Absolutely, and you do too! Absolutely, and you do too!

The Church of Christ is the Only Church Going to Heaven Most people would agree if they realized that most denominations claim to be the church of Christ

The Church of Christ is the Only Church Going to Heaven Most people would agree if they realized that most denominations claim to be the church of Christ

Methodist Church of Christ Baptist Church of Christ Catholic Church of Christ (only the) church of Christ (only the) church of Christ

Is there only ONE church of Christ?

The One True Church of Christ Jesus said He was building ONE church Apostles preached ONE church Ephesians 4:4-5 Romans 12:5 I Corinthians 12:12 Matthew 16:18 "And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.

The Real Question IF there is only one church of Christ, is this it?

Two simple tests to find the real church of Christ The “Columbus” Test The “Time Travel” Test

Answer the Question: How can we know? Source of Authority (who is in charge) And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Matthew 28:18 “No other doctrine”I Timothy 1:3

Answer the Question: How can we know? Source of Authority (who is in charge) Organization (how do you function) “…..Christ is head of the church…..” Ephesians 4:12, 5:23 “there is no other foundation….” I Corinthians 3:11

Answer the Question: How can we know? Source of Authority (who is in charge) Organization (how do you function) Membership (who are your members) “….. the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved” Acts 2:47

Answer the Question: How can we know? Source of Authority (who is in charge) Organization (how do you function) Membership (who are your members) Names (what are you called) “I am of Paul," or "I am of Apollos," or "I am of Cephas," or "I am of Christ“ 1 Corinthians 1:12

Answer the Question: How can we know? Source of Authority (who is in charge) Organization (how do you function) Membership (who are your members) Names (what are you called) Do they not blaspheme that noble name by which you are called? James 2:7

Answer the Question: How can we know? Source of Authority (who is in charge) Organization (how do you function) Membership (who are your members) Names (what are you called) If you are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed are you 1 Peter 4:14

Scripture Is A Map To The One True Church of Christ

Answer the Question: Did God Change? "For I am the LORD, I do not change” Malachi 3:6 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning. James 1:17

The church Jesus built will be the same in 2013, 1955, 1855, or 55AD The church Jesus built will be the same in 2013, 1955, 1855, or 55AD

Is This His Church? In 60 years time the Catholic church: Decided limbo wasn’t real Muslims get to heaven now Can this church be the church of God?

Is This His Church? In 60 years the Methodist church: Discovered God did not create all things Discovered women could be bishops Discovered homosexuality was not a sin Can this church be the church of God?

Is This His Church? In 60 years time the Christian Church: Became a denomination Elected a woman as president Can this church be the church of God?

Is This His Church? In 60 years time the Mormon church: Changed the identity of God Changed the priesthood of believers Discovered they couldn’t speak in tongues Can this church be the church of God?

Is This His Church? In 60 years time the Presbyterian church: Discovered abortion was not a sin Discovered homosexuality was not a sin Can this church be the church of God?

Is This His Church? In 60 years time the Baptist church: Made pastors “ruler of the church” Made confessions a source of doctrine Can this church be the church of God?

Are These His Churches? Lutheran churches Jehovah’s Witnesses Episcopalian Assembly of God Seventh Day Adventists

Is This His Church? In 50 years time “our” churches: Invented numerous agencies of the church Changed the structure of the church Adopted ecumenical standards Can this church be the church of God?

God DOES NOT Change! To find the Lord’s Church: Look for that which does not change The Lord’s church will not change The Lord’s message will not change

The Absolutes of Judgment and Salvation: Jesus ONLY built one Church Salvation is ONLY in Jesus Christ Jesus said …….”No one comes to the Father except through Me.” John 14:6

The Absolutes of Judgment and Salvation: Jesus ONLY built one Church Salvation is ONLY in Jesus Christ "Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.“Acts 4:12

The Absolutes of Judgment and Salvation: Jesus ONLY built one Church Salvation is ONLY in Jesus Christ Saved by Faith and Obedience in Christ …The end of your faith-- the salvation of your souls. 1 Peter 1:9

The Absolutes of Judgment and Salvation: Jesus only built ONE Church Only saved in Jesus Christ Saved by Faith and Obedience in Christ He became the author of eternal salvation to all who obey Him Hebrews 5:9

The Absolutes of Judgment and Salvation: Jesus only built ONE Church Only saved in Jesus Christ Saved by Faith and Obedience in Christ Condemned in the doctrines of men …..According to the commandments and doctrines of men? These things indeed have an appearance of wisdom in self- imposed religion, false humility, and neglect of the body, but are of no value against the indulgence of the flesh. Colossians 2:22-23