A look at the occurrences of the word "excommunication" in the Bible, and what it means for this practice.
Tag: ecclesiology
The Mark of the Lamb
In their book, "The Mark of Jesus," Timothy George and John Woodbridge seek to convince us of the upmost importance of love and unity in the life of believers.
“The Holy, Catholic Church”
Jesus' messages to the churches in Revelation should cause us to reflect on the state of our own local churches. . . . Revelation 2:1-3:22.
“Accept My discipline,” Jesus counsels
Jesus’ message to the church at Laodicea. . . . Revelation 3:14-22.
“I love you,” Jesus promises
Jesus’ message to the church at Philadelphia. . . . Revelation 3:7-13.
“Wake up!” Jesus screams
Jesus’ message to the church at Sardis. . . . Revelation 3:1-6.
“Purify yourselves,” Jesus commands
Jesus’ message to the church at Thyatira. . . . Revelation 2:18-29.
“Stop compromising,” Jesus begs
Jesus’ message to the church at Pergamum. . . . Revelation 2:12-17.
“Keep the faith!” Jesus encourages
Jesus’ message to the church at Smyrna. . . . Revelation 2:8-11.