Universal, Invisible Church

He also explains how synagogues in the Old Testament functioned as congregational gatherings for worship and prayer, leading into a discussion on the concept of the church being both visible and invisible, addressing common misconceptions about the universal versus the particular churches. Cooper emphasizes that all true believers make up the universal church, not just those within certain denominations or traditions. He also highlights the importance of understanding these concepts to avoid errors in doctrine, particularly with regard to successionism and landmarkism.