In the late 19th and early 20th century, American architect Luis Sullivan coined the phrase,"Form follows Function." His premise is that good design is sensitive to the purposes that need to be accomplished within a building. Does that translate to how we do "church?" It does, but only if we have clarity on what Christ, the Head of the Church, says its nature and function is. It is a living organism, not just an organization. It is a community, not a corporation. It is faithful stewardship, not structures. Two thousand years later, the model Jesus gave His followers for The Church is relevant, impactful, and challenging. What we believe about the nature and character of the Body of Christ (its function) - The Church - will define what we do and how we do it (its form). How are we doing?
