1 John 3:1-11 Essential Church

Worship, Forgiveness, and the Word. Without those three there really isn't the need for church. Can we do all those alone? No. Worship can be individual, but is more powerful together. The Word can be studied alone, but is safer in Groups. But forgiveness is a relational only task and must be done together.

So roll up your sleeves, put your mind in gear, be totally ready to receive the gift that’s coming when Jesus arrives. Don’t lazily slip back into those old grooves of evil, doing just what you feel like doing. You didn’t know any better then; you do now. As obedient children, let yourselves be pulled into a way of life shaped by God’s life, a life energetic and blazing with holiness. God said, “I am holy; you be holy. [1 Peter 1:13-16]