"His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, according to his eternal purpose which he accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Ephesians 3:10-11) This morning we begin a seven lesson series we call, “7 Things to Know about the Church!” Our first message focuses on the role of the church in God’s eternal purpose. Some religious groups teach that the church is simply a "stop gap measure" by God until He can bring in the Kingdom at Christ’s second coming. Many groups and individuals seem to believe the church should be whatever they want it to be – in organization, worship, practice, finances, and purpose.  Paul’s statement in Ephesians 3 (above) says that "through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known." The church reflects God’s planning, wisdom and purpose! It is not an afterthought or temporary measure. Click the blue button to hear our message.