The DNA of a Gospel Church

I. A CHRIST-CENTERED CHURCH (Vv. 3-5)

(a.) They were a believing church

(b.) They were a loving church

(c.) They were a hope-filled church

(d.) They were a heeding church

II. A FRUIT-BEARING CHURCH (V. 6)

(a.) They loved the Word of God

(b.) They obeyed the Word of God

(c.) The Gospel of grace is powerful

III. A DISCIPLED CHURCH (Vv. 7-8)

(a.) Were zealous to learn

(b.) Were led by a local church pastor