In our studies of Western Civilization, we are just now studying the reformation of the church. This is where people split from the then Catholic church. More commonly known as the Protestant Reformation.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protestant_reformation
After reading this scripture, tell me: Do you think that the church today, defined as the whole body of Christ, is divided among itself, or are we still one church, despite differences in our churches doctrine?
Ephesians 4:1-6 (NIV)
Unity in the Body of Christ
1As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 4There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to one hope when you were called— 5one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.
If we are divided, what must be done to unite the Body of Christ into one church?
If we are not divided, should we not be working closer together to accomplish the Great Commission?
Does the right hand really know what the left hand is doing?
Why is it we only read of one body in the book of Acts? There are several churches, but one body.
Are we still several churches, but one body?
Let me know what you think! :)
Jim
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After reading this scripture, tell me: Do you think that the church today, defined as the whole body of Christ, is divided among itself, or are we still one church, despite differences in our churches doctrine?
Ephesians 4:1-6 (NIV)
Unity in the Body of Christ
1As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 4There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to one hope when you were called— 5one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.
If we are divided, what must be done to unite the Body of Christ into one church?
If we are not divided, should we not be working closer together to accomplish the Great Commission?
Does the right hand really know what the left hand is doing?
Why is it we only read of one body in the book of Acts? There are several churches, but one body.
Are we still several churches, but one body?
Let me know what you think! :)
Jim
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