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Born Again and Brought In: Who Truly Belongs to the Church of Christ?

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The two documents explore the biblical, theological, and historical foundations of church membership, arguing that true belonging in the local church is defined by divine grace rather than human initiation or social preference. In "Born Again and Brought In," the author uses Ephesians 2:11-22 to argue that while a church's public gatherings should be open to all visitors, formal membership is a covenantal commitment reserved for those whom Christ has brought near through His atoning blood. This perspective…

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