Foundations of Christian Growth VII

Title: Building on the Foundation III

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10

What is God's desire for every local church?

See Ephesians 4:2-3

a. What will promote unity?

b. What is our responsibility?

What is the key to maintaining unity within the body? ~ Philippians 2:1-4

• Scripture is clear that the believer enjoys fellowship with:

  a. God the Father - 1 John 1:3
  b. God the Son - 1 John 1:3
  c. Holy Spirit - II Corinthians 13:14
  d. Other believers - 1 John 1:7

** Fellowship within the body of Christ involves sharing in each other's lives.

Romans 14:19, Galatians 5:13,6:2, James 5:16

*** What has God given to each Christian to help him or her minister to others within the church? ~ 1 Peter 4:10-11