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What does the Bible say about the presence of good and evil in the Church?

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The Bible teaches that good and evil will coexist within the Church until the end of the world.

The parable of the wheat and weeds in Matthew 13 emphasizes that throughout church history, the visible Church will include both true believers and false ones. This is a reality recognized by early Church Fathers, the Reformers, and even contemporary pastors. No amount of preaching or church discipline will eradicate the presence of hypocrites; they will inevitably be found among the faithful. This truth serves as a reminder that one should not abandon the faith due to the imperfections seen within the Church, as even the purest congregations will include both wheat and tares until the final judgment.
Scripture References: Matthew 13:24-30

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