A FRANCHISE MUST MAKE it's product exactly the same as the original.  This principle can be applied to the Lord's church.

• Each local church must follow the pattern, Hebrews 8:5 

• The only standard is the Bible, Matthew 16:18; 1 Corinthians 3:11; 2 Peter 1:3; Colossians 1:18

• Is known by one name, 1 Corinthians 1:2. 1 Timothy 3:15

• Consistent quality of "product," Psalm119:160, 172; John 8:32; Revelation 22:18-19; 2 Timothy 3:16-17

• Must teach same doctrine in every detail, Philippians 3:16-17; 4:9; 2 John 9;  1 Tim 4:1; Revelation 2:15; Colossians 2:8; Matthew 15:9; 7:15.

• Seed brings forth after its kind, Genesis 1; 1 Corintihans 15; Luke 8:11