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The Local Church: God's Plan and Purpose for Biblical Ministry

Craig N. Johnson

Preface to The Local Church

Introduction: What is the Church?

Chapter 1: Why Is a Committment to the Local Church So Important? (Part One)

This booklet is the first in the series, 'Divine Directives for Christ Community Church.' It aims to introduce you to the local church by answering basic questions such as,'What is the church?' 'Why is the local church so important?' 'What is the purpose of the local church?' and 'What are we supposed to be doing as members of the local church?' $1.50

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