I Love the Church

Many people love to criticize the church (meaning churches in general). Many books' and blogs' entire premises are based upon that effort. Now, I am very convinced there is plenty of things to improve in the American Church but I still believe that the church is a great place. I love the church because:
-- It is God’s chosen source to preach Jesus Christ, who is the salvation of the World.
-- God is building His church and the gates of hell cannot prevail against it.
-- Much of the church is becoming more missional minded.
-- It is still the most effective way of making disciples for Christ.
-- It is the best way to carry out the “one another” aspects of ministry from the Bible.
-- The church ministering in Christ's name really does make a difference in this world.
There are a lot of great ministries and para-church groups in this world but as Craig Groeschel says, “nothing replaces the power of what God wants to do through the local church.”

“And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.” (Matthew 16:18)