19/01/2026
DOES THE CHURCH NAME MATTER?
Text: Matthew 16:18; Romans 16:16
Introduction
Many people say, “The name of the church does not matter.”
But if the church belongs to Christ, then what we call it must matter to God.
1. Christ Is the Owner of the Church
Jesus said, “I will build My church” (Matthew 16:18).
The church was:
built by Christ
bought by His blood (Acts 20:28)
👉 What belongs to Christ should carry His name.
2. The Bible Shows the Church’s Name
Romans 16:16 says, “The churches of Christ salute you.”
This is not a denomination name — it is a description of ownership.
The Bible never names the church after:
a man
a doctrine
or a place
It points us back to Christ alone.
3. The Name Honors Christ and Prevents Division
Paul warned against church names that cause division
(1 Corinthians 1:10–13).
He asked, “Was Paul crucified for you?”
Only Christ died for the church — only His name should be worn.
4. The Name Shows Respect for Bible Authority
Colossians 3:17 says everything must be done in the name of the Lord.
Wearing a Bible name shows we want to:
follow Scripture
speak where the Bible speaks
Conclusion
The church name matters because:
Christ built the church
Christ died for the church
Christ owns the church
Therefore, the Bible points us to the church of Christ.
Invitation:
If you want to belong to Christ’s church, you must come to Christ His way.
“Let us be Christians only, and the church of Christ only.”