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A Biblically Ordered Church

A Biblically Ordered Church1 jul50 min

<p>What does it truly mean for a church to be <em>healthy</em>?</p><p>In this sermon, Pastor Jacob Robinson walks through Titus 1–2 to uncover a biblical vision for the local church—one that goes far beyond numbers, programs, or reputation. A healthy church is not defined by cultural standards or labels, but by God’s Word.</p><p>He explores three essential marks of a healthy church:</p><ul><li><strong>Led Strongly</strong> by qualified, godly elders who are above reproach and anchored in sound doctrine</li><li><strong>Operating Cooperatively</strong> as a body where every member—young and old—lives holy in everyday life</li><li><strong>Hoping Joyously</strong> in the grace of God revealed in Christ, not in people, performance, or programs</li></ul><p>This episode is a call to examine not just how we define a healthy church—but whether we truly <em>believe</em> Christ is worthy of one.</p><p>Because in the end, a healthy church is not man-made. It is produced by the gospel, sustained by grace, and centered entirely on Christ.</p><p><strong>Christ is King. And Christ is worthy of a healthy church.</strong></p>