United – Diversity
In this sermon on Ephesians 4:7-11, we explored the theme of unity and diversity within the body of Christ. While the church is one body, we are not all the same part—God has given each believer unique gifts to serve and build up the church. We discussed the importance of embracing the gifts God has given us, rather than wishing for different ones or doubting we have any at all. The passage also points to Jesus as our victorious King, who has defeated the powers of darkness and now distributes gifts to His people. We looked at the specific roles mentioned in Ephesians—apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds, and teachers—unpacking what each means and how they function in the church today. The call is to discover, develop, and use our gifts, not by waiting for perfection, but by stepping out, trying, and learning as we go.