By the Grace of

GodBook of

Ephesians & Building a

Grace-Based Church

Ephesians 1-3What is possible in the

church through the power of unity and love that we experience from God’s grace in Christ?

More than anything we can imagine!

Growing to “Fullness” through Unity

Ephesians 4:1-3 – United in spiritEphesians 4:4-6 – United in doctrine/beliefsEphesians 4:7-16 – United in the work

Ephesians 4:1-3As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.

Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.

4 Tools for Maintaining Spiritual UnityTool #1 – Humility“completely” humbleExample of Jesus Christ: Philippians 2:3-11

4 Tools for Maintaining Spiritual UnityTool #2 – Gentleness (Meekness)compassionate restraintHow has Christ been gentle towards you and me?

To Be Continued…

Ephesians 4:3• Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of

peace• We did not give ourselves this unity or earn it; but now that we have

entered into it; we are called to maintain it – nurture, care for, develop, protect.• This is not an easy-effort or half-hearted effort; but requires “every

effort” because it is THAT precious and essential!

Practical Challenge – Who do you need to be reconciled with?