The Church Of The living God

For the LORD hath chosen Zion; he hath desired it for his habitation. This is my rest for ever: here will I dwell; for I have desired it. - Psalms 132:13-14

    The church of the living God is not an organization founded by man and inhabited by those who choose to join its ranks. God’s church on earth (and in Heaven) is the spiritual body of the Lord Jesus Christ, consisting of those whom he has chosen for himself before the foundation of the world. Christ himself is the Head. Zion (His church) is the result of his desire, and he dwells in her forever. Although the masses claim its name and fame, only those whom he has redeemed by his blood, sanctified by his Spirit, and called by his grace are members of his glorious body.

    Only those in whom Christ the Lord dwells live and enjoy the blessings of his grace. It is in Zion that he reveals himself, and is worshipped and praised. The very existence of Zion is the evidence of God’s sovereign grace and mercy. It is Impossible for the world to comprehend the glory of Christ in Zion and appreciate her beauty. They try to mimic it with form and ceremony and are a reproach to God. The true church of God is but little esteemed by man, yea, even scorned by religion. Yet, it is indeed desired and chosen by God and there will he rest forever.

    I pray for them: I pray not for the world, but for them which thou hast given Me; for they are thine. And all mine are thine, and thine are mine; and I am glorified in them (Jn 17:9-10).