This is the first in a series of videos to help you get started with a house church. Please watch all of them when they are done...and if you didn't catch the video that got this rolling, the one that blew up, you can watch it here - ruclips.net/video/q4ro3RGWZX4/видео.html
I'm thinking that it may come to pass that the church in the U.S. may have to go underground, similar to what we've seen or heard about in some countries today. I'm not looking to start such a church, but I'm getting a sense that I should start looking for an existing home church. My hope is that in this series where you're addressing the various issues regarding home churches, that you'll be discussing how we go about finding an existing home church in our local community. Not just any home church, but one that shares the same beliefs that I do, one that is spirit filled, the fellowship is welcoming, and everyone is encouraged to participate..
5 Questions: 1. Has God called you to do this? 2. Has God equipped you to do this - doesn’t take a degree. Takes some gifting 3. Has God put others around you to help this happen (accountability and support) 4. Do you have a good understanding of what church is and how what you are doing is church and not just a bible study or fellowship gathering? 5. Ask God to show you the mission field - who is he sending you to reach? What neighborhood? What community? Jesus - pray for workers 5 Prayers 1. Ask God to give you a clear vision if this is what he wants you to do - open door or not - close door 2. Ask God for wisdom (James 1:5) 3. Ask God for support 4. Ask God for biblical foundation 5. Ask God to Show you the Mission Field 5 Specific study: 1. Study a Gospel - get immersed in the Jesus’ life 2. Study Acts 3. Study Paul's letters 4. Study the "one another's" (see link in description) 5. Study the work of the Holy Spirit 5 Specific conversations: 1. Talk with your neighbors 2. Talk with city officials 3. Talk with people while on prayer walks 4. Talk with your family 5. Talk with your immediate neighbors 5 Specific relationships: 1. Personal accountability 2. Discpling relationships 3. Person of Peace 4. Prayer warriors/team on app 5. A teacher/guide
@@kimberlyd7398 What I mean by that question is that not necessarily everyone is called to plant a church...for some to plant a church would be very very bad. So consider if God is calling you or maybe, for some, they want the attention or whatever.
@@kimberlyd7398Out of all the house churches mentioned in the Bible - we pretty much don't know. This is one of those questions that God didn't supply the answer to.
This is a very Well thought out Study. We need to be coming together, Studying and praying together. Uplifting and encouraging one another, finding answers through the Scriptures for All our questions and struggles.
Amen...always love hearing from you brother. I know you are in the trenches and in battle. I hope you are feeling better from all that was going on a while back. Any improvement?
@@revolutionofordinaries Devils Always Finding ways to keep us occupied, I use Telegram to make a study group, Closeest to a house church as I live in the room in the videos. I'm slowly recovering Too stubborn to Stop, much to do.
You'll help house churches in a time of great need, ive recently seen a growing traction of False teachings and churches spinging up. We need to test everything with scripture
@@TheOnceLostAndNowFoundSheep267That's a shame...it definitely happens. It happens in large churches too...we will keep pressing into the truth of God's Word! Hope you are feeling better my friend!
This is very balanced, almost unfamiliarly so. He points out issues (but not heresies) of modern megachurches and American churches but also says dont just rush into starting a house church and gives both practical and spiritual reasons.
Outstanding counsel Matt, and a great blueprint to getting started! A lot of our group that attend have been like minded, wanting more relationships and intimacy with Jesus. We are going to be going out into the neighborhood this year. Highly recommend this foundation for anyone called to lead a home church ministry! Keep up the good work Matt!
Thanks Matt! I was part of that crowd that blew up your last video 10 reasons... We were a rowdy crowd and had alot of questions. lol I hope we did not overwhelm you and know you can't get back to everyone. That would be a FT job. lol I like the 5 conversations part in this video. From my experience in home churches or "small groups," outreach to the surrounding community was pretty much non-existent. That was often the criticism of the bigger church is expecting people to come to church instead of going to them right where they are at. So the attractional model came about to attract them in. Then the creation of programs galore to keep them there and busy. So it became a ME centered church. If the house church does not correct some of the legitimate criticisms of the bigger church then your just bringing the church building concepts into a smaller house church. It just seemed like we huddled up in small groups or house church but did not do anything in the community and share the gospel. When it comes more about huddles instead of getting rid of self to reach others with the gospel and practical ways and solutions you can serve the community around you then you can easily get caught up in selfishness. We are not just hearers of the word but doers of the word. Much of the Acts church was outside among the people. Everyone needs Jesus! Its not about us but about Jesus and spreading the gospel. Lets not lose that!
Wow! What a great comment C4J! This is spot on and many people are working to see that a better vision/version of house churches emerge that are faithful to God and His Word, active in loving and serving the community and in making disciples. These are people like KC Underground, Tampa Underground, Curtis Sergeant, Ying Kai, David Watson, Wolfgang Simson and MANY others...movements are reaching millions through house churches.
@@revolutionofordinaries Thanks Matt! I came out of a megachurch so I know the issues I had with it and do not want to see the same mistakes repeated in the house church movement. I have heard of a few stories the reason a few left the house church and went back to the traditional church model was because atleast the house church they were involved in did not do any outreach to the community and was my experience also and alot of peoples experience in small groups. I do not see in Acts or the NT church where they just sat around in huddles but actively almost like militantly like an army reaching the lost.
Many years ago I would tell all my Christian friends that the closer we get to the very End days before Jesus returns we will see the "church" who is the believers not a building will return to meeting in homes and eventually have to go underground as in other countries. May God give all of us guidance that are feeling the pull to come out of this organized religious system and lead us to a griuo of believers already meeting. My question is how does a home chirch establish its leaders like the model is set forth in the first churches? As some are given the office of prophet, pastor, overseer, bishop or teacher to shepherd the flock.
Thank you for the insight. That made it very clear to me that I am not cut-out to lead a home church. Since I am not a fan of "The Sunday Show" and there are no home churches in my small town, that I am aware of, might you have suggestions for those of us that aren't gifted with leadership?
This may be why you need a partner in this who has strengths where you do not. You can pray for God to raise up a leader or co-leader and pay attention to who God sends your way. God can do anything...I have seen this happen personally.
Yes I have led small groups and/or Christ centered addiction groups before that I would recommend a co-leader with you that helps take the pressure off one person leading it. You will probably burn out fairly quickly if you take it on by yourself. We all have been uniquely gifted by God with Spiritual gifts and passions that is to be used in the body. Its not about one person but the body working together for the glory of God. Amen!
Started our house church three years ago or so. Got started by meeting a guy preaching in a park(not a paid minister type) and a guy from a different local system church who was sick of it. If you can provide the space and opportunity God will work. Love Matt but I never did half of what he said in this video. Maybe in a ideal world but most of us out here need to just go with what we got. We are doing great building up the body and making disciples. You will learn as you go. If His spirit is in you start by just sharing the gospel making disciples, the church will just form around you at that point.
There is no cookie cutter...the video is to get people thinking about the kinds of things that can help them discern what to do. If you miss something there isn't anything wrong with that. God starts these things in all kinds of ways. I am just hoping people don't just jump in unaware and get blown up.@@JohnnyG4903
@JohnnyG4903 I am so thankful to hear from both ends of the spectrum on this matter. The answer cannot be for us to simply stay in system churches (that are unconcerned with checking these boxes) on and on and on until we can check all of these idealized boxes ourselves. I've done that since 1986, gone to Bible college, studied and prepared daily ever since, and exhausted myself looking for others I can support who are already doing it right. I'm just going to have to just get going with what I've got and trust that others will show up that want some of it, too. I do, however, appreciate the ideal wish list and warnings from experience that this video provides, as well, since we do not wish to simply add another narcissist-led church to the community, either. We will continue to attend the system church (as a Christian activity center) on Sunday mornings while phasing in our house church on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. Thank you both for your encouragements. Humble people tend to always regard themselves as "not qualified enough" while narcissists sell themselves and their buddies as eminently qualified in all things all of the time. We simply cannot keep forfeiting these important things to narcissists and their artificial hierarchies.
I know this is a random question, but was wondering the view you hold on celebrating the holidays such as Christmas and Easter. Thank you so much for this content!
@@revolutionofordinaries I've heard different views on Romans 14, such as it's speaking of fasting. I've struggled for awhile in the fact that these holidays Protestants celebrate originated from Roman Catholicism. How is celebrating these holidays & not the biblical feasts being set apart? Thank you!
@@megnluI don't think it is helpful to reject something just because such and such other group does it. They also gather to assemble. They also believe Jesus is the Christ. You get the idea...just because another group does something doesn't make it the way or not the way...go back to the scriptures. In Romans 14 Paul said it is okay to celebrate special days. That should be enough to not make it a divisive issue.
@@revolutionofordinaries you don't view the Catholic Church as false? It's the question that, is it honoring God? Also, would it be better for Christians to observe biblical feasts that all point to Christ, rather than holidays that originated in pagan practices. Holidays that the world celebrates as well. Are we being set apart when we do this? These are all questions I'm seeking clarity on. This is not a judgement on anyone. Thank you so much🙏🏼
@@revolutionofordinaries I apologize for sending another reply, but read the comment again & just wanted further clarification. I believe strongly through reading the Word & prayer that the Catholic Church is extremely false in its teachings. They may say they believe in Christ, but they do & practice so much that is contrary to Scriptural truth. Do you believe they are worshipping the Jesus of the Bible
Don't know if you will be able to answer. I would seek to have a meeting that introduces people to the Hebrew roots of Christianity, i.e. Michael Heiser, Chuck Missler. These folks made my faith real and strong. We would pray as well. But, listening now to this video, I can see why I have not been able to make this happen, though I have tried for about a year. It does seem that regular churches will face more scrutiny in the coming years - unfortunately, Christians who have been ego-driven, have very much sullied the name of Christ, not been humble or prayerful and people would like to kick their butts. As a female, I would not be teaching, just facilitating. Additionally, I am profoundly lonely, particularly for fellow believers. Lastly, I am not young - not at all fit for battle. Thanks for the guidance and reality check. I did try the email.
Lots of great and important suggestions. Did not understand your use of Luke 10 “man of peace.” From my understanding, that was instructions for the disciples going from town to town about where to live for the time they are in that town (stay with a man of peace or leave that town rather than going from one house to another in the same town, using their hospitality). Are you trying to say it is the house of the “man of peace” where you will hold the church gatherings? If this is not what you meant, then I don’t understand what you are alluding to.
The person of peace is a person who is open to the message who is already embedded in the community. Think Lydia in Philippi among many others who could be listed...this concept went beyond Luke 10 and is seen throughout Acts. We see it all over the world today...it is a smart and biblical strategy when you enter an area to start a church to find a local, agreeable person who can trust you and tell others. It makes things move exponentially faster than starting without someone like that. Great question! More info here - ruclips.net/video/DFpCkmPIzIE/видео.html
1. Has God called you to do this? 2. Has God equipped you to do this - doesn’t take a degree. Takes some gifting 3. Has God put others around you to help this happen (accountability and support) 4. Do you have a good understanding of what church is and how what you are doing is church and not just a bible study or fellowship gathering? 5. Ask God to show you the mission field - who is he sending you to reach? What neighborhood? What community?
Where are you located? Do you have a wesite of a network of home churches around the US for those who would like to join a home church? I know there are websites out there and we have checked them out and found there are no home churches near us. We are currently seeking God's direction to start a home church, but we are at the beginning. Thank you.
Good morning Laurie! I am building out a training for those who want to start house churches. If you want to be in the loop, I can add you to the email list. Can you email me and let me know your email? matthewdabbs@hotmail.com and I will get you on the list.
(* l ke to saint John church, saint mary church design*), we do to very best .for church, cross is church room's in front of at the wall.Cross is Church's on the top .
I agree each church will look a little different...there are some guiding principles that are helpful but we all have to work this out through prayer, study and relationship.
There is not one way to do it. Just sharing what we are seeing in a way that has due diligence and accountability. When you try to spark people to start, as I am doing, you become very much aware that some weird stuff can spring up. And don’t want to be responsible for that.
🙏 To preach Repentance and Remission of sins to Everyone, All nations Luke 24:47 KJV and that [repentance] and [remission of sins] should be [preached] in his name among [all nations,] beginning at Jerusalem. - Sincere turn from (practice) of (sin) and (willful sin) or (All) will perish Luke 13:3 KJV I tell you, [Nay:] but, except [ye repent,] ye shall [all] [likewise] [perish.] - Believe for your faith will save you, for believing leads to (pardon of sins) to not (die) in (sin) John 8:24 KJV I said therefore unto you, that [ye shall die] in your sins: for [if ye believe not] that I am he, ye shall [die] in your [sins.] - Receive forgiveness of sins when we are converted, + multiple ways for remission of sins, (pardon of sins) Acts 10:43 KJV To him give all the prophets witness, that through his [name] [whosoever believeth] [in him] shall [receive] [remission of sins.] - Love God and love thy neighbor as thyself, for love will (cover) all sins, (pardon of sins) Proverbs 10:12 KJV Hatred stirreth up strifes: but [love] [covereth] all [sins.] Luke 7:47 KJV Wherefore I say unto thee, [Her sins,] which [are many,] [are forgiven;] for [she loved much:] but to whom [little is forgiven,] the same [loveth little.] - Have frevernt (love) among (the brethren) and (the people) for frevernt (love,) giving, having conpassion shall (cover) the multitude of sins, (pardon of sins) 1 Peter 4:8 KJV And above all things have fervent [charity] [among yourselves:] for [charity] shall [cover] the [multitude of sins.] - Preaching and (converting the sinner) from the error of his way will (hide) a multitude of sins, (pardon of sins) James 5:20 KJV Let him know, that he which [converteth] the sinner from the [error of his way] shall save a [soul] from [death,] and shall [hide] a [multitude of sins.] - Confession of sin, confess your sins everyday for the forgiveness of sins, (pardon of sins) 1 John 1:9 KJV If we [confess] our sins, he is faithful and just to [forgive] us [our sins,] and to [cleanse us] from all [unrighteousness.] - (Water baptism) for the (remission of sins), remission/pardon/forgiveness of sins Acts 2:38 KJV Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be [baptized] every one of you in the [name] of [Jesus Christ] for the [remission of sins,] and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. - To give knowledge of salvation to all by the (remission) of (our) (sins), (pardon of sins) Luke 1:77 KJV To give [knowledge] of [salvation] unto his people [by] the [remission] of their [sins,] - Those (predestined), will die in (0 sin,) all sins were pardoned by the (remission of sins) Matthew 24:13 KJV [13] But he that shall [endure] unto [the end,] the same [shall be saved.]
Jesus already founded a Church!!! The Holy apostolic Catholic Church.. Jesus is the head you really think he's going to leave his family he promised in scripture that the gates of hell shall not prevail over Her...
Yes he founded the church universal...then we start congregations. It has been this way for 2000 years so I am not sure what your point is. Can you clarify?
Did you know Jesus is the name of a roman sun god who teaches disobedience to God's 10 commandments, break Sabbath, doing 🎃🐰🎅🎄 Babylonian witchcraft,& pork eating. Use Yeshua instead of Jesus. John 5:42-43 Jeremiah 23
![The Business-Owner’s Guide To Running A Church [Tips From Ex-Pastors]](/img/1.gif)
This is the first in a series of videos to help you get started with a house church. Please watch all of them when they are done...and if you didn't catch the video that got this rolling, the one that blew up, you can watch it here - ruclips.net/video/q4ro3RGWZX4/видео.html
From Australia: Amen, been praying about this for a long time...
Just started a training platform to get people going! home-church-resources.circle.so
Very wonderful teaching.
Thank you Justin.
I'm thinking that it may come to pass that the church in the U.S. may have to go underground, similar to what we've seen or heard about in some countries today. I'm not looking to start such a church, but I'm getting a sense that I should start looking for an existing home church. My hope is that in this series where you're addressing the various issues regarding home churches, that you'll be discussing how we go about finding an existing home church in our local community. Not just any home church, but one that shares the same beliefs that I do, one that is spirit filled, the fellowship is welcoming, and everyone is encouraged to participate..
I hope you have found the series helpful. Sorry for the slow reply!
5 Questions:
1. Has God called you to do this?
2. Has God equipped you to do this - doesn’t take a degree. Takes some gifting
3. Has God put others around you to help this happen (accountability and support)
4. Do you have a good understanding of what church is and how what you are doing is church and not just a bible study or fellowship gathering?
5. Ask God to show you the mission field - who is he sending you to reach? What neighborhood? What community? Jesus - pray for workers
5 Prayers
1. Ask God to give you a clear vision if this is what he wants you to do - open door or not - close door
2. Ask God for wisdom (James 1:5)
3. Ask God for support
4. Ask God for biblical foundation
5. Ask God to Show you the Mission Field
5 Specific study:
1. Study a Gospel - get immersed in the Jesus’ life
2. Study Acts
3. Study Paul's letters
4. Study the "one another's" (see link in description)
5. Study the work of the Holy Spirit
5 Specific conversations:
1. Talk with your neighbors
2. Talk with city officials
3. Talk with people while on prayer walks
4. Talk with your family
5. Talk with your immediate neighbors
5 Specific relationships:
1. Personal accountability
2. Discpling relationships
3. Person of Peace
4. Prayer warriors/team on app
5. A teacher/guide
What do you mean did God call you to do this? This is the way the Bible teaches that the gathering was like!
@@kimberlyd7398 What I mean by that question is that not necessarily everyone is called to plant a church...for some to plant a church would be very very bad. So consider if God is calling you or maybe, for some, they want the attention or whatever.
@@revolutionofordinaries who decided in the Bible who shld or should not have a church gathering in their home? Who decided ?
@@kimberlyd7398Out of all the house churches mentioned in the Bible - we pretty much don't know. This is one of those questions that God didn't supply the answer to.
This is a very Well thought out Study.
We need to be coming together, Studying and praying together.
Uplifting and encouraging one another, finding answers through the Scriptures for All our questions and struggles.
Amen...always love hearing from you brother. I know you are in the trenches and in battle. I hope you are feeling better from all that was going on a while back. Any improvement?
@@revolutionofordinaries Devils Always Finding ways to keep us occupied, I use Telegram to make a study group, Closeest to a house church as I live in the room in the videos.
I'm slowly recovering Too stubborn to Stop, much to do.
You'll help house churches in a time of great need, ive recently seen a growing traction of False teachings and churches spinging up.
We need to test everything with scripture
@@TheOnceLostAndNowFoundSheep267That's a shame...it definitely happens. It happens in large churches too...we will keep pressing into the truth of God's Word! Hope you are feeling better my friend!
This is very balanced, almost unfamiliarly so. He points out issues (but not heresies) of modern megachurches and American churches but also says dont just rush into starting a house church and gives both practical and spiritual reasons.
Thanks for your comment!
We named our house church, Acts 2:42.
Love it Ruthie! God bless you...hope you are well.
Outstanding counsel Matt, and a great blueprint to getting started! A lot of our group that attend have been like minded, wanting more relationships and intimacy with Jesus. We are going to be going out into the neighborhood this year. Highly recommend this foundation for anyone called to lead a home church ministry! Keep up the good work Matt!
Thank you so much Ken! God bless you in your efforts!
This was so good. God bless you and thank you! 🙏🏽
Battlefield- yep, why I have not moved on my hope to do this.
Thanks Matt! I was part of that crowd that blew up your last video 10 reasons... We were a rowdy crowd and had alot of questions. lol I hope we did not overwhelm you and know you can't get back to everyone. That would be a FT job. lol I like the 5 conversations part in this video. From my experience in home churches or "small groups," outreach to the surrounding community was pretty much non-existent. That was often the criticism of the bigger church is expecting people to come to church instead of going to them right where they are at. So the attractional model came about to attract them in. Then the creation of programs galore to keep them there and busy. So it became a ME centered church. If the house church does not correct some of the legitimate criticisms of the bigger church then your just bringing the church building concepts into a smaller house church.
It just seemed like we huddled up in small groups or house church but did not do anything in the community and share the gospel. When it comes more about huddles instead of getting rid of self to reach others with the gospel and practical ways and solutions you can serve the community around you then you can easily get caught up in selfishness. We are not just hearers of the word but doers of the word. Much of the Acts church was outside among the people. Everyone needs Jesus! Its not about us but about Jesus and spreading the gospel. Lets not lose that!
Wow! What a great comment C4J! This is spot on and many people are working to see that a better vision/version of house churches emerge that are faithful to God and His Word, active in loving and serving the community and in making disciples. These are people like KC Underground, Tampa Underground, Curtis Sergeant, Ying Kai, David Watson, Wolfgang Simson and MANY others...movements are reaching millions through house churches.
@@revolutionofordinaries Thanks Matt! I came out of a megachurch so I know the issues I had with it and do not want to see the same mistakes repeated in the house church movement. I have heard of a few stories the reason a few left the house church and went back to the traditional church model was because atleast the house church they were involved in did not do any outreach to the community and was my experience also and alot of peoples experience in small groups. I do not see in Acts or the NT church where they just sat around in huddles but actively almost like militantly like an army reaching the lost.
Very well explained, we can always learn. ❤
Amen...still working on it over here!
Many years ago I would tell all my Christian friends that the closer we get to the very End days before Jesus returns we will see the "church" who is the believers not a building will return to meeting in homes and eventually have to go underground as in other countries. May God give all of us guidance that are feeling the pull to come out of this organized religious system and lead us to a griuo of believers already meeting. My question is how does a home chirch establish its leaders like the model is set forth in the first churches? As some are given the office of prophet, pastor, overseer, bishop or teacher to shepherd the flock.
Thank you for the insight. That made it very clear to me that I am not cut-out to lead a home church.
Since I am not a fan of "The Sunday Show" and there are no home churches in my small town, that I am aware of, might you have suggestions for those of us that aren't gifted with leadership?
This may be why you need a partner in this who has strengths where you do not. You can pray for God to raise up a leader or co-leader and pay attention to who God sends your way. God can do anything...I have seen this happen personally.
Yes I have led small groups and/or Christ centered addiction groups before that I would recommend a co-leader with you that helps take the pressure off one person leading it. You will probably burn out fairly quickly if you take it on by yourself. We all have been uniquely gifted by God with Spiritual gifts and passions that is to be used in the body. Its not about one person but the body working together for the glory of God. Amen!
Started our house church three years ago or so. Got started by meeting a guy preaching in a park(not a paid minister type) and a guy from a different local system church who was sick of it.
If you can provide the space and opportunity God will work. Love Matt but I never did half of what he said in this video. Maybe in a ideal world but most of us out here need to just go with what we got. We are doing great building up the body and making disciples. You will learn as you go. If His spirit is in you start by just sharing the gospel making disciples, the church will just form around you at that point.
There is no cookie cutter...the video is to get people thinking about the kinds of things that can help them discern what to do. If you miss something there isn't anything wrong with that. God starts these things in all kinds of ways. I am just hoping people don't just jump in unaware and get blown up.@@JohnnyG4903
@JohnnyG4903 I am so thankful to hear from both ends of the spectrum on this matter. The answer cannot be for us to simply stay in system churches (that are unconcerned with checking these boxes) on and on and on until we can check all of these idealized boxes ourselves. I've done that since 1986, gone to Bible college, studied and prepared daily ever since, and exhausted myself looking for others I can support who are already doing it right. I'm just going to have to just get going with what I've got and trust that others will show up that want some of it, too. I do, however, appreciate the ideal wish list and warnings from experience that this video provides, as well, since we do not wish to simply add another narcissist-led church to the community, either. We will continue to attend the system church (as a Christian activity center) on Sunday mornings while phasing in our house church on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. Thank you both for your encouragements.
Humble people tend to always regard themselves as "not qualified enough" while narcissists sell themselves and their buddies as eminently qualified in all things all of the time. We simply cannot keep forfeiting these important things to narcissists and their artificial hierarchies.
I know this is a random question, but was wondering the view you hold on celebrating the holidays such as Christmas and Easter. Thank you so much for this content!
Yes we do per Paul’s instruction in Romans 14 where he gives permission for such things.
@@revolutionofordinaries I've heard different views on Romans 14, such as it's speaking of fasting. I've struggled for awhile in the fact that these holidays Protestants celebrate originated from Roman Catholicism. How is celebrating these holidays & not the biblical feasts being set apart? Thank you!
@@megnluI don't think it is helpful to reject something just because such and such other group does it. They also gather to assemble. They also believe Jesus is the Christ. You get the idea...just because another group does something doesn't make it the way or not the way...go back to the scriptures. In Romans 14 Paul said it is okay to celebrate special days. That should be enough to not make it a divisive issue.
@@revolutionofordinaries you don't view the Catholic Church as false? It's the question that, is it honoring God? Also, would it be better for Christians to observe biblical feasts that all point to Christ, rather than holidays that originated in pagan practices. Holidays that the world celebrates as well. Are we being set apart when we do this? These are all questions I'm seeking clarity on. This is not a judgement on anyone. Thank you so much🙏🏼
@@revolutionofordinaries I apologize for sending another reply, but read the comment again & just wanted further clarification. I believe strongly through reading the Word & prayer that the Catholic Church is extremely false in its teachings. They may say they believe in Christ, but they do & practice so much that is contrary to Scriptural truth. Do you believe they are worshipping the Jesus of the Bible
Don't know if you will be able to answer. I would seek to have a meeting that introduces people to the Hebrew roots of Christianity, i.e. Michael Heiser, Chuck Missler. These folks made my faith real and strong. We would pray as well. But, listening now to this video, I can see why I have not been able to make this happen, though I have tried for about a year. It does seem that regular churches will face more scrutiny in the coming years - unfortunately, Christians who have been ego-driven, have very much sullied the name of Christ, not been humble or prayerful and people would like to kick their butts. As a female, I would not be teaching, just facilitating. Additionally, I am profoundly lonely, particularly for fellow believers. Lastly, I am not young - not at all fit for battle. Thanks for the guidance and reality check. I did try the email.
Lots of great and important suggestions.
Did not understand your use of Luke 10 “man of peace.” From my understanding, that was instructions for the disciples going from town to town about where to live for the time they are in that town (stay with a man of peace or leave that town rather than going from one house to another in the same town, using their hospitality). Are you trying to say it is the house of the “man of peace” where you will hold the church gatherings? If this is not what you meant, then I don’t understand what you are alluding to.
The person of peace is a person who is open to the message who is already embedded in the community. Think Lydia in Philippi among many others who could be listed...this concept went beyond Luke 10 and is seen throughout Acts. We see it all over the world today...it is a smart and biblical strategy when you enter an area to start a church to find a local, agreeable person who can trust you and tell others. It makes things move exponentially faster than starting without someone like that. Great question!
More info here - ruclips.net/video/DFpCkmPIzIE/видео.html
Do you have a list of the 5 Questions?
1. Has God called you to do this?
2. Has God equipped you to do this - doesn’t take a degree. Takes some gifting
3. Has God put others around you to help this happen (accountability and support)
4. Do you have a good understanding of what church is and how what you are doing is church and not just a bible study or fellowship gathering?
5. Ask God to show you the mission field - who is he sending you to reach? What neighborhood? What community?
Thank you.
Good questions to reflect on.
Glad it is helpful @@joelkrochalk5067
Where are you located? Do you have a wesite of a network of home churches around the US for those who would like to join a home church? I know there are websites out there and we have checked them out and found there are no home churches near us. We are currently seeking God's direction to start a home church, but we are at the beginning. Thank you.
Good morning Laurie! I am building out a training for those who want to start house churches. If you want to be in the loop, I can add you to the email list. Can you email me and let me know your email? matthewdabbs@hotmail.com and I will get you on the list.
Thank you. I'll send you an email. Hopefully, tomorrow.
(* l ke to saint John church, saint mary church design*), we do to very best .for church, cross is church room's in front of at the wall.Cross is Church's on the top .
Nobody sparked in tounges in our house church. So it won’t look exactly like acts church
I agree each church will look a little different...there are some guiding principles that are helpful but we all have to work this out through prayer, study and relationship.
I don’t believe it has to be this difficult
There is not one way to do it. Just sharing what we are seeing in a way that has due diligence and accountability. When you try to spark people to start, as I am doing, you become very much aware that some weird stuff can spring up. And don’t want to be responsible for that.
🙏
To preach Repentance and Remission of sins to Everyone, All nations
Luke 24:47 KJV
and that [repentance] and [remission of sins] should be [preached] in his name among [all nations,] beginning at Jerusalem.
- Sincere turn from (practice) of (sin) and (willful sin) or (All) will perish
Luke 13:3 KJV
I tell you, [Nay:] but, except [ye repent,] ye shall [all] [likewise] [perish.]
- Believe for your faith will save you, for believing leads to (pardon of sins) to not (die) in (sin)
John 8:24 KJV
I said therefore unto you, that [ye shall die] in your sins: for [if ye believe not] that I am he, ye shall [die] in your [sins.]
- Receive forgiveness of sins when we are converted, + multiple ways for remission of sins, (pardon of sins)
Acts 10:43 KJV
To him give all the prophets witness, that through his [name] [whosoever believeth] [in him] shall [receive] [remission of sins.]
- Love God and love thy neighbor as thyself, for love will (cover) all sins, (pardon of sins)
Proverbs 10:12 KJV
Hatred stirreth up strifes: but [love] [covereth] all [sins.]
Luke 7:47 KJV
Wherefore I say unto thee, [Her sins,] which [are many,] [are forgiven;] for [she loved much:] but to whom [little is forgiven,] the same [loveth little.]
- Have frevernt (love) among (the brethren) and (the people) for frevernt (love,) giving, having conpassion shall (cover) the multitude of sins, (pardon of sins)
1 Peter 4:8 KJV
And above all things have fervent [charity] [among yourselves:] for [charity] shall [cover] the [multitude of sins.]
- Preaching and (converting the sinner) from the error of his way will (hide) a multitude of sins, (pardon of sins)
James 5:20 KJV
Let him know, that he which [converteth] the sinner from the [error of his way] shall save a [soul] from [death,] and shall [hide] a [multitude of sins.]
- Confession of sin, confess your sins everyday for the forgiveness of sins, (pardon of sins)
1 John 1:9 KJV
If we [confess] our sins, he is faithful and just to [forgive] us [our sins,] and to [cleanse us] from all [unrighteousness.]
- (Water baptism) for the (remission of sins), remission/pardon/forgiveness of sins
Acts 2:38 KJV
Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be [baptized] every one of you in the [name] of [Jesus Christ] for the [remission of sins,] and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.
- To give knowledge of salvation to all by the (remission) of (our) (sins), (pardon of sins)
Luke 1:77 KJV
To give [knowledge] of [salvation] unto his people [by] the [remission] of their [sins,]
- Those (predestined), will die in (0 sin,) all sins were pardoned by the (remission of sins)
Matthew 24:13 KJV
[13] But he that shall [endure] unto [the end,] the same [shall be saved.]
Thank you for the scriptures.
Jesus already founded a Church!!! The Holy apostolic Catholic Church.. Jesus is the head you really think he's going to leave his family he promised in scripture that the gates of hell shall not prevail over Her...
Yes he founded the church universal...then we start congregations. It has been this way for 2000 years so I am not sure what your point is. Can you clarify?
Did you know Jesus is the name of a roman sun god who teaches disobedience to God's 10 commandments, break Sabbath, doing 🎃🐰🎅🎄 Babylonian witchcraft,& pork eating. Use Yeshua instead of Jesus.
John 5:42-43
Jeremiah 23
Not sure how this connects with the video.
I don’t sin, this is ridiculous.
What are you trying to say?