THE EARLY CHURCH: BUILT TO CHRIST’S SPECIFICATIONS! PART 1
Ephesians 4:11-16
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Study Series: The Church As It Was Meant to Be!
Every believer must recognize that God carries out His work in the world through local churches, and our understanding of the church must be grounded in His Word.
Ephesians 4:11-16; Galatians 4:19
1. He gave some apostles.
2. He gave some prophets.
3. He gave some evangelists.
4. He gave some pastors.
5. He gave some teachers.
Are you maturing for the Lord…
I. FOR THE PERFECTING OF THE SAINTS?
II. FOR THE WORK OF THE MINISTRY?
III. FOR THE EDIFYING OF THE BODY OF CHRIST?
Colossians 1:24-28
Additional Notes:
Illustration References:
[1] KJV
Note: All portions of this sermon by Pastor Shane are preached under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit of God. Stories and illustrations used and/or shared from other sources are cited above in the illustration references section. Note: All portions of this sermon by Pastor Shane are preached under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit of God. Stories and illustrations used and/or shared from other sources are cited above in the illustration references section.