A healthy church is characterized by its leaders who labor diligently, provide faithful leadership, and apply God's Word properly. Members are to appreciate, honor, and love their leaders, creating a peaceful atmosphere where people are at peace among themselves. The church's relationships involve mutual responsibility and ministry, where members warn the unruly, comfort the faint-hearted, uphold the weak, and be patient with all. A healthy church is also distinctive in its pursuit of good, even in the face of evil, and its members are to strive for this in their relationships with one another and with those outside the church.
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