MEMBERSHIP

...by acting in love towards other members.

"So let us concentrate on the things which make for harmony, and on the growth of our fellowship together." Romans 14:19 

"Have a sincere love for your fellow believer, love one another earnestly with all your hearts." 1 Peter 1:22

...by practicing wholesome communication.

"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs." Ephesians 4:29

...by respecting Church leadership.

"Obey your leaders, and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men must give an account. Obey them so that their work will be joy, not a burden, for that would be no advantage to you." Hebrews 13:17

...by praying for its growth.

"To the church...we always thank God for you and pray for you earnestly." 1 Thessalonians 1:1-2

...by inviting the "unchurched" to attend.

"Go out into the country...and urge anyone you find to come in, so that My House will be full." Luke 14:23

...by warmly welcoming those who visit.

"Share with God's people who are in need. Practice hospitality." Romans 12:13

...by discovering my gifts and talents.

"Serve one another with the particular gifts God has given each of you." 1 Peter 4:10

...by being equipped to serve.

"God gave...some to be pastors and teachers to prepare God's people for works of ministry, so that the body of Christ may be built up..." Ephesians 4:11-12

...by developing a servant's heart.

"Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Your attitude should be the same as that of Jesus Christ...who took on the very nature of a servant." Philippians 2:4-5

...by attending faithfully.

"Let us not give up the habit of meeting together...but let us encourage one another." Hebrews 10:25

...by living a godly life.

"But whatever happens, make sure that your everyday life is worthy of the Gospel of Christ." Philippians 1:27

...by giving regularly.

"Each man should give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work." 2 Corinthians 9:7-8