eph 4:7-13 the five-fold ministry of the body of christ

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Eph 4:7-13 The Five-fold ministry of the body of Christ

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Page 1: Eph 4:7-13 The Five-fold ministry of the body of Christ

Eph 4:7-13 The Five-fold ministry of the body of Christ

Page 2: Eph 4:7-13 The Five-fold ministry of the body of Christ

teacher

One who grasps Truth, is excited by it and who holds it out for others to receive. The teacher

provokes others to explore truth.

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pastorShepherds the people, cares with

a tender heart, sees needs. Confronts as well as encourages.Long to see Christians grow to

their full potential.Easily empathize with others and stimulate them to care.

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evangelist “bearer of Good News” brings good news and shares

readily Love spending time with non

Christians Know the gospel and make it

relevant Provoke other Christians in

their witness and give them boldness.

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prophet

Prophets enjoy: being alone with God, waiting on God listening to God Speaking out God’s

heart’s desires

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apostle“one who is sent out”

The apostle is visionary and pioneering.

They might plant or establish new churches.

They provoke others to seek vision and start new things

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Pioneers and Settlers (Builders)

apostlesprophets

evangeliststeachers

pastors

PioneersBuilders

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A bike wheel

It’s only the tension which keeps it rolling…