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▪ True Christians are organized to accomplish a work. (Matthew 24:14; 1 Timothy 2:3, 4) Jesus commanded his followers to preach the Kingdom good news to all nations, a task that would be impossible without an international organization. In fulfilling their commission, true Christians serve “shoulder to shoulder,” or “cooperate in [God’s] service.” (Zephaniah 3:9; Byington) Would a multinational, multilingual, multiracial work be possible without a unified, harmonious organization? The answer is obvious.
▪ True Christians are organized to support and encourage one another. For Christians to carry out Jesus’ command, they must help and support one another. (Matthew 28:19, 20) The Christian congregation provides much-needed Biblical instruction, training, and encouragement for all to keep going and not to give up. Where would one go to be instructed in Jehovah’s ways if there were no organized Christian meetings for instruction and worship?—Hebrews 10:24, 25.
▪ True Christians are organized to serve God in unity. As Jesus’ sheep listen to his voice, they become “one flock” under his leadership. (John 10:16) They are not scattered among independent churches and groups; nor are they divided over doctrinal matters. Rather, they all “speak in agreement.” (1 Corinthians 1:10) To dwell in unity, we need order, and order requires organization. Only a unified brotherhood can have God’s blessing.—Psalm 133:1, 3.
The Bible outlines certain criteria:
1. God’s servants base their teachings on the Bible. (2 Timothy 3:16, 17)
2. Those who practice the true religion worship only Jehovah God and make his name known (Matthew 4:10; Psalm 83:18)
3. God’s people show genuine, unselfish love for one another. (John 13:35)
4. True Christians accept Jesus Christ as God’s means of salvation. (Acts 14:12)
5. True worshipers are no part of the world. (John 18:36) they don't get involved in politics and conflicts such as war.
6. Jesus’ true followers preach that God’s Kingdom is mankind’s only hope. (Matthew 24:14)
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