What does the Bible say about finding a church?

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The Bible teaches that believers should seek a faithful local church where Christ is preached, God is worshiped, the Scriptures govern, and Christians grow together in love and holiness. Hebrews 10:25 calls us not to neglect gathering, while Acts 20:28 shows that Christ values His church dearly and entrusts it to caring overseers. A healthy church holds to the truth, as 1 Timothy 3:14-15 describes, pursues unity in the gospel according to 1 Corinthians 1:10, and nourishes believers like trees planted in God’s house in Psalm 92:13. Look for a congregation centered on saving faith in Christ, reverent worship, biblical teaching, baptism and the Lord’s Supper, prayer, and mutual care.