The Church of Christ is governed by Jesus Christ and His Word of truth called the gospel or New Testament. Jesus is the King to whom we surrender our lives. In Eph. 5:27 it reads, "That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish." The Lord had such a concern for His church's welfare that He requested we walk in newness of life and lead sober, godly and righteous lives. Our mission is one of evangelism, ministry, and benevolence. To add to, or in any way change this, is to bring divine disapproval.