May 8, 2005

The Body of Christ

Protection of the Body
Steve Lane

A.
Review / Introduction

What is the standard for this body? Abiding in Christ, and loving one another.

B.
Being in the refuge

Abiding and being in the refuge

Abiding - also includes the body
Ephesians 2: 19 - 22
Psalm 84
Psalm 91

C. Protection

Full protection -- you have to be in:
Regular, consistent teaching
Accountability
Encouragement

Spiritual protection
Protect, admonish, warn, comfort
Keep watch over your soul
Hebrews 13: 17

Usefulness in the Kingdom
Something is required to be fully vested
To be in unity with a church that is following the Head requires a heart yielded and submitted to God, each other, and to leadership.

...with the passion of truly following the Head.