The church of Christ is the only church one must be in to be saved.

My opponent states other churches worship the same as the churches of Christ does, I ask him to name just "one" other church that does. There is not one church on this planet today that worships like the churches mentioned in the bible, as they're all the same church, they were simply expressed in the bible this way. An example would be like when he was talking about the church in Ephesus, that church wasn't Ephesus, that was the location of the church, the church being spoken of, is the church of Christ. 1 Corinthians1:10, 10Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. Romans 16:16King James Version (KJV) 16 Salute one another with an holy kiss. The churches of Christ salute you. Here's a list of the churches in the bible, as you can see throughout scripture that all of these are the churches of Christ, as they all worship the exactly the same way. a. Church of God b. The Way c. The seven churches in Asia The Seven Churches: Eras? The Seven Churches: Ephesus The Seven Churches: Smyrna The Seven Churches: Pergamos The Seven Churches: Thyatira The Seven Churches: Sardis The Seven Churches: Philadelphia The Seven Churches: Laodicea ================================================================================================== Shifting the Burden of Proof fallacy is a valid technique, or else why would we be debating. If I didn't shift the burden of proof, I would only be making a statement for one just to read and not respond to, so no debate needed. My opponent says he doesn't have to prove that the churches of Christ are not the one true church, then I ask, why are you debating me? My opponent states that the information I gave with scripture doesn't prove that it refers to the churches of Christ, then I ask my opponent what church does it apply to, as there's only one church, as he stated and I agree, which proves there's only one way to worship God, that's why Jesus said he would build " my church "It is quite obvious that Matthew 16;18 refers to one church, , as this would make no sense otherwise. 3. Ephesians 4:5-6King James Version (KJV) 5 One Lord, one faith, one baptism, God has given us exactly how we are to worship him and how to set up the church, and the entire New Testament shows one way, unless my opponent can prove this false. The New Testament has elders, deacons, teachers and ministers, no Pope, no Cardinals, etc. a. Acts 20:28-31 b. 1 Tim. 3:5: c. 1 Tim. 5:17; 1 Th. 5:12: d. Tit. 1:7: e. Heb. 13:17: f. 1 Pet. 5:2-3: Luke 6:40 1 Peter 2:21-22 "For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth." (KJV) King James Bible And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. Matthew 28;20 KJV, 20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen. 1 Timothy 6:3 - If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, [even] the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness; Revelation 13:1-18 - And I stood upon the sand of the sea, and saw a beast rise up out of the sea, having seven heads and ten horns, and upon his horns ten crowns, and upon his heads the name of blasphemy. (Read More...) 1 John 4:1-3 - Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world. (Read More...) 1 Timothy 1:3 - As I besought thee to abide still at Ephesus, when I went into Macedonia, that thou mightest charge some that they teach no other doctrine, 1 Corinthians 14:33 - For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. 2 Timothy 4:3-4 - For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; (Read More...) Galatians 1:6-10 - I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: (Read More...) ================================================================================================== My opponent states instruments were allowed in the Old Testament, but he seems to forget this is the new Testament era, and Jesus has authorized singing only as I have proven with scripture in the above argument. The verse states sing and make melody with your heart, the instrument being used is your "heart" , Ephesians 5:19King James Version (KJV) 19 Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; God wanted no instruments to have the congregation praising him in spirit and in truth. Instruments are man made and have no way to edify or educate one, thus the reason for singing only, as words have meaning. God only wants what he created worshipping him ,not what man made. My opponent says it doesn't tell how one is to be baptized, I submit proof beyond any doubt that the way one is to be baptized is by immersion, which represents the death, burial and resurrection as one can see in these verses below. . 1 Peter 3:21 - The like figure whereunto [even] baptism doth also now save us (not the putting away of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God,) by the resurrection of Jesus Christ: Romans 6:4 - Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. Colossians 2:12-13 - Buried with him in baptism, wherein also ye are risen with [him] through the faith of the operation of God, who hath raised him from the dead. (Read More...) Ephesians 4:5 - One Lord, one faith, one baptism, Acts 2:41 - Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added [unto them] about three thousand souls. Romans 6:3-4 - Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? (Read More...) Galatians 3:27 - For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ. Matthew 3:16 - And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him: Acts 8:38 - And he commanded the chariot to stand still: and they went down both into the water, both Philip and the eunuch; and he baptized him. Colossians 2:12 - Buried with him in baptism, wherein also ye are risen with [him] through the faith of the operation of God, who hath raised him from the dead. Romans 6:3 - Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? =================================================================================================== After the passing of the apostles there was an apostasy -- a falling away from the faith (Acts 20:29,30; I Timothy 4:1-4; II Timothy 4:1-4), which ultimately came to be known as the Catholic Church, with doctrines and practices not authorized by Christ and his apostles. In 606 A.D. Boniface III, Bishop of Rome, became the first "universal Bishop", later known as the Pope. In the Eleventh Century the Catholic Church divided into two groups, Roman and Greek, with the Roman Catholic becoming the greater of the two. Also I have provided additional proof via this site in which I have provided which explains in detail on when the Catholic church was established, https://youtu.be....... 3b. This site that I have provided will in detail explain when and why the Catholic church started and that they do not abide by the New Testament pattern, http://www.lavistachurchofchrist.org....... =================================================================================================== In summary, Christians must learn from the New Testament, the law of Christ for all people today, how God wants to be worshipped today. The acts of worship required by God are plainly set forth in the New Testament. The Lord"s Supper The Lord"s supper or communion (1 Corinthians 10:16) consists of two things: (1) unleavened bread (without yeast) and (2) the fruit of the vine (grape juice). The purpose of the Lord"s Supper is to bring to our remembrance the sacrifice of the body and blood of Jesus on the cross for our sins (Matthew 26:26-29). We must be very careful when we partake of the communion that we discern the blood and body of Jesus so that we partake in a worthy manner (1 Corinthians 11:23-30). Christians are to eat the the Lord"s Supper every first day of every week (Acts 20:7). Prayer Prayers offered to God are to be a part of our public worship as well as our private daily devotions. There are many examples and precepts concerning prayer in the New Testament (1 Timothy 2:1-2, 8; Philippians 4:6, etc.). In our prayers to God we give thanks and praise His name. In our prayers we can pray for our needs and for the needs of others. Jesus gave us a "model" prayer in Matthew 6:5-15. He did not intend for us simply to repeat this prayer by rote, but gave it as an example by which we could pattern our own prayers. Jesus Christ is our mediator and high priest. Therefore, our prayers must be addressed to God in the name of Jesus (John 16:23; 1 Timothy 2:5; Hebrews 4:14-16; 1 John 2:1-2). Preaching and Teaching God's Word. God has commanded us to teach His Word (Matthew 28:19-20). Both saved and sinners need to be taught. The evidence is clear that there's only one true church, that being the churches of Christ, Romans 16;16.