What makes a local church truly effective? A functional building? Great music? An exciting youth program? We find the answers in the burgeoning church described in Acts. Hear a new series that identifies Seven Marks of an Effective Church on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg! More
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Seven Marks Of An Effective Church
What makes a church effective? Is it having a functional building, excellent worship music, a vibrant youth program or a teaching ministry? Our answers may vary, but the burgeoning church in the book of Acts clearly provides us with seven elements to which every church should strive. These marks include: The Apostle’s Teaching, Fellowship, The Sacraments, Prayer, Mutual Care, Worship, and Continuous Evangelism. No church will ever master all of these elements, but they should be the marks to which church leaders are guiding their people. Is your church on the right course? If you're searching for a church in which to be involved, then these are the elements the early church displayed and should be the marks for which we look in an effective church.Recent Broadcasts
Divisions and Differences (Part 2 of 2)
In his letter to the church at Corinth, Paul says, “No doubt there have to be differences among you … to show which of you have God’s approval.” On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg explains this intriguing passage about heresy within the church. More
Divisions and Differences (Part 1 of 2)
It’s not uncommon to find large bustling churches where you can feel a lack of unity. In fact, sometimes the room feels unfriendly and divisive with little cliques that are impossible to break into. We’ll evaluate the cause and cure for disunity on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg! More
Man and Woman in Biblical Perspective (Part 4 of 4)
In First Corinthians, we read that, “Every woman who prays or prophesies with her head uncovered dishonors her head.” Was this command relevant for the ancient church alone, or does it carry weight for us still? We’ll address that question on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg! More
Man and Woman in Biblical Perspective (Part 3 of 4)
In First Corinthians, Paul instructs men not to wear head coverings in church, and he tells women that they ought to cover their heads. What’s the purpose of those head coverings, and how do those commands apply to us today? We’ll answer those questions on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. More
