Is the blood of Jesus Christ all-sufficient for our salvation? The moment we add anything to the cross, we have declared that it is not. This is true whether the additional condition is placed before or after salvation. The ANCHOR OF OUR SOUL is the finished work of Christ (Heb. 6:18-20), is SURE and STEADFAST!
Gene Cunningham - June 9, 2003
Ephesians #19
Eph 4:11-12 Speaking gifts prepare the saints to fulfill the building up of the body. Doctrinal unity comes from believing the same thing - a unity in the faith (Phil 1:27, 1Co 1:10, Psa 133:1 Eph 4:13-16). Practical unity is more important (Neh 2:18, Neh 4:17-18, Eph 4:17-29). In Eph 4:13, "knowledge" is experiential and implemented not just mental or spiritual. Peter uses the same word and concept in 2Pe 1:1-4; without Grace (the Spirit's working), truth becomes destructive, but with Grace comes peace. The "fullness" in Eph 4:13 amplifies Eph 3:19. Luk 6:35-40 illustrates the "measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ" -- graciousness, compassion, mercy.
Scripture References: Nehemiah 4:17-18, Nehemiah 2:18, Luke 6:35-40, Ephesians 4:13-16, Ephesians 3:19, Psalms 133:1, Ephesians 4:13, Philippians 1:27, Ephesians 4:13, Ephesians 4:11-12, Ephesians 4:17-29
From Series: "Ephesians"
More than any book Ephesians reveals the blessings from God based on our relationship with Jesus Christ by grace through faith. Eph 1:3 is the a key verse. Other key verses by chapter include Eph 2:8 Eph 3:19 Eph 4:1 Eph 5:18 and Eph 6:10-11.