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It was he who gave some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we … Continue reading
Category Archives: Ephesians
It was he who gave some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service… (Eph. 4:11-12). Their job is to teach us to do our job. … Continue reading
But to each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it (Ephesians 4:7). Yeah, so, I was supposed to be this great evangelist. Apparently Jesus didn’t get the memo. Which is a bummer for Christendom, because I … Continue reading
There is one body and one Spirit–just as you were called to one hope when you were called–one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all (Ephesians … Continue reading
Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace (Eph. 4:3). Father, make us one. Father, make us one. So the world may know you have sent your Son, Father, make us one. Amen, … Continue reading
…be patient, bearing with one another in love (Eph. 4:2). I’m a middle school teacher. I know all about patience…particularly how to lose it. A middle school classroom is a microcosm of society at large. It’s filled with people who … Continue reading
Be completely humble and gentle… (Eph. 4:2) Completely is a lot. You know what I mean? I mean, I can be humble…really humble…way more humble than you. I can comfortably say that I am probably the humblest man you’re ever … Continue reading
As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received (Ephesians 4:1). I like this verse. I like it so much I kinda sorta named my blog after it. … Continue reading
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine, according to the power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, … Continue reading
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine, according to the power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus…(Eph. 3:20-21). Jesus brings … Continue reading