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How do we know if a church is built by Christ?

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A church built by Christ will focus on the gospel and the nature of Christ's work for salvation.

To discern whether a church is truly built by Christ, one must consider its foundation on the gospel and Christ's identity. Hebrews 3:1 prompts believers to consider Christ, the apostle and high priest of our profession. If a church faithfully proclaims the truth about who Jesus is and what He accomplished on the cross, then it can be said to be established by Christ. Furthermore, the understanding that salvation is conditioned on Christ's righteousness rather than human efforts or moral perfection is a hallmark of a true church. This emphasizes that true churches are places where the gospel is proclaimed with clarity, rooted in the sovereign grace of God, ensuring that Christ retains preeminence.
Scripture References: Hebrews 3:1, Matthew 16:18

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