Called to Grow in Mutual Maturity and Love

Ephesians 4:11-16

Sermon Notes:

1) God’s blood-bought gifts empower us to attain unity and maturity | 11-13

2) God’s blood-bought gifts empower us to clarify our essential doctrines | 14

3) God’s blood-bought gifts require us to grow together by truth and love | 15-16

Reflection questions:

1) Is Christian unity something you are thankful for, something you’re eager to maintain, or is it something you are striving to attain in its fullness? Which one(s) should it be for you? See Eph 4:1-6 and 11-13.

2) What does the Bible say about teaching, doctrine? It is something that can cause division and therefore should be avoided? Is it something we should learn more about, something that helps us grow together? (See Eph 4:13-15)

3) Are you more characterized by truth or love (v.15) in your interactions with others? Does God give us a choice, or does He call us to embrace both, speaking the truth in love? Is there one area (truth or love or both) that you need to grow in, for your own sake and for the sake of the body of Christ?