Finding a Church

How many true faiths, does Jesus have in the world?

“There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to one hope when you were called—one Lord, ONE FAITH, one baptism.”
—Ephesians 4:4, 5.

Since Christ has only “one faith,” how can we know which one it is? Jesus gives us the key:

“If anyone chooses to do God’s will, he will find out whether my teaching comes from God or whether I speak on my own.”
—John 7:17.

When we make a commitment to do God’s will, He will help us see whether the teaching of a church is from God or is only human tradition. The key ingredient when finding a church is examining its respect for and allegiance to the Word of God. Genuine fellowship is built around Scripture, not just around a charismatic leader or a great institution. Before choosing a church to join, it is important to understand several subjects not yet discussed in the DISCOVER guides. The guides that follow will give some guiding principles for making a right choice when selecting a church. Guide 26 will deal specifically with this subject.

Continue making discoveries in these guides, walk in the light as God reveals it to you from the Scriptures, and He will make plain His will for you. A growing Christian is a person who opens heart and mind to accept the truth as God reveals it from His Word.

God and Father of us all: I will always be grateful that I received the Good News about Jesus. I am thankful for those who were concerned enough to sacrifice to spread the gospel. This moment I want to become a part of the great movement of believers who are proclaiming Your love. Make me an effective witness in and through Your church. In Jesus’ name. Amen.