Preview: A very specific outline of how our Church is to be organized and function has been revealed to us in the Bible. This is the first of a three-part lesson on this subject.
Scripture Reading: Matthew 18:15-35.
Memory Verse: Matthew 18:5.
1. What system did the Lord organize for ruling and government in His Church? I Corinthians 12:28.
2. What do the powers of Heaven recognize of the Church? Matthew 18:18.
3. Why does the Church have the authority to make decisions? Matthew 16:19, John 20:19-23.
Note: The Holy Spirit is the instrument that unlocks the mystery of God. It gives the Church a clear vision and helps it to make decisions according to the Word of God. The Spirit of God will lead His Church to operate in harmony with the Word. Things are bound and loosed in Heaven as they are bound and loosed by the Church. The Church is God’s highest order on earth.
4. What command do the ministers have from God? II Timothy 4:2.
5. How should sinners be rebuked in God’s Church? I Timothy 5:20.
6. Why should the Church support those who labor for it? I Timothy 5:18.
7. How should an elder be entreated? I Timothy 5:1.
Note: Many times the ministers are rebuked for the firm stand they must take against sin. They are often disliked when they rebuke and denounce sinners. Let us remember that God commanded us to entreat the elders as fathers.
8. What did Paul say concerning the elders in God’s Church? I Timothy 5:17.
To Be Continued…
Other Lessons* in this series:
The Power and Authority of the Church: Part 1 of 3
The Power and Authority of the Church: Part 2 of 3
The Power and Authority of the Church: Part 3 of 3
*Lessons in a series may not necessarily be in the same category.