“So let us concentrate on things which make for harmony, and on the growth of our fellowship together.”Romans 14:19; Ephesians 4:3
“Have a sincere love for other believers; love one another earnestly with all your heart.” 1 Peter 1:22
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs.” Ephesians 4:29
“Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men who must give an account. Obey them so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be no advantage to you.” Hebrews 13:17
“To the church... we always thank God for you and pray for you constantly.” 1 Thessalonians 1:1-2 LB
“The Master said to the servant, ‘Go out to the roads and country lanes, and urge the people there to come so my house will be full.” Luke 14:23 NC
“So, warmly welcome each other into the church, just as Christ has warmly welcomed you; then God will be glorified.” Romans 15:7 LB
“Serve one another with the particular gifts God has given each of you.” 1 Peter 4:10
“(God) gave... some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.” Ephesians 4:11-12
“Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus: Who... (took on) the very nature of a servant.” Philippians 2:3-4, 7
“Let us not give up meeting together... but let us encourage one another.” Hebrews 10:25
“Whatever happens, make sure that your everyday life is worthy of the gospel of Christ.” Philippians 1:27; 1 Thessalonians 4:1-5
“Each one of you, on the first day of each week, should set aside a specific sum of money in proportion to what you have earned and use it for the offering.” 1 Corinthians 16:2 LB