2. What Is The Relationship of The
Church to Scripture?
“The Church is wholly dependent upon the
WORD and has no existence without it”.
-James Smart
“The entire life and being of the Church lie
in the WORD of God”.
-Martin Luther
3. What Is The Definition
of the Church?
• The Church is Christian People
• Demonstrating Life
• Under Lordship
4. What Are The Purposes
of the Church?
The Church’s ultimate purpose is
to do the work of Christ in the
world—it is Christ-likeness. The
Church is to carry out Christ’s
ministry.
5. The Purposes of
Christian Life Assembly
As a dynamic church proclaiming the Word of
God, we purpose to make disciples of Christ by:
• Exalting God (Worship)
• Encouraging Christians toward spiritual
maturity.
• Equipping Christians for ministry.
• Evangelizing the world for Christ.
6. The Compass vs. The Map
Why do we prioritize the compass over the map?
• A stated purpose will motivate us.
• A stated purpose will keep our
priorities straight.
• A stated purpose will develop
our potential.
7. What Makes Christian
Life Assembly Unique?
• God-centered worship.
• Gift-oriented ministry.
• Loving relationships.
• Passionate spirituality.
• Empowering leadership.
8. Why Must The Church Grow?
• Because God loves people.
• Because God commands us to
reach out.
• Because God’s Spirit empowers
us to share the Good News.
