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The Church
The church is not made up of people who believe they are better than others, but rather people who realize holiness is important to God. They continually strive to do better always.
The church is not made up of people who never make mistakes. They acknowledge their mistakes, never seeking to justify or excuse their sin. The do not desire to repeat their sins over and over again.
The church is not trying to withdraw from everyone, but rather trying to draw everyone into its fellowship and love by calling people to repent and walk in the light of God.
The church is not trying to set up random rules to hinder anyone, but rather showing the rule of Christ which leads to peace and oneness with God.
The church is not trying to take the joy out of living, but rather experiencing real joy through a relationship with Christ.
The church is not trying to separate you from your money, but rather trying to keep your money from separating you from God.
The church is not trying to become master of your life, but rather trying to get you to master yourself.
The church will exhort you to come away from the pleasures of life, but it is so you will establish God as THE priority of your life.