I. A strong church is a converted church

A. Priorities (Matthew 6:33)
B. Conviction (1 Peter 3:15)
C. Love (1 John 5:3)

II. A strong church is a working church

A. Every Christian must bear fruit and win souls (James 1:22)
B. Prevents worldliness (1 John 2:15-17)
C. Prevents error (Matthew 7:21-23)

III. A strong church is a praying church

A. We should communicate with God often (Hebrews 4:16)
B. Every faithful Christian’s prayer is powerful (James 5:16)

IV. A strong church is a united church

A. Christ prayed for unity (John 17:20-21)
B. Paul preached unity (1 Corinthians 1:10)