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  • The Role Of The Cross In The Church

The Role of the Cross in the Church

The Role of the Cross in the Church1

  • T. Austin-Sparks

    The Cross and the Church

    By T. Austin-Sparks
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    EPH 1:22

    T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the integral relationship between the Cross and the Church, asserting that the Church is the primary vessel through which the fullness of Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, and the promise of Christ's return are expressed. He warns against separating these doctrines from the Church, as doing so leads to a disembodied faith lacking true vitality and purpose. The Church, as the Body of Christ, is not defined by earthly distinctions or denominational lines but is a spiritual entity that embodies Christ's life and mission. Sparks highlights the necessity of recognizing the Church's organic nature and the importance of the Cross in facilitating a true expression of Christ within the Church. Ultimately, he calls for believers to embrace the transformative power of the Cross to fully realize their identity and purpose within the Church.

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