The Local Church: What It Is and Why It Matters for Every Christian

ISBN: 1433571366

Author: Edward W. Klink III

Condition: New

How God Ministers to His People and the World through the Local ChurchThe church is more than coffee with friends-its a meaningful gathering of Christians that involves fellowship and growing in biblical truth. Given the rise of the internet and the availability of streaming church services, many ministry leaders and church members are asking questions about the purpose and mission of the local church: What is the church? Why does the church exist? How does the church function? What is the connection between the Christian and the church?Pastor and trusted scholar Edward Klink III addresses these questions and more with a thoughtful assessment of what the Bible has to say about Gods intention for the local church body. Klink stresses its importance as Gods way of revealing his presence, displaying his power, fulfilling his purposes, and manifesting his activity in the world. In todays hyperindividualized culture, this book not only demonstrates why its vital for individuals to connect to a local church, but also reveals why its vital to Gods work in the world. Provides readers with an overview of the principle (what the church is), purpose (the churchs mission), process (the churchs function), and the need for participation in the local church Includes questions for review at the end of each chapter Examines common misconceptions about the church, specifically addressing that the purpose of church is not just for fellowship and friends