The Anatomy of the Church

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"holding fast to the head, from whom the entire body, being supplied and held together by the joints and ligaments, grows with a growth which is from God." (Col. 2:19)
" He is also head of the body, the church; and He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that He Himself will come to have first place in everything. (Col. 1:18) 

Framework:

(Skeletal) The Body's Form

  • High view of God
  • Authority of Scripture
  • Sound doctrine
  • Personal Holiness
  • Spiritual Authority (Leaders)
Internal (Vitality)
  • Obedience
  • Humility 
  • Love
  • Unity
  • Willingness to Serve
  • Joy
  • Peace
  • Thankfulness
  • Self-Discipline
  • Accountability
  • Forgiveness
  • Dependence
  • Flexibility
  • Desire for Growth
  • Faithfulness
  • Hope
Muscles (Move & Operate)
  • Preaching and Teaching
  • Evangelism and Missions
  • Worship
  • Prayer
  • Discipleship
  • Shepherding
  • Building up Families
  • Training
  • Giving
  • Fellowship
Head (Jesus Christ)
  • He is the Savior
  • He is the Great Shepherd
  • He is the Sovereign
  • He is the Sanctifier

(Notes taken from: The Master's Plan for the Church)

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