Five Characteristics of a Strong Church

What makes a church strong beyond its building, attendance, or activity? In Five Characteristics of a Strong Church, Evangelist W.T. Elliott calls the congregation back to the spiritual foundations of Apostolic life.

He identifies five characteristics: doctrine, prayer, worship, holiness, and evangelism. In this recording, he develops the first three, beginning with the gospel, repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the Holy Ghost. He then urges believers to protect a regular time of personal prayer rather than allowing daily demands to crowd out fellowship with God.

The message moves into sincere worship, drawing on Scripture and memories of congregational life. Elijah's repaired altar becomes an appeal to renew personal devotion, while Elliott's ministry experiences illustrate his conviction that ordinary church services should leave room for God's work.

This original service recording includes personal illustrations, worship, and closing remarks. Full message MP3 download.