The Church is portrayed as the Body of Christ in Scripture, and all believers are parts of that Body. The Holy Spirit has given us spiritual gifts so that the church should function as it should. But what gifts are essential for the church to function correctly-

The term 'legalism- is often applied to the lifestyle of believers who have stricter standards and convictions than the one applying the label. Yet, in many cases, the true legalist is the one applying the label as they make their own convictions, or lack thereof, the standard by which they judge everyone else. What is the Biblical definition of a legalist and how does it violate the principles of Christian Liberty-

When Christians disagree on the -grey areas- like music, attire, entertainment, alcoholic beverages, etc., the principles from the -meat offered to idols- passages are often used to defend positions. But what does the Bible really say about meat offered to idols, and by application, how we should approach the -grey areas--

When Ezra and Nehemiah returned from captivity to rebuild the Temple and the city wall, there were three types of people involved- those who did nothing, those who hindered the work, and those who had a mind to work. We have the same three types of people in the church today.

What is the foundation and purpose of the universal, invisible Church- Who makes it up and how should we function within it- This message is the introduction to a series on the New Testament Church, beginning with the principle that the Church is all about Christ. It exists and functions in Him, through Him and for Him.

Church growth is a hot topic today, and there are various formulas and theories available from a myriad of sources to effect church growth. But God has given us His formula for church growth in His Word. What does God say about how to grow the church-

Christian Liberty is probably one of the most misunderstood and misapplied principles in the church today. What freedoms do we really have in Christ, and how should we use them-

The fruit of self-control -temperance- can be defined as -control of self.- It is realized as we learn to control our flesh through the Spirit's power, and is manifested in how we satisfy our appetites.

Meekness is oftentimes confused with weakness. Yet true meekness is just the opposite- strength under control. The key is whose strength and whose control we are talking about.

As believers, true faith produces faithfulness to God in our lives, as His Spirit works in us. True faithfulness, as a fruit of the Spirit, must be defined by and compared to God's faithfulness. So is it possible for us as humans to be faithful-