Ephesians 4:11-16; Hebrews 13:21; 2 Timothy 3:17
1. Purposes of Equipping
Unity of the Faith
Unity of Knowledge (to know Christ & the power of His resurrection)
Maturity of Christ-likeness (Romans 8:29)
2. Results of Equipping
Stability of Belief
Speaking the Truth in Love
Strong, Serving Body
3. Method of Equipping
Diet & Exercise (1 Timothy 4:6-10)
A steady, balanced diet if the Word.
A disciplined regimen of exercise.
Next Steps:
Speak and live biblical truth.
The body properly thrives as each individual completes its function.
Equipping is always in the present tense. It is never intended to be in the past tense.
How are we doing at equipping at Bethel?
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