Church Order
Church Order4
Ye Are Yet Carnal
By G.W. North01CO 3:1G.W. North addresses the issues within the Corinthian church, emphasizing its carnal state and the need for correction in behavior, purity, and unity. He highlights that while the church's original order had become disordered, its method of worship was still fundamentally correct, as established by Paul. North stresses that personal preferences should not dictate church practices, but rather adherence to the inspired patterns set forth by God. He underscores the importance of striving for God's highest and best, as exemplified by Paul's relentless pursuit of the high calling of God. Ultimately, North calls for the church to align with the divine order prescribed in Scripture.
Epistle 83
By George Fox0ISA 58:6MAT 23:4MRK 9:41ACT 20:28ROM 2:23ROM 15:1COL 3:22George Fox emphasizes the importance of gathering in the fear of the Lord, urging believers to remain faithful and diligent in their respective roles within the church. He encourages overseers to care for their flock and warns against the dangers of pride and running ahead of God's guidance. Fox calls for unity and order in meetings, reminding everyone to serve with sincerity and to be mindful of their actions to avoid bringing dishonor to God. He stresses the need for patience and clarity in following God's direction, ensuring that all members contribute positively to the community. Ultimately, he encourages faithfulness in service, promising that such dedication will not go unrewarded.
I Would Not Have You Ignorant
By G.W. North0ROM 12:61CO 2:141CO 3:11CO 12:11CO 12:41CO 13:11CO 14:371CO 14:402CO 7:8EPH 4:11G.W. North emphasizes the Apostle Paul's teachings in his first letter to the Corinthians, which, while containing rebuke and correction, also provides vital instruction about the Spiritual Man and the gifts of the Spirit. Paul challenges the Corinthians, who had become carnal due to sin, to recognize the divine authority behind his teachings and to restore order and spirituality within the church. The letter serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of adhering to spiritual truths and maintaining a proper relationship with God. North highlights that the need for such stern warnings reflects the church's struggle with sin, yet it also offers a wealth of truth that believers must embrace. Ultimately, the epistle's teachings on spiritual gifts remain essential for the church today.
Letter: 10e 29 G v Wigram, Stafford, January 31st, 1839
By John Nelson Darby0PRO 15:23ROM 12:61CO 14:40GAL 5:16EPH 4:291TH 5:192TI 4:2HEB 10:24JAS 1:191PE 4:10John Nelson Darby emphasizes the necessity of maintaining order within the church by addressing and stopping those who speak error or are led by the flesh. He advocates for a balance between allowing the Spirit to guide and restraining the flesh, asserting that the church should not be a place where unprofitable speaking is tolerated. Darby stresses the importance of acting with holy wisdom, being prompt in cases of error while being patient in cases of profit, and ensuring that the collective mind of the church is considered in all actions. He expresses his commitment to God's will and the need for careful discernment in church matters, highlighting the role of the Spirit in guiding the church towards unity and truth.