Is the Cross a Symbol of Christianity

2:31 Why do you suppose that the cross is such a popular symbol like that?

4:17 Are Catholic priests then aware of the history of the origins of the cross, as well as its symbolism?

7:56 When is it that the Catholic Church began to use the cross as a symbol of their faith?

11:42 How did the apostles ever mention the cross of Jesus Christ in the Bible?

16:24 If using the cross or making the sign of the cross, isn’t it the way that we show respect for Jesus’ sacrifice, then if that’s not to be done, if that’s not the way to show our respect and honor to Christ and His sacrifice on the cross, then what is? 

18:00 ‘Carrying a cross,’ doesn’t that mean that we should be lugging around a wooden cross or wearing a cross in some form of jewelry or something like that, then, what did it mean?

18:53 How do we prove that we deny ourselves and truly carry our cross?

19:45 Isn’t it a bit difficult to uphold them [laws] all then in order to be truly carrying our own cross every day?

21:04 Should I wear a physical cross? Can I wear that if I want? Or should I follow the example of Christ and carry our own cross in the true Christian way? 

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Brother Bob Pellien: We see it everywhere, from the attire of rock icons to the accessories of trendsetters. Many are wearing the cross. 

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Today’s topic: “IS THE CROSS A SYMBOL OF CHRISTIANITY?”

Brother Bob Pellien: Yet amidst the glamor and style one fundamental inquiry persists: when people wear the cross, are they authentically paying homage to Christ’s sacrifice? 

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Bob Pellien

San Francisco, California

Minister of the Gospel

Brother Bob Pellien: Is this how Christ wants to be remembered? And what does the symbol of the cross represent? I’m Bob Pellien. We’ll answer this and more right here on the Iglesia Ni Cristo International Edition. 

Brother Bob Pellien: And joining us in today’s program is Brother Marvin Mangune in Los Angeles, California. Welcome Brother Marvin.

Brother Marvin Mangune: Hello, Brother Bob. Thank you for having me today. 

Brother Bob Pellien: Certainly.  Joining us from the land down under, as they call it often, Brother Glenn David in Australia. Brother Glenn, thanks for being with us.

Brother Glenn David: Good day, Brother Bob, Good day, dear viewers. 

Brother Bob Pellien: And we have as well with us from Paris, France, Brother Daniel Pinnock. Brother Daniel, we greet you and welcome you to the program as well. 

Brother Daniel Pinnock: Good to see you, Brother Bob, and hello to all of our viewers. 

Brother Bob Pellien: Brothers, before we just  jump right into this discussion, I just want to say in this discussion it’s not meant to be disrespectful to our Catholic friends in any way. How is the cross being used and thought of in your part of the world? Let’s go to you first in Los Angeles, Brother Marvin. 

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Marvin Mangune

Los Angeles, California

Minister of the Gospel

Brother Marvin Mangune: In this part of the world, sometimes people use the cross for luck. They would say, cross your fingers. Or they would cross their fingers for good luck. Or others that are trying to be sincere or truthful, they would say, cross my heart and hope to die.

Brother Bob Pellien: Yes, I’ve heard that as well. Let’s go there, Brother Glenn. In Australia, what have you seen? 

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Glenn David

Sydney, Australia

Minister of the Gospel

Brother Glenn David: Well, here in Australia, Brother Bob, in every Catholic church you may walk by or even drive by, what is clearly noticeable and distinct are the large crosses on the walls, even on the rooms, the steeples of such identifiable buildings, and even in some Protestant churches, it can be seen. 

Brother Bob Pellien: So, Brother Daniel is there in Paris. Why do you suppose that the cross is such a popular symbol like that? You know, in Europe, it’s everywhere, right, particularly in the Catholic cathedrals and such over there, right? 

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Daniel Pinnock 

Paris, France

Minister of the Gospel

Brother Daniel Pinnock: Very correct Brother Bob. And when it comes to matters of faith, it’s best that we go to the source. So, dear viewers, allow me to read this book. It’s entitled, TheVisible Church. It’s by a Catholic author, John Sullivan. It has a Nihil Obstat of Arthur J. Scanlon and an Imprimatur of Patricia J. Hayes, and it mentions the following on page 121: 

[The Visible Church, p. 121]

The cross is the most important of Catholic emblems. It symbolizes the redemption of mankind and our holy faith, because Jesus Christ, our Redeemer, and our God, died on a cross. It is used in our churches, schools, institutions, altars, vestments, etc, as a symbolic ornament, and when blessed as either a cross or a crucifix, it becomes a great sacramental of our religion. 

Brother Daniel Pinnock: So this Catholic author brings up a couple of very important points when it comes to the cross. He mentions that it truly seems to serve a dual purpose when it comes to Catholics. On one hand, it represents the foundational belief in Christ’s sacrifice. On the other hand, it acts as a popular symbol, consistently reinforcing their core faith and significance of Christ’s act in their daily lives.

Brother Bob Pellien: Brother Daniel, the Catholic church then has a long and rich history, as we all know and understanding the cross for them, it’s also documented in history. With that in mind, let’s go to you Brother Glenn, and ask this, are Catholic priests then aware of the history of the origins of the cross, as well as its symbolism?

Brother Glenn David: Absolutely Brother Bob, they are very well aware of that, as we could read here in a Catholic book entitled Discourses on the Apostles Creed by Catholic author Clement H. Crock. It has a Neil Obstat as well as Arthur J. Scandan imprimatur, Patrick Cardinal Hayes on page 16, it says this here, ‘

[Discourses On The Apostles’ Creed, p. 16]

Before the time of Christ the cross was the symbol of shame, ignorance and dishonor. Like the guillotine, the noose or the electric chair, it was the instrument for the execution of the worst criminals. The cross was branded upon the forehead of criminals as a symbol of disgrace before the whole world. 

Brother Glenn David: So Catholic scholars are well aware of the pre Christian history of the cross, and it’s fascinating to consider how the symbol’s meaning transformed over time, because in many ancient cultures, including the Roman Empire, where Christ was crucified, the cross was indeed a symbol of punishment and shame. It was a brutal method of execution reserved for criminals. And Catholic teachers acknowledge this history. 

Brother Bob Pellien: So as you clearly pointed out there, Brother Glenn, they knew it. They know the history of all of that. 

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Brother Bob Pellien: So, Brother Glenn, some would argue, however, thought that the meaning of the cross was completely transformed. It was changed, and it was changed by the crucifixion. Before Christ, yes, it was a symbol of punishment, but for Catholics, it became a symbol of immense honor and respect, because it represents the sacrifice of Jesus. So the Catholic Church would argue then that they were the first ones who did that. They were the first ones who gave it honor, right? And they would consider that a good thing, Brother Marvin? 

Brother Marvin Mangune: Well, not necessarily, Brother Bob, because the cross was first used by pagan religions, as stated in that Catholic book, which we read earlier, called The Visible Church, written by John Sullivan. But we’ll just read here on page 121: 

[The Visible Church, p. 121]

Among many nations in ancient times, crosses were used for the execution of criminals. But even among pagan nations the cross was held in religious honor. The most ancient form was the swastika, emblematic of the revolutions of the sun and consequently of life. In Egypt and Assyria the cross typified creative power; the Egyptian gods are often represented holding crux ansata, or a cross with a handle, an emblem of the reproductive powers of Nature. And in India, Mexico and Peru, crosses were in use with the same symbolic meaning. 

Brother Marvin Mangune: The Catholic Church is truly aware that the cross really predates Christianity. There is evidence of cross-like symbols or shapes that are appearing in various cultures around the world, and they’re often associated with different kinds of meanings. For example, in ancient Egypt, the ankh, a cross with a loop on the top, symbolized life, which in fact, is being adorned by so many people in the world today as a fashion trend. And in some pre Christian cultures, the cross might have even represented the sun or even the four directions. 

Brother Bob Pellien: Thank  you, Brother Marvin.  So then Brothers, when is it that the Catholic Church began to use the cross as a symbol of their faith?

Brother Daniel Pinnock: I can answer that question, Brother Bob, dear viewers, we can actually read that in this book. It’s entitled New World Translation of the Christian Greek Scriptures. And this is on page 769: 

[New World Translation of the Christian Greek Scriptures, p. 769]

It may be safely asserted that only after the edict of Milan, AD 312, was the cross used as a permanent sign of our redemption… 

Brother Daniel Pinnock: So the cross didn’t become the permanent symbol of Catholicism until 312 AD. And you might be surprised to know, dear viewers, that when it comes to the first Christians, back in the first century church, they did not use the symbol of the cross as a symbol at all.

Brother Bob Pellien: You know, some may argue that, well, Jesus taught the Christians to observe the cross as that’s, in fact, even what is mentioned in the Bible. 

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Brother Bob Pellien: It was quoted in Luke 9:23, others would say, “Take up his cross daily and follow me.” So what do you have to say about that, Brother?

Brother Glenn David: Well, there’s actually some debate about that Brother Bob, because while the cross held significance early on, most scholars believe it wasn’t revered in quite the same way as it is today by Catholics. Because it seems the focus for early Christians was different, and we can read that here in this Catholic book, The Apostles Creed on Page 16, it says this right here: 

[The Apostles Creed, p 16]

With his crucifixion, the cross was to become the symbol of honor, the standard of Christian faith, the symbol of salvation. Like the government, which flies its flag over its capitol, public buildings, ships and ports, so the church now crowns her steeples, her altars and the very tombs of her children, with the emblem of the cross. Catholic people grace their homes with this sacred symbol. These customs date back to the time of the Apostles and the beginning of Christianity. Even a St. Paul could cry out: ‘Far be it from me to glory save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ’ (Gal. vi.,14) 

Brother Glenn David: So the book says, using crosses as a holy symbol, it goes all the way back to the apostles, right around when Christianity started. They even mentioned the apostles, Paul talking about the cross of our Lord, Jesus Christ. But here’s the thing, Brother Bob nowhere in the verse of Luke 9:23, that you mentioned, does it say that we have to put crosses all over our houses, buildings and graves and so forth.

Brother Bob Pellien: That’s correct. You hit the nail on the head, I think there Brother Glenn. Because if the apostles really taught everyone to use crosses everywhere like that, then everyone would probably think that the Catholic way is the only right way, and that it’s what the Bible says, right? But is that really the case? What does the Bible really say about all of this? Dear friends, Stay tuned. Stay with us. We’ll ask that  question and more, right after this short break. Stay with us. 

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Brother Bob Pellien: Welcome back to the Iglesia Ni Cristo International Edition. 

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Today’s topic: “IS THE CROSS A SYMBOL OF CHRISTIANITY?”

Brother Bob Pellien: Today, we’re asking, is the cross a Christian symbol, and is it a sign of a follower of Christ? Let’s go to you, Brother Marvin, how did the apostles ever mention the cross of Jesus Christ in the Bible? Let’s go to the Bible.

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Bob Pellien

San Francisco, California

Minister of the Gospel

Brother Marvin Mangune: Yes, Brother Bob, we can see what Apostle Paul mentions here in Galatians 6 and the verses 14. We’ll read it here. 

But God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world has been crucified to me and I to the world. 

[Galatians 6: 14 New King James Version]

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Marvin Mangune

Los Angeles, California

Minister of the Gospel

Brother Marvin Mangune: The apostles definitely talked about the cross where Christ was crucified, and the Bible mentions it too. But Apostle Paul mentioned the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. In the Bible, where Jesus was crucified for our sins, it doesn’t mean that we should follow the Catholic tradition of using a specific kind of cross or making the sign of the cross the way that they do. 

Brother Bob Pellien: What actually is that Brothers because, you know, here’s the thing, some may say, what’s the harm in it anyway, right? The apostles did teach about the cross of Christ, as you read and which he was crucified. And the Bible does make mention of the cross. So what is, what’s the problem? 

Brother Daniel Pinnock: That’s a good point, Brother Bob. When it comes to the apostles, they definitely spoke about the cross where our Lord Jesus, Christ was crucified. The Bible definitely mentions that cross. But here’s the thing, when it comes to the way that Catholics use the cross, it is not exactly what the apostles meant. 

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Daniel Pinnock 

Paris, France

Minister of the Gospel

Brother Daniel Pinnock: And we can read that here in First Corinthians 1:17 to 18:

For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel, not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of no effect. For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.
[I Corinthians 1:17-18 New King James Version]

Brother Daniel Pinnock: So when it comes to the apostle Paul in this verse, dear friends, he talks about the meaning of the cross like a foolishness to some people. He means that when it comes to some the idea that our Lord Jesus Christ died on the cross for our sins, it seems absurd. Apostle Paul, though, also mentions that for those who believe, to us who are being saved. It is the power of God. And what is the power of God to save? That is the power that leads to salvation. 

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Glenn David

Sydney, Australia

Minister of the Gospel

Brother Glenn David: And the power of God to salvation, which is the cross of Christ, is revealed here in Romans chapter 1, verse 16: 

For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. 

[Romans 1: 16 New King James Version]

Brother Glenn David: So the power of God to salvation is not other than the gospel of Christ. 

Brother Marvin Mangune: And Brother Glenn, what was that gospel of Christ about? Here in First Corinthians 15:1 to 4: 

Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received and in which you stand by which also you are saved, if you hold fast that word which I preach to you–unless you believed in vain. For I delivered to you, first of all, that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and  that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures, 

[I Corinthians 15:1-4 New King James Version]

Brother Marvin Mangune: The Gospel of Christ, or the message of the cross, that was spread far and wide was about our Lord, Jesus Christ dying on the cross for our sins. That’s the message the apostles preached, and the true meaning of the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ in the first century church. It wasn’t about a specific symbol, but about Christ’s sacrifice and God’s love and plan for people to be saved. 

Brother Bob Pellien: That’s why, dear friends here in the Church Of Christ, we don’t use the sign of the cross or treat the cross itself as some kind of a holy object. Why? Because, well, we have learned that throughout history and from Scripture, the cross was originally a symbol for punishment and shame, and in the Catholic Church, it took on a different meaning later on. But always for us, the focus is on the message of the cross, which is Christ’s sacrifice for our sins. 

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Brother Bob Pellien: That’s the true power of the gospel. But Brothers, one may still want to ask, if using the cross or making the sign of the cross, isn’t it the way that we show respect for Jesus’ sacrifice, then if that’s not to be done, if that’s not the way to show our respect and honor to Christ and His sacrifice on the cross, then what is? 

Brother Daniel Pinnock: And on top of that, Brother Bob, we might have some viewers still wondering if they should wear a cross or a crucifix. And we hope, dear viewers, that when it comes to the explanations that you’ve heard, they help clarify that when it comes to the cross, and even for millions of people the way they observe the cross, which is in the Catholic way, there might be a misunderstanding when it comes to that understanding of the cross. For example, Let’s talk about what our Lord Jesus Christ actually said in Luke 14:27, it reads this: 

Those who do not carry their own cross and come after me  cannot be my disciples. 

[Luke 14:27 Good News Translation]

Brother Daniel Pinnock: Here, beloved friends, when our Lord Jesus Christ, in this verse, according to Luke, mentions that whoever wants to follow Him, they have to carry their own cross. Then when it comes to what some people think, that they might have to literally lug around a wooden cross, or perhaps they have to wear one as jewelry, like some Catholics do, especially on their so-called the holy days. This might be the reason why they think of that. 

Brother Bob Pellien: ‘Carrying a cross,’ doesn’t that mean that we should be lugging around a wooden cross or wearing a cross in some form of jewelry or something like that, then, what did it mean?

Brother Glenn David: It was explained by our Lord Jesus, Christ Himself in Luke chapter 9, verse 23 he says this here. 

Then He said to them all, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me. 

[Luke 9: 23 New King James Version]

Brother Glenn David: So “carry your cross” is all about denying yourself. It means being willing to give up things to follow our Lord, Jesus Christ. And how often should we do this? Well, the thing is, following our Lord, Jesus Christ isn’t a one time thing. It’s a daily walk with Him. So carrying your cross might look different each day. 

Brother Bob Pellien: Brothers, how do we prove that we deny ourselves and truly carry our cross?

Brother Glenn David: Well, the Bible talks about this in Galatians chapter 6: 5 and 2, it says here: 

For each one shall bear his own load. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. 

[Galatians 6: 5 and 2 New King James Version]

Brother Glenn David: So to fulfill the law of the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, is to bear our own load, or make the necessary sacrifices to deny ourselves. Through this, we are carrying our own cross as taught by the Holy Bible, and that is how our Lord Jesus Christ and His apostles expect us to carry our own cross. 

Brother Bob Pellien: But you know, Brothers, there’s a lot of laws and a lot of teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ. Isn’t it a bit difficult to uphold them all then in order to be truly carrying our own cross every day?

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Brother Marvin Mangune: You’re right, Brother Bob, there really are a lot of teachings in the Bible, and it could feel overwhelming sometimes, but it can be done. You know how and why? We could read this here in First John 5, and the verses 3:

For our love for God means that we obey his commands. And his commands are not too hard for us. 

[I  John 5:3 Good News Translation]

Brother Marvin Mangune: When you truly love someone, following their wishes, it doesn’t feel like a burden, even if it takes effort. You know, the same goes for loving our Almighty God. The more that we love God, the more inspired we are to follow His teachings. It becomes less about rules and more about wanting to live a life that pleases Him because of that love for our Almighty God. So with a deep love for God and our Lord Jesus Christ, and the willingness to deny ourselves we really can follow the teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ. It’s not about carrying a physical cross or wearing jewelry in the shape of a cross, but it’s about renewing our life that reflects our love and our commitment to our Lord God and our Lord Jesus Christ. 

Brother Bob Pellien: So then, if you are still asking, should I wear a physical cross? Can I wear that if I want? Or should I follow the example of Christ and carry our own cross in the true Christian way? What’s the answer to that, Brother Daniel. 

Brother Daniel Pinnock: Brother Bob, dear viewers, when it comes to the answer to that, it shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone. It’s not a secret. We should choose to follow the greatest example, our Savior Himself, the Lord Jesus Christ. And we can read an example of that here in Matthew 26: 39: 

He went a little farther and fell on His face, and prayed, saying, “O, My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as You will. 

[Matthew 26: 39 New King James Version]

Brother Daniel Pinnock: Dear viewers, when it comes to the perfect example, it really is our Lord, Jesus Christ Himself. He showed throughout his life, what it means to love the Lord God. He denied himself and he carried his cross, if you can imagine dear friends He faced temptation, rejection, and even when it comes to death. But he never wavered in his faith or in his love for God and His Church. Even to the point of shedding His blood on the cross. 

Brother Bob Pellien: So Brothers, dear friends, we conclude with another very important question which we pose now, which is concerning the cross that Jesus died on, therefore and shed his blood upon. ‘

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Brother Bob Pellien: He did all of that for whom? Who benefits from that sacrifice of the cross? We’d like to read one more Bible verse Acts 20:28, in the Lamba rendition of the Bible: 

Take heed, therefore to yourselves and to all the flock, over which the Holy Spirit has appointed you overseers, to feed the church of Christ which he has purchased with His blood. 

[Acts 20:28 George M. Lamsa Translation]

Brother Bob Pellien: So that is why, dear friends, the church is what Jesus shed his blood on that cross for. Which is why we invite you to join us here inside the Church Of Christ. We don’t wear the crosses and the crucifixes around our necks with the medallions. We don’t put them in their chapels and places of worship. We don’t wear the jewelry and the shape of crosses. Instead, we follow the true cross of Christ. Live and worship the Lord His way. We’ll show you one last video clip, a video which shows a worship service and the House of Worship wherein we conduct our worship to God inside the Iglesia Ni Cristo. You won’t see any crucifixes, crosses, statues and images, and you will see the Bible’s basis for that. Take a look.

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VO: You finally did it. You made plans to attend a worship service in the Iglesia Ni Cristo, Church Of Christ. Maybe you’ve been invited many times. Or maybe you’ve been searching for a Church near you and an Iglesia Ni Cristo congregation popped up. Or perhaps you’ve seen people walking out of the building looking happy and fulfilled so you wonder to yourself, “I want what they’re experiencing.” With everything going on in our communities; everyone could use a little bit more upliftment and inspiration these days. We totally get that. But now you’re a bit nervous about this experience and are wondering what to expect when you walk inside. Well, let’s help you with that. When you walk into a worship service in the Church Of Christ, maybe one of the first things you’ll notice is the peace and  solemnity of the gathering. You’ll first step foot in the foyer where you’ll be greeted by a deacon or a deaconess who will happily show you where the sanctuary is, and answer any questions you may have about the service. Let them know it’s your first time. They’ll be excited to help you. After the foyer, they’ll guide you to the main sanctuary where the seating is arranged with two sides– the male and the female sections. Most people are surprised by this. But this is done to maintain the solemnity and orderliness of the worship services. This is based on the Bible’s instruction written in First Corinthians 14:40: 

Everything must be done in a proper and orderly way. 

[I Corinthians 14:40 Good News Translation]

VO: Deacons and deaconesses will then help usher you to your seat. Now, you may not have had a chance yet to look up, but when you do, you’ll notice that the Sanctuary has a very simple layout. There’s a podium and behind the podium is where the choir sits. There are no crosses or graven images, because in the Church Of Christ we follow strictly what the Bible says–

You shall have no other gods before Me. You shall not make for yourself a carved image– any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth; you shall not bow down to them nor serve them. For I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children to the third and fourth generations of those who hate Me. 

[Exodus 20:3-5 New King James Version]

VO: So in every worship building in the Church Of Christ, all you will find is simple moldings complementing the simplicity and solemnity of the occasion. Now, you may also have noticed that we’ve said solemnity a few times. There’s a reason for that. The Bible teaches us that worship services are very sacred occasions because of Who is present. Solemnity is observed because it’s a command of God, after all. 

The Lord is in his holy Temple; let everyone on earth be silent in his presence. 

[Habakkuk 2:20 Good News Translation]

VO: So while there is hymn singing, there isn’t clapping or yelling involved. It’s the opportunity to pray to God, but also the chance to hear his teachings. So every detail is aimed to ensure we can give God our complete attention. In fact, every worship service in the Church Of Christ, wherever you are in the world, follows the same simple format: arrival and personal prayer, hymn singing, opening congregational prayer, preaching of a Bible Lesson, closing congregational prayer, and benediction. So wherever you are in the world you never have to worry about what happens next or even surprises. This is your time to focus solely on hearing God’s words and offering true and meaningful worship to God. Well, that about covers it for now. You may still have some questions, or you may still be a little nervous. If that’s the case, just email us and we’ll walk through your questions and help you get ready for your first worship service in the Church Of Christ.  We’re looking forward to meeting you soon. 

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Brother Bob Pellien: We’d like to thank Brother Daniel Pinnock there in Paris, France, as well Brother Marvin Mangune there in Los Angeles and Brother Glenn David there in Australia. Brothers, thank you. Thank you for giving to us Bible-based answers, so that, as the Apostle Peter said to the members of the Church, quote, 

Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give

the reason for the hope that you have. 

[I Peter 3:15 New International Version]

Brother Bob Pellien: Well, that does it for us here on the Iglesia Ni Cristo International Edition. We hope that you’ll join us again next time. I’m Bob Pellien, and thanks for watching.

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