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…Exalts God (Eph. 3:21). The church is a place of heartfelt praise of its Architect.
…Evangelizes the Lost (Matt 28:19-20). The church is a place where the truth of the gospel is presented to all.
…Edifies its Members (Eph. 4:16). The church is a place of great love and encouragement.
…Educates the Unlearned (2 Tim. 2:2). The church is a place of teaching the truths of the Word of God.
…Equips the Saints (Eph. 4:11-12). The church is a place where people are trained for service.
…Eases the Burdens of the Needy (Heb. 13:16). The church is a place of distributing help and hope.
Edd Sterchi
Broadway church of Christ
Campbellsville, KY