Jesus Christ- The Head of the church

Please join us as we seek to live out the Scriptural example of the ideal church, the Biblical church. We are not looking to bash any tradition or routine, reinvent the church, concoct new ideas, or find a better way, but to look back at what God's original intention was, and if/how we need to change so that we are living out what God intended.

Our first item to consider is the founder and focus of the church. We are to be the body of Christ, and so we will first consider what role Jesus Christ, our resurrected Savior, the author and finisher of our faith, has in the day to day work of the New Testament church.

1. Jesus Christ- the Head of the church

Please read the following passages, considering context as we consider Jesus Christ as Head of the church. Colossians 1:18; 1 Corinthians 3:11; 1 Peter 1:7, 2:6; Ephesians 3:21, 5:23; Luke 14:26-33; 1 John 1:3

Jesus Christ is preeminent(having first place) in all things in the church. We should be seeking His glory first in everything we do – corporately and individually. Considering 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 and the image of the old man's death and a new creation in Christ, there should be total commitment to our Lord and Savior. 

This is not a mandated, legalistic subservience, but rather a loving obedience to the One that first loved us. We ought to be making the conscious decision to place Him as our first and highest priority in life. Our use of time and resources will reflect this. The church is not a social club or 12-step group, but the very body of our Savior, and exists to serve Him, for His glory. He is the only reason we have fellowship, and as such is the center of it.

In considering  this point, please add your thoughts and insights in the comment section. Feel free to share other relevant Scriptures, and try to refrain from negative remarks about other people. This study is intended to build up the body of Christ, and help us grow closer to the Lord together.  

"The Lord Jesus Christ be with thy spirit. Grace be with you. Amen"- 2 Timothy 4:22 KJV