Four pillars of a strong church

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Four pillars of a strong church Pillar 4: Passionate about People Inside the Church Ephesians 3:20-4:16

Ephesians 3:20-21 20 Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.

Ephesians 3:20-21 20 Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.

3 Points The church is extremely important. We are part of the most powerful institution in the universe. Through the church, God gets glory!

Being in the Church Is a privilege. How we are to live together. Eager to maintain Unity. Appreciate diversity of gifts.

Ephesians 4:11-16 Growth!

Steps to growth Jesus gives leaders to the church. Leaders equip the flock

Steps to growth Jesus gives leaders to the church. Leaders equip the flock primarily through preaching and prayer.

If you are not serving 2. Read Romans 12, 1 Cor. 12 3. Take Networking

Everyone is Mature! Unity of the faith. Unity in the knowledge of the Son of God. The church in the world is Jesus Christ in the world, because the church is now the fullness of His incarnate Body in the world.

What destroys a church? Lack of Knowledge (vs. 14) Lack of Love (vs. 15)

What destroys a church? Lack of Knowledge (vs. 14) Lack of Love (vs. 15) Lack of all serving saints in the body!