The Grace Files: Equipped to Serve
03/15/09
Dr. Phil Wilkes, Ephesians 4:1-16
Paul makes a shift in chapters 4-6. In the first three chapters his focus was on building a theological foundation. Now he shifts his focus to the practical side of living out your faith in Christ. Paul urges Christians to live in humility, gentleness and patience. As you do unity is created among Christians and in the body of Christ. This unity is to be protected and nurtured. As we come together God places spiritual gifts in your life to use to serve the Lord and other believers. As Christians use their gifts within the context of the body of Christ (the local church) then the entire body is built up. As you are strengthened in your faith you will not be tricked by false teachings. Your faith in Christ will mature and grow.
Podcast
Paul makes a shift in chapters 4-6. In the first three chapters his focus was on building a theological foundation. Now he shifts his focus to the practical side of living out your faith in Christ. Paul urges Christians to live in humility, gentleness and patience. As you do unity is created among Christians and in the body of Christ. This unity is to be protected and nurtured. As we come together God places spiritual gifts in your life to use to serve the Lord and other believers. As Christians use their gifts within the context of the body of Christ (the local church) then the entire body is built up. As you are strengthened in your faith you will not be tricked by false teachings. Your faith in Christ will mature and grow.
Podcast