theology
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The New Testament paints a clear picture of the church as both large gatherings and smaller communities meeting in homes. A Church of House Churches emphasizes this biblical rhythm: worship, prayer, and teaching in the wider assembly, paired with deep discipleship and care within house churches. This model decentralizes leadership, spreads responsibility, and creates space for every believer to participate. Instead of church being defined by a building or event, it becomes a network of connected families living out the mission of Jesus together. This is not a new trend—it is a return to the original, biblical design.
for clearity
The first and most important reason for house churches is that this is the way Jesus and His apostles designed the church. The early Christians gathered in temple courts and homes (Acts 2:42–47), creating a structure that was reproducible across cultures and times. Paul instructed leaders like Titus to appoint elders in every town, ensuring each believer had pastoral care without depending on a central figure. This was the “ecclesiological DNA” of the church—Scripture’s blueprint for how God intended His people to gather. House churches honor this biblical foundation by following the patterns described in the New Testament.
for mission
Reading the Bible through the lens of biblical theology broadens our understanding of the Gospel. Salvation is not only forgiveness of sins; it is God reclaiming the nations, overthrowing false gods, and restoring His reign “on earth as in heaven.” Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection confront both human sin and the spiritual powers behind it. This means our mission is bigger than personal faith—it’s joining Christ in His victory. Every act of discipleship, prayer, and love participates in God’s cosmic plan to restore creation under His rule, giving eternal significance to our daily lives and mission as His people.
Biblical theology isn’t just an idea to study—it’s a way of seeing God’s story together in community. When we read the Bible from left to right, we discover how each part fits into the whole, making sense of difficult passages and showing us how deeply relevant Scripture is today. This isn’t something to work out alone. In community, questions become conversations, insights are shared, and the story of God’s reign and redemption comes alive. Together, we learn that the Bible isn’t only about the past—it’s the living story we’re invited to enter, embody, and carry into our world.
theology
N O R F O L K, V A
The New Testament paints a clear picture of the church as both large gatherings and smaller communities meeting in homes. A Church of House Churches emphasizes this biblical rhythm: worship, prayer, and teaching in the wider assembly, paired with deep discipleship and care within house churches. This model decentralizes leadership, spreads responsibility, and creates space for every believer to participate. Instead of church being defined by a building or event, it becomes a network of connected families living out the mission of Jesus together. This is not a new trend—it is a return to the original, biblical design.
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for clearity
The first and most important reason for house churches is that this is the way Jesus and His apostles designed the church. The early Christians gathered in temple courts and homes (Acts 2:42–47), creating a structure that was reproducible across cultures and times. Paul instructed leaders like Titus to appoint elders in every town, ensuring each believer had pastoral care without depending on a central figure. This was the “ecclesiological DNA” of the church—Scripture’s blueprint for how God intended His people to gather. House churches honor this biblical foundation by following the patterns described in the New Testament.
for mission
Reading the Bible through the lens of biblical theology broadens our understanding of the Gospel. Salvation is not only forgiveness of sins; it is God reclaiming the nations, overthrowing false gods, and restoring His reign “on earth as in heaven.” Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection confront both human sin and the spiritual powers behind it. This means our mission is bigger than personal faith—it’s joining Christ in His victory. Every act of discipleship, prayer, and love participates in God’s cosmic plan to restore creation under His rule, giving eternal significance to our daily lives and mission as His people.
Biblical theology isn’t just an idea to study—it’s a way of seeing God’s story together in community. When we read the Bible from left to right, we discover how each part fits into the whole, making sense of difficult passages and showing us how deeply relevant Scripture is today. This isn’t something to work out alone. In community, questions become conversations, insights are shared, and the story of God’s reign and redemption comes alive. Together, we learn that the Bible isn’t only about the past—it’s the living story we’re invited to enter, embody, and carry into our world.