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Balance in the Body of Christ

(Jesus) personally gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, 12 for the training Ephesians 4: 11 He of the saints in the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God’s Son, growing into a mature man with a stature measured by Christ’s fullness.

Ephesians 4: 11 He personally gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, 12 for the training of the saints in the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God’s Son, growing into a mature man with a stature measured by Christ’s fullness.

Ephesians 4: 11 He personally gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, 12 for the training of the saints in the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God’s Son, growing into a mature man with a stature measured by Christ’s fullness.

Ephesians 4: 11 And He personally gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, 12 for the training of the saints in the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God’s Son, growing into a mature man with a stature measured by Christ’s fullness.

Ephesians 4: 11 And He personally gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, 12 for the training of the saints in the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God’s Son, growing into a mature man with a stature measured by Christ’s fullness…

… 11… He (Jesus) personally gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers… These are callings to perform needed functions in the Body of Christ!

Apostles are bridge-builders. They tend to be focused externally, think creatively, develop new approaches to outreach, and take calculated risks. They yearn to see the kingdom expanded. To them, Church is all about being SENT.

Prophets are bible-reminders. They tend to be focused on truth, draw near to the heart of God, think analytically, evaluate better and more correct ways of functioning, and question the status quo. They yearn for discernment. To them, Church is all about being HOLY.

Evangelists are gospel-sharers. They tend to be focused externally, act passionately, persuade non-believers to accept Christ and believers to share their faith, and focus on achievement. They yearn to see lives changed. To them, Church is all about being SAVED.

Pastors are care-givers. They tend to be focused internally, build relationships, disciple or integrate others into the group, and focus on involvement. They yearn for teamwork. To them, Church is all about COMMUNITY.

Teachers are organizer–presenters. They tend to be focused internally, think in terms of structure, train or instruct others to integrate truth into life, and organize processes for maximum efficiency. They yearn for competency and consistency. To them, Church is all about TRUTH.

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1. Imagine a church dominated by apostles, with an emphasis on outreach and building bridges. What would that church be like? What would its weaknesses be?

2. Imagine a church dominated by prophets, with an emphasis on holiness and reminding everyone what the Bible says. What would that church be like? What would its weaknesses be?

3. Imagine a church dominated by evangelists, with an emphasis on sharing the gospel and introducing others to Christ. What would that church be like? What would its weaknesses be?

4. Imagine a church dominated by pastors, with an emphasis on community and caring for one another. What would that church be like? What would its weaknesses be?

5. Imagine a church dominated by teachers, with an emphasis on building truth into the lives of others and improving structure. What would that church be like? What would its weaknesses be?

6. Imagine a church that is balanced in emphasis, according to the Lord’s design. What would that church be like? How do we get there?