The church described in the Bible is not a denomination, sect, political or social organization, or building. It is the spiritual body of Christ, called out of the world by obeying and following Jesus. The church appears universally as all believers and locally in specific congregations. It is pictured in the Bible as the body of Christ, household of God, kingdom of God with Christ as King, and as a vineyard. One can become part of the church by hearing the gospel, believing, repenting of sins, confessing faith, and being baptized into Christ.