Definition of Church The general definition of the church as many would say is a holy place set aside for the purpose of worship. Others would define a church as a formal and organized body of believers with the same faith and holding similar rites while conceding the identical ecclesiastical influence. However, according to the New Testament the world church refers to the believers who are called out and who show total dedication to the lord[1]. Some words in the New and Old Testaments also refer to the church as a holy temple, synagogue or a sacred building where people gather for purpose of worship. Since worshipers are joined with Christ through baptism, the Bible defines the church as œBody of Christ which is perceived to form the bodily symbol of Christ on world[2]. Church Members The determination of church members is made possible through the authority principle which is usually integrated in Christ’s body. Church members are believed to be components of the Christ and are symbolically referred to as the true vine[3]. Members are termed as the branches of a vine which never break off from the main tree. Christ is the true vine while his followers are branches which should always remain steadfast in faith. However there are a number of conditions that makes one a complete member of the church. These conditions include, accepting and confessing Christ though faith, going through the sacrament of baptism in order to be in a position to acknowledge the revelation of God’s son[4]. One can only be called a child of God by confessing his/her faith[5] .A church member should under no circumstance disregard church authority. This provides that those who are not in line with jurisdiction recognized by the son of God are no longer associated with his kingdom. Additionally, church members should respect the canonical rights which join them to the church and any member who breaks the rules should be excommunicated[6]. Church Organization The early church is believed to have been organized by the apostles of Jesus. In today’s church, the organization of the church has been the responsibility of the authorities governing the church in collaboration with the church members. However much of the organization is believed to have been there since dismiss of the apostles. The apostles established the current Christians communities in most churches, a few Protestants and catholic believe so. However there has been mixed reactions by a large number of Protestants on chain of command believed to have been set by the apostles. Organization of the church is clearly stipulated in the New Testament but little mention of church organization is mentioned in the Old Testament. The epistles of Saint Paul to the Corinthians and Galatians highlight the importance of local rulers. Conversely the missive fails to highlight the importance of bishops as well as the sighting of church offices[7] .In his writings Saint Paul mentions charismata list which includes the apostles, prophets as well as doctors who were believed to be personalities with clear mission of bringing people closer to God. According to Saint Paul, apostles were designated the work of preaching in order to win more souls to the lord. On the other hand the prophets were members of the church who were usually under the influence of the Holy Spirit. These people would speak of happenings and issues with clear intention of making people to know and fear God. The Inspiration of the prophets by the holy spirits differed with the charisma of teachers. The doctors or the teachers mentioned by Saint Paul in his letters to fellow Christians had received a gift of wisdom and intelligence which helped them in revealing truth and power. However they were a clear connection of the prophets and doctors or teachers. In Acts 15 bishops and deacons are described as men who are humble, truthful and should not be despised as they are praiseworthy persons just like the teachers and prophets. It is therefore evident that, church organization is acknowledged in both the New and the Old Testaments. Church Visibility The church is always public and noticeable for all followers and the general public in the society. It should be identifiable with other bodies associated with church of Christ. The church should never be a private entity and should not engage in surreptitious ties[8]. Additionally, the church should be a true divine society of Christ and should clearly put forward a Godly cause. By assuming a divine cause, the possibility of spiritual sightlessness or assumptions which might lead to the downfall of the church and its followers is eliminated. The visibility of the church gives an indication that God exists and that he is real with powerful control over everything around us[9]. A church manifestation helps human beings in striving to secure salvation while converting non believers who are usually attracted to God through the church. Christians are usually united by a common faith, obedience and involvement in church worship. It is evident that this unity is triggered by visibility of the church whether formal or material. Church as Universal Christ’s church surpasses all public differences which inhibits co-existence of human beings. The apostolic church never discriminated among Jews and gentiles[10]. All personalities were invited and welcomed to the church despite their roots and origin [11].All races are free to join God’s Kingdom by forming brotherhood ties. Faith boundaries should never be set since this will cause divisions in the church. The church evidently sanctifies nationality spirit which encourages brotherhood. Conclusion The church is a perfect society that all people should embrace and dwell in. The common goal of the church is to create brotherhood among members of the society. In addition, the church provides an encounter with God and plays as a catalyst to salvation of souls. The church enhances civilization and ethical gifts among the believers. It is therefore evident that the church is a society that is perfect for all since it is a permanent welfare. 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