The Elect

[Bowas]

Originally Posted by Aquila

I believe the elect are those chosen of God from among both the Jews and Gentiles.

The Church.

[Aquila]

Originally Posted by Bowas

The Church.

I can see why one would say the church. However, I think that there are many in the church who are not the Elect. For example, take a snap shot of a given church. In 10 years many will have gone out from among us and ceased to serve Christ. Therefore, I contend that just because one is a member of the church, it doesn't mean that they are part of the Elect of God. The Elect are those who's names are ultimately found in the book of life.

[Bowas]

Originally Posted by Aquila

I can see why one would say the church. However, I think that there are many in the church who are not the Elect. For example, take a snap shot of a given church. In 10 years many will have gone out from among us and ceased to serve Christ. Therefore, I contend that just because one is a member of the church, it doesn't mean that they are part of the Elect of God. The Elect are those who's names are ultimately found in the book of life.

As I know you are aware of, just because a person may attend a gathering in a building that is commonly called the Church, does not mean they are IN the Church.
Or another way of putting it, Just because one goes to church does not mean they are in the church.

[Aquila]

Originally Posted by Bowas

As I know you are aware of, just because a person may attend a gathering in a building that is commonly called the Church, does not mean they are IN the Church.
Or another way of putting it, Just because one goes to church does not mean they are in the church.

Just wanted to be more specific.