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What does the Bible mean by saying the church is a mixed multitude?

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The church includes both believers and non-believers, symbolized by clean and unclean birds in the branches of the mustard tree.

Jesus’ parable of the mustard seed, where birds of different kinds lodge in its branches, signifies that the church is composed of a mixed multitude. This means that within any gathering of believers, there will always be both true believers and those who are not, akin to clean and unclean birds. Recognizing this helps Christians understand that no church is perfect and emphasizes the importance of grace as God separates sheep from goats in His own time. It reminds believers to focus on the proclamation of the gospel, leaving the judgment of hearts to God.
Scripture References: Matthew 13:24-30, Luke 13:18-21

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