Church Membership

Jonathan Leeman Addresses the Commonly Asked Question, "Why Should I Join a Church?"

In a time when many are shunning the practice of organized religion, Jonathan Leeman offers a short book on why church membership is a critical element in every healthy Christian's maturation. By offering a brief, straightforward explanation of what church membership is and why it's important, Leeman gives the local church its proper due and builds a case for committing to the local body. Church Membership is a useful tool for churches to distribute en masse to new and potential members of their congregation.

Practical: Short guide with applicable biblical advice for Christians A Great Resource for Congregations: Helps listeners understand why becoming a member of a church is important Part of the 9 Marks Building Healthy Churches Series

1. Opening Credits | Dedication
2. Series Preface
3. Foreword by Michael Horton
4. Introduction: A Bigger Deal Than We Realize
5. Chapter 1: We've Been Approaching It All Wrong
6. Chapter 2: Membership Sightings in the New Testament
7. Chapter 3: What Is a Church? What Is a Church Member?
8. Chapter 4: What Are a Church and Its Members Like?
9. Chapter 5: "What Are the "Standards" of Membership?"
10. Chapter 6: How Does a Christian Submit to a Church?
11. Chapter 7: What Happens When Members Don't Represent Jesus?
12. Chapter 8: Must Membership Look the Same Everywhere?
13. Conclusion: How Church Membership Defines Love
14. Closing Credits