7 Unity and Uniqueness Ephesians 4:1–16 Purpose: To see the place of unity and of unique gifts in the body of Christ. To see how God's specific gifting of the church equips us to grow. While Ephesians 1–3 provides a doctrinal foundation, Ephesians 4–6 shows in practical detail how to give glory to God in the church. Paul now considers the quality of life that God calls believers to individually and in the fellowship of Christ's church. 1. “To have unity we must all be uniform.” Explain why you do or do not agree with this statement. 2. Read Ephesians 4:1–16. How do you think the "therefore" (or the “then”) may be significant to understanding this command? According to Ephesians 1–3, what is the calling to which they have been called? 3. What are the characteristics of a life that is worthy of our calling (vv. 1–3)? 4. Why are these virtues so important for maintaining unity? 5. Which qualities help you foster unity with others? Wh...
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