Introduction

1. In many ways the issue is raised -

2. Are there Christians in all churches?

3. The answer is a problem of terminology (meaning of words)

What do they mean by “Christian?”

1. Most have a broad view of this word.

   1. If you believe in Jesus = Christian

   2. Problem – James 2:19

   3. Is Satan a Christian?

   4. Many who claim to believe – don't tremble

2. There are conditions to being a Christian.

   1. Matthew 7:21

   2. John 15:14

   3. Some religious groups –

      1. Accept homosexuality – membership and as ministers

      2. Accept divorce and remarriage without quesiton

   4. 1 Corinthians 6:9-10

   5. Galatians 3:26-27

3. Matthew 7:13-14

What do they mean by “church?”

1. Many religious groups claim to be part of Christ's church.

2. Revelation 2:5 – Jesus can remove their lampstand

   1. Can one attend a church that does not obey Christ and still be a Christian?

   2. 2 John 1:9-11

3. How many churches did Christ establish?

   1. Ephesians 4:4 – One body

   2. Ephesians 1:22-23 – Body is the church

   3. 1 Corinthians 12:20 – only one body – not hundreds

Conclusion

1. Apply God's definition of a Christian.

2. Apply God's definition of His church.

3. There are not as many Christians as we think.

4. Some other questions to ask:

   1. Do all these churches teach the truth?

   2. If YES, Why are they separate?

   3. Can a Christian participate and fellowship in a church that is not teaching the truth?

   4. Are all people who claim to be Christians – truly Christians?