How to Choose a Church

Four things to check

The Church's Testimony Ephesians 4:4-6 Ask: Does the church teach the God's Word, and accept the Bible as their authority?

The Church's Style John 4:23-24 Ask: Does the worship style express a love of God?

The Church's Purpose Acts 1:8 Ask: Does the church desire to take the Great Commission seriously?

The Church's Structure 1Corinthians 14:40 Ask: Do the people have a sense of freedom?

Why should I join a local church

* To build my character. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus. Philippians 2:4-5NIV

* To deepen relationships. You should be like one big happy family, full of sympathy toward each other, loving one another with tender hearts and humble minds. 1 Peter 3:8LB

* To be like Jesus. Christ also loved the church and gave Himself up for her. Ephesians 5:25NAS