An introduction to Ecclesiology (the study of the Church) as part of Systematic Theology.
How do the local and universal church compare?
Word pictures are used within Scripture to describe the universal church.
The Church is betrothed to Christ as His bride-to-be.
The Church is a temple indwelt by the Spirit of God.
The Church is the pillar and ground of the truth.
Jesus is the vine and believers are the branches which must remain joined to the vine.
Did the church begin with Adam or Abraham as some teach? Just when, historically, did the church - the body of Christ - begin?
There are numerous differences between Israel and the Church which must be kept distinct to properly understand the Bible.
God made unconditional promises to Israel that will be fulfilled after the Church Age.
Israel's kingdom program is on hold during the mystery age of the Church.
