BRITAIN FOR CHRIST
HEALTHY CHURCH VISIT CHECKLIST
Version 22 — Faith Journey & Discipleship

NO CHURCH IS PERFECT
This checklist is not a guarantee, accreditation system or denominational score.
It is a set of biblical questions to help you observe a church carefully over time.

1. IS THE GOSPEL CLEAR?
Look for:
- Jesus Christ, His death and resurrection
- grace rather than self-salvation
- repentance and faith
Read: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8; Romans 3:21-26; Ephesians 2:8-10

2. IS SCRIPTURE HANDLED FAITHFULLY?
Ask:
- Is the text explained in context?
- Can teaching be examined against Scripture?
Read: Acts 17:11; 2 Timothy 3:14-17; 2 Timothy 4:1-5

3. IS THE TRIUNE GOD CONFESSED?
Read: Matthew 28:19; John 1:1-18; 2 Corinthians 13:14

4. ARE LEADERS CHARACTERISED BY BIBLICAL QUALIFICATIONS?
Look beyond gifting and platform ability.
Read: 1 Timothy 3:1-13; Titus 1:5-9; 1 Peter 5:1-4

5. ARE PRAYER AND WORSHIP REAL PARTS OF CHURCH LIFE?
Read: Acts 2:42; Colossians 3:16-17; 1 Timothy 2:1-6

6. ARE LOVE AND HOLINESS BOTH TAKEN SERIOUSLY?
Read: John 13:34-35; Galatians 6:1-2; Ephesians 4:25-32; 1 Peter 1:13-16

7. ARE PEOPLE EQUIPPED TO SERVE?
Read: Ephesians 4:11-16; 1 Corinthians 12:4-27; 1 Peter 4:10-11

8. DOES THE CHURCH LOOK OUTWARD IN MISSION?
Read: Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

9. ARE CORRECTION AND ACCOUNTABILITY POSSIBLE?
Read: Matthew 18:15-20; Galatians 6:1; 1 Timothy 5:19-21

PRACTICAL QUESTIONS BEFORE COMMITTING
[ ] Can I find a clear statement of faith?
[ ] Can I identify accountable leaders?
[ ] Does preaching explain Scripture rather than only quote it?
[ ] Can reasonable questions be asked without intimidation?
[ ] Is giving voluntary rather than manipulated?
[ ] Are safeguarding arrangements visible where appropriate?
[ ] Is the church drawing people toward Christ rather than dependence on one personality?
[ ] Is there evidence of love, service, prayer, holiness and mission?

WARNING PATTERNS
Take repeated patterns seriously if:
- one leader cannot be questioned;
- loyalty to a leader or organisation replaces loyalty to Christ;
- money is coerced or hidden;
- serious wrongdoing is concealed for reputation;
- reasonable questions are labelled rebellion;
- members are isolated from family, friends or outside help;
- safeguarding or professional care is dismissed as lack of faith.

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