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Discover the profound insights from Ephesians 4:7-16 about grace, gifts, goals, and growth within the Church. This study explores how grace is given to all believers, the significance of spiritual gifts bestowed upon individuals for the edification of the Church, and the ultimate goal of nurturing spiritual maturity. Each member's contribution is vital, leading to the stability and growth of the Body of Christ. Reflect on the importance of gospel proclamation, faith in Jesus, and the steps of repentance, confession, and baptism as part of God’s redemptive plan.
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Grace, Gifts, Goals & Growth A Study of Ephesians 4:7-16
Grace, Gifts, Goals & Growth • Grace Given to All - vs.7. Tit.2:11-12, Rom.12:5-8 • He Gave Gifts to Men - vs.8 & 11 • Vs.9-10 A Parenthetical Thought • The Gifts of vs.11 are the Teaching Offices ~ The Goal is to Bless Mankind and Especially the Church. • The Goals of the Gifts vs.12-14 • When Saints Mature and Grow….Leads to Service • Service Leads to Building up the Body, Spiritually and Numerically. • Brings Stability - vs.13-14, Heb.13:8-9 • Growing Toward the Head - vs.15 • Every Member Supplies and Adds to the Body - vs.16
God’s Plan To Save • Hear the gospel of Christ, Acts 18:8 • Believe in Jesus Christ, Jn.3:16 • Repent and Turn to God, Acts 17:30 • Confess Jesus Before Men, Acts 8:37 • Be Baptized For Forgiveness, Acts 22:16 --------------------------------------- • Cleave Unto The Lord, Acts 11:23 • If Err From The Truth: Repent and Pray God Acts 8:22