It is staggering to see how many organizations teach that their specific denomination is the “only” or “right” church, implying that anyone who does not attend their services is not saved. What is even more amazing is that Jesus and the Apostles warned us of this in the Scriptures, yet people fail to heed those warnings. This happens because many are unable—or have not been taught—to read the Scriptures for themselves to understand that the modern “Church concept” did not come from God.
It was man who instituted the Church/Temple-based faith that is so prevalent today. Jesus declared that the Kingdom of God is at hand. He stated that He would build His assembly (Ekklesia). Somehow, the word Ekklesia was translated to “Church,” and the entire meaning was shifted to something that causes confusion, division, separation, jealousy, envy, hatred, and manipulation to this very day.
God is not interested in building human nations or religions. God established His Kingdom on earth through His Son, Jesus Christ, and His desire is for everyone to enter that Kingdom through Him. No religion or church membership is required for entrance into the Kingdom of God.
