Can Christians ever get on the same page?
A fresh, encouraging view of the body of Christ
on August 9, 2017
Format: Paperback
If you want bold ideas based on solid, biblical theology, you need to read ONE! The author has a high regard for Scripture and the book is full of Bible quotes.
The theme of the book is that believers need to come together as one. However, the author, Henry Hon, doesn’t see that oneness as built on organizational unity but on believers learning to faithfully, follow and obey the risen Jesus, both as individuals, and also in meetings of the body of Christ.
Henry Hon begins by explaining that the Greek New Testament concept of “ekklesia” isn’t the same thing that we call “church.” He says that ekklesia “consists of all believers having equal opportunities to speak.” Hon also says, “Every believer is called to teach . . . otherwise they will remain a babe and never mature. Sharing what the believer has learned should begin as soon as a person comes to know the Lord.”
Here’s another bold statement from Hon: “The body of Christ cannot be built when the majority of the believers are dormant and not exercising their gifts.” He says: “Believers should not wait for anyone to lead them; the Spirit is leading and speaking; and they should simply follow Him.” Henry believes that the body of Christ can best function as the New Testament ekklesia by meeting in homes and by allowing every member present to hear and obey the Lord during the meeting.
Get the book here. Also check out the ONE Body Life web site that features the book.
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