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NASB | Ephesians 4:12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 4:12 [and He did this] to fully equip and perfect the saints (God's people) for works of service, to build up the body of Christ [the church]; |
Subject: Every-Member Ministry |
Bible Note: Interesting commentary but ignores the fact that the church often fails to equip the saints, choosing instead to preach at them. I wonder how many would answer in the infirmative if asked, as they left the Sunday morning service, if they felt empowered to preach, teach and serve Christ? I fear most would say no. People attend church with many expectations but I wonder how many expect to be equipped? Church today is often focused at convicting sinners and trying to win souls instead of equipping the saints. Some churches focus on worship and ceremony to revitalize the members emotions but do little to teach them discipleship or serving others. If more churches today would refocus on equipping it's members to do the work the members were called to! the church would once again be an effective force in our society. |
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