The Church and Local Churches, Eph 5:23-31
In the Bible there is a clear distinction between the body of Christ, called the Church and local churches, also called the church. The body of Christ is made up of all believers who have been saved. At salvation, the Spirit of God baptizes you into Jesus’ body [1 Cor 12:13] and you become a member […]
Develop Unity in Church, 1 Cor 12:20-25
Eph 5:30-32 shows us that we are one flesh with Chirst. In one flesh you have union. Eph 5:32 this is a mystery concerning Christ and the church. We see this clearly in 1 Cor 12:12-27. We are one body with many members. In 1 Cor 12:20-25, Christ desires no schism in the body. Likewise, […]
He Gave Gifts Unto Men, Eph 4:8-12
Our text is Eph 4:8-12, dealing with the gifts the Lord has given to men. In this passage, Paul wrote about 5 gifts given to the church by the Lord Jesus Christ. When Jesus gave the gifts – Eph 4:8. Paul started this verse with the phrase “Wherefore” (for which reason) he saith,” referring back […]
Keep the Unity of the Spirit, Eph 4:1-7
In Eph 4:1-7, Paul continues writing about the body of Christ. In this passage, he emphasizes the need to keep the unity of the Spirit. If we are going to keep the unity of the Spirit, we must: Walk worthy of our calling – Eph 4:1. Paul wrote, “that ye walk worthy of the vocation […]
Engaged, Jer 30:18-22
Our text is Jer 30:18-22. In verse 21, you see the word “engaged.” I hear the word “engage” used a lot these days. Churches are getting their people connected, like the gears of a transmission mesh when they are engaged. They are also engaged by providing them with something to do. Churches also want to […]
One Body in Christ, Rom 12:3-21
One Body in Christ Rom. 12:3-21 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO The body of Christ is comprised of every person who is saved. Like our physical bodies, we are one body in Christ, though we are many members. In the body of Christ, members have: Different offices – Rom 12:3-5 – just like our physical bodies are […]