1 Cor. 12:12-31 Body of Christ

1. Ecclesiology: Study of the Church P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Union & Unity of the Church 1 Cor. 12:12-31 Body of Christ

2. RULES • Respect • Allow others to speak • Be mindful of the people around you • No cursing • No name calling • No derogatory remarks about a classmates comment • Order • Turn off cell phones. • No yelling out. Where there are many participants, raise your hand. • Follow the lesson as the teacher leads • Not all topics and questions raised in lesson can be addressed and will • be tabled by teacher when necessary. • Some topics or questions may need more attention, (someone needs • prayer or salvation etc.) This will be left to the discretion of the teacher.

3. What you need for this class Bible Notebook Binder Sheet protectors Pen/Pencil Please be on time

4. Review: “P.U.R.P.O.S.E. of the Church” What three examples does the Bible use to describe the Church? 1 Cor. 12:12-31 Body of Christ Expression: Carry out Christ’s will Interaction: with the world on behalf of Christ Union: Interdependency of members Eph. 5:23-27 Bride of Christ Relationship with Christ 2Tim. 2-3 Soldier in Army of Lord Defend & advance the cause of Christ Galatians 6:10 Family of believers Intimacy & love for one another

5. P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Union & Unity of the Church Define “union” & “unity” Now that we have come together to form one church body. (union) We must learn to function together in harmony. (Unity) Union: Unity : A number of parts/peopleforming one A number of parts/peoplefunctioning in harmony 1 Cor. 12:12-31 Body of Christ

6. P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Union & Unity of the Church Define “union” & “unity” How is unity/union expressed in the body? Consideration Communication Awareness Each part is design to do something for the body. Each part both supports and is supported by another part Nervous system allows entire body to communicate with each other. Communication is necessary for body to function effectively. The body is “aware” of its individual parts. This makes communication and consideration possible. You will not communicate and consider what you are not aware of. Union: Unity : A number of parts/peopleforming one A number of parts/peoplefunctioning in harmony 1 Cor. 12:12-31 Body of Christ

7. P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Union & Unity of the Church Define “union” & “unity” How is unity/union expressed in the body? Consideration Communication Awareness Each part is design to do something for the body. Each part both supports and is supported by another part Nervous system allows entire body to communicate with each other. Communication is necessary for body to function effectively. The body is “aware” of its individual parts. This makes communication and consideration possible. You will not communicate and consider what you are not aware of. 1 Cor. 12:12-31 Body of Christ How do these principles apply to the church?

8. P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Union & Unity of the Church Consideration Each part is design to do something for the body. Each part both supports and is supported by another part • How can we be considerate to each other in the Church? • Do not take up all the time when talking • Come to service with the intention of blessing someone other than yourself • Come to Church considering the needs and feelings of others. • Come to Church, “I will not be short with members of my Church family” • Come to Church with the mind set to help (What can I do?) • If we each consider ourselves, no one will be blessed; but if we each consider each other, everyone will be blessed. Directions: Everyone cut and take a slice of cake. Question: Why did you take the size slice that you did?

9. Ecclesiology: Study of the Church P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Union & Unity of the Church Can you think of any ways we can show consideration to each other in the Church? Think of two and summit them on the contact page. Next lesson: Communication