Every now and then, you take your body down to the doctors office to make sure there is still a pulse! The Body of Christ is no different.
Whether you're a Pastor, Elder, or just one of the flock, Christ calls us to serve eachother in love and in truth, so be constantly discerning about where your church is at, and where you are at in it, for we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.
Satans spends much of his time in church, trying to distract, deceive and distort. Know he is there.
"To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints..." (Eph 6:18)
Mark Dever, who was down-under last year, gives a clear description of the vital signs to check...
Why These Nine Marks? from 9Marks on Vimeo.
