Teaching Points
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The Church has a three-fold purpose: Exalt the Lord (ultimate), Evangelize the lost (outward), and Edify the laborers (inward).
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The people of God gather for worship and edification in order to scatter to do the work of evangelism.
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The Church is not an Object of Ministry (pastor does everything) but an Agent for Mobilization (leaders equip all members for ministry in the world).
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Leadership is given to equip the saints for ministry (Ephesians 4:11-12), not to do the work of ministry themselves — a church with 100 members should expect 100 ministers.
Scriptures
Discussion Questions
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Why is it important that the church understand its purpose?
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How would you summarize the purpose of the church?
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Why should the church be a force and not just a field?
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What is the role of leadership in a purpose-driven church?