Christ Jesus, who identified himself as "the way, the truth, and the life," John 14:6; invites us to leave all and follow him, commanding his followers, "Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature."Mark 16:15; He sends us forth to bear witness to the good news of the kingdom of heaven at hand, to be harmless and wise, to love, to heal, to enlighten.
In the textbook of Christian Science, Science and Health, Mrs. Eddy gives the following definition:
"Church. The structure of Truth and Love; whatever rests upon and proceeds from divine Principle.