Hey Reader! Did you know God has given us each a special gift to serve the church? It's true! Paul tells us in Ephesians 4 about five specific gifts: apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. I believe God has called you to do great things for His Kingdom. But it starts with understanding the gifts He's given you and walking in unity with your brothers and sisters in Christ. To fully grasp this, take a moment to dive into the full Ephesians 4 Bible study video HERE. Then, go deeper with the Ephesians Companion Study Guide and pray, asking God to show you which of these five gifts He's placed within you. After the teaching, let's continue the conversation in the comments! I'd love to hear what God is revealing to you through this powerful chapter in Ephesians.
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I'm Rachel G. Scott, Founder of the I Can’t Come Down Movement and Author of Taking the 5 Leaps: Experiencing God's Faithfulness as We Respond to His Call. My mission is to help others build a firm foundation in their faith and live a God-centered life as they step into their calling with confidence.
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