In House Church: Skip the Sermon and Worship at Home?, Pastor W. M. Rench addresses the growing trend of replacing the local church with informal gatherings. Using both Scripture and reason, he explains why such movements—though well-intentioned—depart from God’s design. The booklet defends the biblical offices of pastor and deacon, the importance of preaching, and the structure of the local New Testament church. Rench’s message is clear: God established the church, not as a living room fellowship, but as the pillar and ground of the truth where believers gather, grow, and go with the gospel.