In my journey as a missionary, in every "Christian introduction" I am asked this question:
"What church do you represent?"

My answer:
"I do not like to be branded as a ‘this or that Christian. I am but a small part in the Body of Christ that seeks to serve Him by pursuing the instructions He gave me."




Is this the Body of Christ today? Are we so hung-up on denominations and doctrine that we forget what we are meant to be?  The Body of Christ in UNITY. Surely this should be one of our main goals as Christians.
Jesus prayed these words:
 "I pray not only for them, but also for those who believe in me because of their message. 
I pray that they may all be one. Father! May they be in us, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they be one, so that the world will believe that you sent me. John 17:20 - 21 
 
Scripture tells us
“Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling;  One Lord, one faith, one baptism,  One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.”
Eph 4:3-6 
 
AND THIS IS THE PART WE MISS
Each one of us has received a special gift in proportion to what Christ has given. Eph 4:7

Let’s look at some of the issues facing the Christian church today. (Please remember we are talking in general and are not discrediting any specific church or denomination ….although…. if the shoe fits.)

UNITY
It is without a doubt that we are not united in the war against evil. We will rather fight among ourselves about the silly issues. From doctrine to worship and prayer and oh so much more. And the devil is laughing at us all. Divide and concur from within. A very successful tactic it looks to be. Paul said: "Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular.” 1 Co 12:27 

EVIL
In actuality, we invite evil into many of our churches. Preachers spray “Doom” into the faces of Gods children, eating snakes and rats, shooting evil spirits. This business we call church & religion is a highly prosperous one. (I will post some videos on our YOUTUBE Channel)


FALSE Teachings
Teachings that you will never find in the Bible are being taught every day, leading the children of God further and further away from the truth. Jesus said: "I am the way, the truth and the life. No man cometh unto the Father, but by Me. “- John 14:6 (KJV).  Jesus is the only way, not "Do this and that and you shall be saved...." I wonder sometimes, SAVED from what because I do not believe they are talking about your sins and hell.

ABSENCE
Where is the church in the world? The devil is hitting the world with every kind of weapon we allow him to have. Abortions. Drugs. Starvation. Porn. Divorces. Fake religious. Every kind of weapon we allow him to utilse against or brothers and sisters…..against us.  he has already lost and we are already "more than conquers through Him that loved us."(Rom 8:37) and yet it is our desire to rather feel comfortable, save and happy than to step into the warzone and fight.

Relevance
What is your church teaching you AND WHAT ARE YOU ALLOWING TO BE TAUGHT?
Why are we so removed from the actual war raging in OUR street, in OUR homes, in our family that we do not even realise we are in a WAR! It is so easy for the enemy to come and slay Christians in masses, even in your home.  After all, you have been taught in church about religion, doctrine, rules & regulations. How is this possible? Relevance!!
Is it not true that most Christians would rather hear a message that is suiting to them, rather than the truth? And only on Sunday.
Where are the Apostle, Prophets, Evangelists, Teachers, Pastors of God? (Eph 4:11)


I can go on and on about what we see happening in churches all over the world but let's not and rather look at what church should be.


According to God.

1. “My Temple will be called a house of prayer for the people of all nations.” Mar 11:17
2. “I will therefore that men pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting.” 1Ti 2:8 
3. “In the church God has put all in place: in the first place apostles, in the second place prophets, and in the third place teachers; then those who perform miracles, followed by those who are given the power to heal or to help others or to direct them or to speak in strange tongues.” 1Co 12:28 
4. “The church is Christ's body, the completion of him who himself completes all things everywhere.” Eph 1:23 
5. “,to God be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus for all time, forever and ever! Amen.” Eph 3:21 
6. “You Philippians know very well that when I left Macedonia in the early days of preaching the Good News, you were the only church to help me; you were the only ones who shared my profits and losses.” PH 4:15 
7. “He is the head of His body, the church; He is the source of the body's life.” Col 1:18 
8. “And I have been made a servant of the church by God, who gave me this task to perform for your good. It is the task of fully proclaiming his message,” Col 1:25 
9. “Are any among you sick? They should send for the church elders, who will pray for them and rub olive oil on them in the name of the Lord.” Jas 5:14 

 
These are but a few of the instructions found in the Bible concerning the Church of Christ.
I would love your feedback on this discussion.
In part 2 we will look closer at practical issues we can address as Children of God.

With everything going on in this world, is it still possible to find God? How do you think one should LOOK for God in all the tragedy, blood shedding, rape, murder, corruption and lies. 

IS THERE AN ANSWER??

2017 is around the corner. What do you trust God for in the new year? 
Luke 11:13
"If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to you children, how much more will your Father in  heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him."