What does the church that Jesus builds look like?

2. The composition of church consist of:
Born again believers who have an intimate
relationship with God. (Joh 3:5; 1 Pet 1:23)
People from every nation, tribe and
tongue, regardless of age, gender,
economic status. (Acts 7:9-10; 19:6-7)
People who love God with all their heart,
strength and mind. (Mat 22:38)
People who can hear and discern God’s
voice true to the spirit of scripture. (Joh
15:1-17; Rom 8:15)
Sent ones. (Mat 28:19; Mar 16:15,16)

3. The philosophy of church
is based upon:
Simplicity in Christ and the practical
implementation of the Word in every aspect
of our lives. (2 Cor 11:3; Mat 7:24-28)
Living life according to the principles and
guidelines of the message of the Kingdom
of Jesus Christ (Mat 5 & 6, Mat 6:33 &
Rom 14:17)
Honest and unpretentious lifestyles
towards every man, admit wrongdoings
and allowing God to work the change in us.
(2 Cor 4:2; Phil 2:12-13)

4. The philosophy of church
is based upon:
Theology that is balance between the
importance of the Word and apostolic
doctrine and the working of God’s Spirit.
(Eph 5:18 vs Col 3:16)
A new operating system is offered to
humanity: In the old dualistic mindset sin is
seen as a deed which condemns and
distorts the image of Christ within. In the
new reformationalist paradigm a lifestyle of
righteousness through faith in Jesus Christ
becomes the new operating system of
grace. (Rom 8:1-2)

5. Spontaneity and freedom to follow the
guidance of the Holy Spirit. (Joh 3:8; 2
Cor 3:17)
Informal and relaxed atmosphere where
there is freedom for every attendee to
express their love to God and participate
in the meeting. (Joh 12:3-8)
Diversity of spiritual gifts for the edifying
of the saints. (1 Cor 7:7; 12:1-31; 14:26)
Mutual respect, sensitivity and
submission to one another according to
each given function. (1 Cor 11:33; Eph
5:21; 1 Cor 14:33,40)
The meetings of the church is
characterized by:

6. Freshness and newness. (Rom 7:6)
A frequency of the spirit that accurately define
present revealed truth and the practical
application of scripture. (2 Pet 1:12; 2 Tim
3:16; Heb 4:12; 1 Tim 4:16)
A seamless flow of activities mostly without
prior arrangement or set order. (Luk 19:28-48)
The meetings of the church is
characterized by:

7. Worship is characterized by
In spirit and in truth. (Joh 4:24)
Expressions of worship that is intended
to be more pleasing to God than
pleasing to man. (Gen 4:4; Amos 4:4-
5; 5:23; 6:5)
Expressions of praise that involves the
whole of man, spirit, soul and body.
(Mat 22:37; Mar 12:33; Luk 10:27)
Expressions of worship based upon
scripture and biblical examples of
people worshipping God.

8. Unashamed and passionate actions of
praise and reverence towards God alone.
(1 Chron 15:27-29)
Family worship together. (Jos 24:15; Joh
4:53; Acts 16:34)
Reflections and reactions of praise after
seeing and knowing Him more and more
intimately. (Mar 12:30)
The use of the arts, mime, drama and
poetry as worship not performance.
Expressive (based upon 64 Hebrew words)
Worship is characterized by

9. The activities of church
is focused to:
Establish every person into the likeness
of Jesus and oneness with God. (Gal
4:19; 2 Cor 11:2; Col 1:28; 1 Cor 2:2;
Eph 3:8; 4;13; 2 Pet 1:8)
Reach out to the poor and broken
people in society and bring social care
& justice. (Gal 2:10; Acts 6:2; Mat
19:21; Rom 15:26)
Make disciples of every person, tribe
and nation. (Mat 28:19)

10. The activities of church
is focused to:
Overturn the power and influence of evil
and wickedness in a certain area. (Acts 19)
Be instrumental in letting God’s Kingdom
be established on earth as it is in heaven.
(Mat 6:10)

11. 1. Continuing steadfastly in apostolic
doctrine (Acts 4:42)
2. Breaking bread from house to
house
3. Fellowship
4. Prayer
5. Giving and serving the poor,
orphaned and the widow
(Acts 6:1-7)
The activities of the church
consist of.

12. The character of the members of the
church is exemplified in:
A spirit of truthfulness, humility,
meekness and gentleness (Phil 2:1-11;
Mat 11:28-29)
A constant growth and reformation
towards the image of Christ. (1 Pet 1:5-
8)
A consistent willingness to consider
ourselves dead in Christ, living in the
power of His resurrection (Mat 16:24-26;
Rom 6:11; Gal 2:20; Phil 3:8; Joh 12:24)

13. A biblical understanding of suffering and
its divine purpose and outcome in our
lives. (Rom 5:1-5; 2 Tim 3:12; Acts
5:41; 14:22; Col 1:24)
The fruit of the Spirit. (Eph 5:21-22)
The fruit of Christ . (2 Pet 1:5-8)
Fruits of righteousness. (James 3:17-
18)
Acts of Godliness. (2 Pet 1:3,6-7; 3:11)
The character of the members of
the church is exemplified in:

14. Relationships based on truth and
meaningful love. Being kind and
affectionate towards each other, with
honour and respect. Relationship that
have stood the test of time, beyond
correction, offence and disappointments.
(Rom 12:10; 1 Pet 4:8; 1 Joh 4:7,12)
The premise that each one has the right
and freedom to ask, but so also each one
has the right and freedom to say no,
without causing an offence.
A continuous desire to improve what we
are doing. (Heb 13:21)
The protocol in church is characterized by:

15. The ideal that every person ads to the
body according to their own gifting and
function. (Rom 12:1-8; Gal 5:13)
A balance between leadership and
community. Everyone are equal before
God, yet knows by the spirit who to
submit to in a spirit of gentleness. (Heb
13:7, 17; 1 Thes 5:12-13)
A transparency and openness in
everything we do and say. (Tit 2:7)
The protocol in church is characterized by:

16. The structure of the church is
based upon.
Jesus Christ the chief cornerstone.
Christ-centered. (Eph 2:20)
The foundation of the apostle’s and
the prophets. (Eph 2:20)
The equipping of the saints through
the five gifts of Christ. (Eph 4:11)
Every member being build into the
building as living stones. (1 Pet 2:5)
Appointed elders and deacons in
every church. (Tit 1:5 )

17. Finances
Giving is by faith not compulsion.
Teacher’s gift (Gal 6:6)
Apostolic Distribution.
Tithing.
Faith Promise.
Give faith seed.
Giving to the poor.

18. Being a body.
Functioning like a body – gifts, ministries, and
activities. (1 Cor 12)
Friendship and relational – Luk 12:4 disciples became
friends. (Joh 15:14; Acts 27:3) Church is build on
strong and deep relationships not programs and
activities.
Agapé = Love feasts , regular communion and
fellowship. Jude 12; 2 Pet 2:13; Acts 2:42, 46; I Cor
11:20 Meeting from house to house.
Bearing one another’s burden. (Gal 6:2) Unity of
diversity not conformity.

19. Being a body.
Fervent love for each other. (1 Pet 1:22; 2:17; 3:8; 4:8-
10; 2 Pet 1:7.
Taking equal care of the body. (1 Cor 12:25; 2 Cor
8:13-15) Everyone takes some weight, not equal in
responsibility though.
Oneness – (Joh 17:21) Called to the same oneness
that exists in the Godhead trinity.
Unity (Eph 4:1-6; Mat 12:30; Mat 18:19; Ps 133:1; Acts
2:1; 4:32; 5:12; 8:6. Unity is preserved not sought.
Unity comes when fellowshipping together in God’s
glory.

20. Optimum growth

21. Expository
teaching,
bible
studies,
doctrine,
knowledge,
truth,
discipleship
TEACHER
Witnessing,
evangelism,
salvation,
seeking the
lost,
outreaches
EVANGELIST
Praise,
prayer,
music,
spiritual
gifts, Holy
spirit,
power,
direction,
vision
PROPHET
love,
belonging,
caring,
relationships
small
groups, fun,
friendship
PASTOR
kingdom, doctrine,
foundations, churchplanting,
pioneering, mentoring,
implimentation
APOSTLE
Equiped to the
fullness of Christ

22. Ministry, calling,
mandate,
commission,
send ones.
(Centrifugal)
OUTWARD
Hearing God’s
Voice accurately
from an open
Bible
(Centripetal)
INWARD
Two forces in balance.

23. • Natural Growth
• A culture of honour
• Rebuke, Correction, Admonish, Exhort, Scourging
• Reformational Mindset
• Frequency of Dying to Self
• Everything by Faith
• Think Church - Think Team
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