Ephesians 4:4-12

Sunday, October 30, 2016

Stephen Caldwell

Ephesians 4:4-12

v4-6

1. We all are united under the “list of ones” that Paul gives us.

2. Despite the differences in all of our lives we are united in these “ones.”

v7-8

1. Our gifts are not dependent on our worthiness, but rather His grace.

v11-12

1. The gifts are given to build Christ's Church – so that it's members will be fully equipped to carry out God's calling in their lives. We are all called to be ministers/servants.

2. Evangelist – a church planter or missionary

3. Pastor – A Shepard, Christ being the example of the perfect Shepard of the Church

4. ref: 1 Peter 5 – Serve willingly, serve eagerly; acting on the desires God has put in your heart.

Is your desire to follow Christ in your own life?