The complete opening answer distinguishing a church of Christ from a denomination
Claim examined: Church identity and unity
Scriptural Answer
David, First off, the church of Christ is NOT a denomination. Many people think the "church of Christ" is merely "another denomination." However, the expression, as used in the New Testament, simply refers to a church which is "of" [or belonging to] Christ. Consider the following for some differences between a church [congregation] which is "of Christ" and a church [denomination] which is "of man". It is "of man" when: 1. It was planned by man. 2. It has human heads. 3. It has a human legislative body. 4. It has a human organization. 5. It wears unauthorized names. 6. It uses innovations in worship. 7. It practices a social gospel. 8. It has human entrance requirements. It is "of Christ" when: 1. It was planned by God. 2. Christ is its only head. 3. It accepts only Christ's authority. 4. Its organization is scriptural. 5. It only wears bible names. 6. It engages in pure worship. 7. It follows a divine mission. 8. God set entrance requirements. Yes, the church of Christ is the only one promoting the truth. Check out the link below: Why the Churches of Christ
KJV Scriptures Used
Read each passage in its chapter and compare the Scriptures together.