Loving and Serving The Body of Christ
The importance of unity and love within the Body of Christ. Explore how each member plays a crucial role in serving one another, emphasizing the need for humility, love, and unity. Discover practical ways to uphold love and unity in the church community.
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STS 1001: Loving and Serving The Body of Christ
Memory Verse Memory Verse For, Brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another (Galatians 5:13) Text: Galatians 5: 13-15; Ephesians 12: 3-10
BODY OF CHRIST Introduction Introduction Gal 5: 13 Gal 5: 13- -15; Rom 12:3 15; Rom 12:3- -10 10 A Flock watched over by the Shepherd A kingdom where Jesus is the king and having dominion The Bible is clear on the duty of each believer in the church, emphasizing the necessity and responsibility of serving the body of Christ. A Bride Family of God, where God is the Father. The Church is likened to a bride, a flock that the shepherd is watching over, a kingdom where Jesus is the king and having dominion. It is also called the family of God, where God is the Father. It s described as a building whose foundation is Jesus Christ Above all it is the Body of Christ. Christian youths are to serve Christ and the brethren.
THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS IN CHRIST IN CHRIST Text: Romans 12: 4,5; 1 Corinthians 12: 12-14; 10:17; Galatians 3:26-29; John 17:20,21; Ephesians 2:10-22; 4:4-6 God s word emphatically dwells on the unity of the church, emphasizing that the body is one 1 Cor 12:12 To become a member of the body of Christ, a youth must repent of his sins and believe on the saviour. At Salvation, the holy spirit baptizes a believer into the body of Christ. 1 Cor 12: 13 Christian youths should endeavor to shun all forms of tribal, national, social, professional or academic discrimination. Eph 4:3-6 Competition, hatred or resentment in the church contradicts our prayers. Humility is required to keep the unity in the church
Upholding Love and Unity in Upholding Love and Unity in the Church the Church Text: John 13: 34,35; 15:9-12; Romans 12:9,10; John 17:9- 11, 19-21; Galatians 5: 13-15; Acts 2:44-47; 1 Cor 6:5-8; 12: 23-26 It s easy to profess love, unity and brotherhood in church when there are no problems. 1 Cor 6: 5-8 As we relate as a family we may tend to accidentally step on each others toes, our interests may clash, unfounded stories or rumours may be peddled. However, where unity exists, these are settled amicably by the leaders. God enjoins us to keep the unity of the Spirit and love one another as He has loved us. John 13:34 Christian youths should seek how they can best serve the body of Christ, just as every member of the body has a function to carry. God commands us to Love The Soul of man is precious Why Love? Spiritually perfect heart of the brethren Possession of grace to live right and victoriously We must Love under all Circumstances
Feed the hungry and help the needy Cleaning the church Understanding Areas of Understanding Areas of Service and Ministry in the Service and Ministry in the Church Church Visiting the sick and encouraging the weak Handle activities in the youth Fellowship Give your voice by singing in the youth choir Where can I Serve in the church? Prayerfully comforting the distressed Text: 1 Cor 12: 27-31; Rom 12:4-8; Acts 6:1-6; 8:6-8,26-40; Galatians 5:13; Acts 9:36-39 There are various areas of service in church ranging from high profile to the daily regular caring, giving and showing mercy. As Christian youths, we have a duty to fulfil such as being involved in the youth fellowship, giving to comfort the distressed, cleaning the church, visiting the sick, weak and lonely etc God places high premium on every ministry in the church We are not to compete with one another, rather do what God has for us with all our might and cheerfully like Philip.
Questions Questions How can one become a member of the body of Christ? Mention some attitudes that can affect the unity of the church? What does it take to keep the unity in the church? Why do some brethren despise others in the church? Why must we love? Mention some ministries and areas of service available in the church.
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