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The Church of the Living God

Last Sunday, we were reminded of a powerful truth: the Church of the Living God is alive, thriving, and unstoppable.

As Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 1:21, God has chosen to save and speak to people through His divine plan. The Church is not man’s idea, it is God’s design. It is where He speaks to us, shapes us, and grows us.

The Bible describes the Church as both the Bride of Christ and the Body of Christ. In Acts 20:28, we are reminded that Christ purchased the Church with His own blood. Just as life flows through a physical body, spiritual life flows through the Body of Christ. When we remain connected to the Body, we receive strength, encouragement, direction, and life. But when we detach ourselves, we cut ourselves off from the very source God designed to sustain us.

Many say they love God but reject His Church. Yet how can we claim to love the Head while continually denying the Body? The Church is not a building, it is a living, breathing community of believers purchased by the blood of Jesus.

Even the devils believe there is one God (James 2:19), but God is calling us beyond belief into relationship, commitment, and participation in His Church.

No government, no culture, no opposition, and no law can stop what God is building. The Church of the Living God is not weak. It is victorious, powerful, and advancing.

If you’re looking for hope, healing, purpose, and truth, there is a place for you in the Body of Christ.

The Church of the Living God is still changing lives today.
— Pastor Daniel Abatangelo