1. We are equipped by Christ 4:7-12
- Spiritual gifts. Romans 12:6-8; 1 Corinthians 12:4-11
- Gifted people.
apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastor-teachers
2. To Grow in Christ. 4:13a
- Unity of the faith
- Knowledge of the Son of God
3. That we may be like Christ. 4:133b - 16
- Maturity
- Confidence in the faith
- Speaking the truth in love
- Grow together in love