The Joyful Church

The judgment from the world concerning the church is oftentimes correct. Although denominationalism, by some, is an attempt to preserve doctrinal purity it commonly ends upholding errors.

The judgment from the world concerning the church is oftentimes correct. Although denominationalism, by some, is an attempt to preserve doctrinal purity it commonly ends upholding errors. For the dishonest, divisions bolster distinction that satisfy the ego. With numerous schisms the world naturally sees the lack of love, unity, and godly joy. On the other hand, many have attempted to produce a pseudo-love, unity, and joy. Ecumenicalism is itself an offshoot of denominationalism, another umbrella to identify the church with. Any attempt for love, unity, and joy that compromises sound doctrine is insincere and rejects the counsel of God. Yet, the Word of God teaches that love, unity, and joy are not only to be experienced in the church, but beseeched by God to be enjoyed.

Love, unity, and joy from sound doctrine reverberate from the pages of Paul's epistle to the Philippians.