Does Doctrine Really Matter?

Does doctrine really matter? The answer according to God's word is absolutely yes. Doctrine is a means that God uses to grow us in love for Christ and for others. The goal of sound doctrine is love. Because of this, the church must value sound doctrine. We should grow in it, guard it, cherish it, and live it out. And when there is straying among us, we should be willing to both confront and be confronted. And through it all, we must make sure our aim is always love. / 1 Timothy 1.3-7