What should Christians look for in a local church?
“Traditionally, Reformed theology has taught that there are three marks of a gospel church: (1) the true preaching of the Word; (2) the right administration of the sacraments; and (3) the exercise of church discipline. These are all essential. But another way of getting at this is to ask this question: Is every aspect of church life—preaching, teaching, worship, sacraments, leadership—governed and guided by God’s Word? Jesus Christ rules His church through His Word, and how a church handles and obeys God’s Word—especially in teaching and worship—displays in a very real way how it views the authority of Jesus Christ. Examine these things carefully.”
Tabletalk Magazine, Equipping Churchmen: An Interview with Jonathan L. Master