Ephesians 4:12
in order to equip the saints for the work of serving, for the building up of the Body of Christ -
Montgomery New Testament
In The King James Version
In Context
11It is he who made some men apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers,
Cross References
Luke 22:32"But I made supplication for you that your own faith may not fail. And you, when you have turned again, must strengthen your brothers."
Acts 1:17"For he was numbered among us, and he did get his allotted share of this ministry.
Acts 9:31Now throughout the whole of Judea, Galilee, and Samaria the Church continued to enjoy peace and to be spiritually built up. It was increasing in members also, as it kept walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit.
Acts 14:22Everywhere they strengthened the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to hold to the faith. "It is through many tribulations," they said, "that we must enter into the kingdom of God."
Acts 20:28Take heed to yourselves and to all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has appointed you overseers, and be shepherds of the church of God which he has purchased with his own blood.
Romans 14:19So then let is eagerly pursue the things that make for peace and the upbuilding of each other.
Matthew Henry on Ephesians 4:3-17
Exhortation to Unity; Persuasives to Unity. ( a. d. 61.) 2 With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; 3 Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. 4 There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; 5 One Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. 7 But unto every one of us is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ. 8 Wherefore… Read the whole commentary →