We exist to display God's glory, declare God's truth, delight in God's Son, and disciple God's people

A Firm Understanding of the Church’s Mission

1 Timothy 3:14-16

The primary vehicle God is using to implement His plan is the church

The church was a mystery in the Old Testament – created in Acts 2
It is the greatest demonstration of the manifold wisdom and glory of God – Ephesians 3:9-10, 20-21
We are here to:
.      Witness to Christ
.      Proclaim the gospel
.      Make disciples of all nations – Matthew 28:19-20

Two statements regarding the mission of the church to help us know what we are to be about
1.  It Is The Dwelling of God – Vs. 15a
.           It is a family
.           God dwells in His people – Ephesians 2:19-22
.           The church is the primary place where disciples are made
.           It is where you come into contact with the Living God – Psalm 42:2, 84:2
.                    To become more like Christ
2.  It Is A Defender of Truth – Vv. 15b-16
.           It does not define or create the truth
.           It proclaims THE TRUTH – objective truth

Implications:
.     1.  We must teach the truth
.     2.  We must live the truth