The Church - Part 1

What is the true purpose of the Church? Understanding this is critical; without the right perspective, we risk misusing the very thing God intended to be His headquarters on earth. In this opening message of our new series, we dive deep into the identity of the Church as the Body of Jesus and explore how God operates not by our clocks, but by His divine prophetic timeline.

In this sermon, you will discover:

• The Simplicity of the Church: At its core, the Church is the Body of Jesus, birthed to be one with Him in everything He does throughout eternity.

• The "Mr. Potato Head" Analogy: Why assembling together is non-negotiable. Just as a hand or eye cannot function effectively while detached, the Body grows and strengthens only when every unique part is joined and knit together.

• Kairos vs. Chronos: Learn the difference between chronological time and kairos—an alignment of conditions where everything is exactly right for God to move.

• The Fullness of Time: Why was Jesus born in 4 BC? We examine the specific historical conditions—including Roman rule, the Greek language, and cultural sacrifices—that made that exact moment the "fullness of time" for the Messiah's arrival.

• Prophetic Fulfillment: Discover why Jesus cannot return to earth until the complete restoration of all things spoken by the prophets has taken place.

Key Takeaway:

Coming to Jesus is not just about escaping hell; it is about being grafted into His Body to participate in His eternal assignment. We are called to move from passive belief to active participation so that His will is done on earth as it is in heaven.