Are Independent Churches Operating in Rebellion?

[JaneEyre]

Originally Posted by Charnock

Was the early church set up as an organization, or as autonomous assemblies?

What of Jesus' communication to the seven churches in Asia Minor (Revelation 1-3)? He addressed each church individually, realizing that churches are defined by geography, ethnicity, secular government and spiritual dominions.

I don't recall an organization or denomination....I know it is probably hard for some to believe that a group of believers could flourish and sustain fellowship without a Mother Ship........