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How do we know the church is the true house of God?

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The church is identified as the true house of God through the teachings of Christ, who established it as His body populated by believers.

The affirmation of the church as the true house of God is grounded in the teachings of Scripture and the person of Jesus Christ. In Matthew 16:18, Christ declares, 'Upon this rock I will build my church,' establishing the church as central to His redemptive plan. Additionally, in Revelation 21, John speaks of the 'New Jerusalem,' signifying the church as the bride of Christ—symbolizing a faithful people, not a specific location. The distinction is made clear that the old temple, which once served as a dwelling for God’s presence, finds its fulfillment in Christ, who dwells with His people. The church is now the dwelling place of God, where His presence and promises are actively experienced through the fellowship of believers. Furthermore, the ownership of the church by Christ assures us of its divine purpose and ongoing sanctification as stated in Ephesians 2:19-22, where believers are described as being built together into a holy temple in the Lord.
Scripture References: Matthew 16:18, Revelation 21:1-3, Ephesians 2:19-22

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