As a church, we are the body of Christ. We should always remember that the purpose of our gathering is to proclaim His name, not to gossip or engage in any business. As a body, we should also protect each other by watching out for those who cause divisions and issues among the people.

1 Corinthians 11:17-21 ESV
But in the following instructions I do not commend you, because when you come together it is not for the better but for the worse. 18 For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that there are divisions among you. And I believe it in part, 19 for there must be factions among you in order that those who are genuine among you may be recognized. 20 When you come together, it is not the Lord’s supper that you eat. 21 For in eating, each one goes ahead with his own meal. One goes hungry, another gets drunk.

1 Corinthians 11:17-18 ESV
But in the following instructions I do not commend you, because when you come together it is not for the better but for the worse. 18 For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that there are divisions among you. And I believe it in part,

1 Corinthians 11:33-34 ESV
So then, my brothers, when you come together to eat, wait for one another—34 if anyone is hungry, let him eat at home—so that when you come together it will not be for judgment. About the other things I will give directions when I come.

1 Corinthians 14:23 ESV
If, therefore, the whole church comes together and all speak in tongues, and outsiders or unbelievers enter, will they not say that you are out of your minds?

1 Corinthians 14:26 ESV
What then, brothers? When you come together, each one has a hymn, a lesson, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. Let all things be done for building up.

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The Cathedral of Praise (COP), a church committed to Jesus Christ and His Word, gathers for worship service every Friday at 7:00 PM, Saturday at 6:00 PM, and Sunday at 7:30 AM, 10:00 AM, and 3:00 PM, headed by Undershepherds Pastor David E. Sumrall and Pastor Beverley Sumrall.

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