What is “the ministry” of Eph. 4? - Ep. 250 -Run With Horses Podcast

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Today we look at the question, “What is “the ministry” of Eph. 4?”

Welcome to Run With Horses. My name is Norman and my goal is to help you Thrive as a disciple of Jesus. Following Jesus means serving others and Ephesians Chapter 4 gives us some imporant insight into what that means and why it is so important.

Eph. 4:11

First, who is doing the work of the ministry?
Answer – The Saints – Christians!
Pastors and teachers are equipping the believers for ministry.

Second, What is the purpose of ministry according to Eph. 4?
Answer – Edifying the body of Christ
Edify – Defined as: a: BUILD; b: ESTABLISH
Ministry is helping the church grow to maturity and unity.
There is an expectation of growth for the follower of Jesus.
Jesus really values unity in His family!
1 Cor. 1:10
John 17:20
Eph. 4:1

A Royal Priesthood
1 Peter 2:9
“In sum, the priests played the significant role of standing guard in God’s house, making sacrifices for God’s people, and instructing the people so that they could enjoy God’s blessings.” David S. Schrock. https://www.crossway.org/articles/10-things-you-should-know-about-priesthood-in-the-bible/

Third, How do we edify each other?
Live out the one anothers.
Serve
Galatians 5:13
Teach
Col. 3:16

Bear Burdens/ Care for
Galatians 6:2

Fourth, Ministry outside the church.
Gospel
Paul – Gospel ministry to Gentiles
Romans 15:15