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For us it is an amazing concept to understand that God has planned to reveal His incredible wisdom and glory through us, His people! Chapters 4 to 6 of Ephesians expand on the theme of: 'if this is what we are, then let's start acting like people of God'!
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The following list was compiled by a group of of Bible College students when considering what the word "church" sometimes means to society in general:
* A building
* A place for major life events - marriages, funerals
* An organization with hierarchies and ceremonies
* An out-dated institution that does good, runs sporting competitions, aged care and schools
* A guardian of tradition or culture but one that is intolerant
* An organization that teaches about Jesus and the Bible
These students, when asked what "church" might mean to Christians came up with this alternative list:
* Community and family
* Meets needs and brings spiritual growth
* Singing, sermons, communion, prayer and so on
* Mission and evangelism
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