The church is not the kingdom of God. Though not entirely separate, the church and the kingdom of God are not the same, and must not be confused. Since Jesus is Lord of both, believers (members of the church) do belong to the kingdom.
Trust in the LORD with all your heart And do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He...
Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.
And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherdsa]">[ and teachers to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building...
