A companion Bible study from Vince Baker Ministries
Why does Christ give ministry gifts to the church?
Paul says they equip the saints for service and build the body toward unity and maturity.
Read the passage in context
- Ephesians 4:7–16 · KJV
Follow the movement from grace given to each person to the work performed by the whole body. Paul connects both to Christ.
From the passage to daily life
The passage describes growth in terms of truth, love, and each part working properly. These details give a group ways to evaluate how it equips people.
Discussion and reflection
- Why does Christ give ministry gifts to the church?
Paul says they equip the saints for service and build the body toward unity and maturity.
- How can a leader help someone else use a gift?
Give them a concrete responsibility, teach them how to do it, and provide feedback rooted in love.
Put the study into practice
Choose one skill you can pass on to another person in your group.
Historical source · SermonIndex transcript attributed to Smith Wigglesworth · Open the archived message
