Churches that understand their identity, mission, and eternal purpose are most likely to do the things God wants. The church exists in God’s eternal purpose to unite all things under Christ. In Ephesians 4, the church participates in this purpose through the ministry of every member, facilitated by the leaders Christ places in the body.
What factors encourage genuine service?
- 1. Attitude of SPIRITUALITY, Eph. 4:1-2
- 2. Environment of UNITY, 4:3-6
- 3. Acknowledgement and acceptance of God’s GENEROSITY, 4:7-10
- 4. Commitment to GROWTH–teamwork and variety in the body, 4:11-13
- 5. Churches functioning in MATURITY, 4:14-16