General – “A called out Assembly
Specifically – “A called out assembly of saved, baptized believers, organized to glorify God”
I. Biblical uses of word “church”
a. General assembly – Acts 7:38
b. Entire Body of Christ
Matthew 16:18, Ephesians 5:25,
c. Specific local assembly or body of believers
Galatians 1:2, Revelation 2:1, 2:8, 2:12
d. Building to assemble in – 1 Corinthians 11:22
II. Purpose of the Church
a. Glorify the Lord Jesus Christ
b. Preaching of the Gospel to every creature
c. Baptize new believers
d. Teaching of the Word of God
Local Church
1 Head – Christ
2 Offices – Pastor & Deacon
2 Ordinances – Baptism & Lord’s Supper
