'Me' to 'We' (Part 3) Finding Your Purpose - JT Riley - 10/4
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'Me' to 'We' (Part 3) Finding Your Purpose - JT Riley - 10/4
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Scripture Reference: Ephesians 4:1–16
What if spiritual growth was never meant to be a solo sport? In week three of our series, From 'Me' to 'We', Pastor JT dives into Ephesians 4 to reveal how God designed the Church to mature, thrive, and fulfill its mission.
It's easy to view church as a spectator event where we show up, watch from the bleachers, and go home. But Paul paints a radically different picture of the Body of Christ: We only reach spiritual maturity when every single member steps up and does the part they were created to do.
One Lord, One Faith, One Us (vv. 1–6): Before Paul talks about our individual gifts, he grounds us in our shared identity. We are called to walk in humility, gentleness, and patience, preserving the unity of the Spirit. There is one Body and one Spirit, called to one glorious hope.
You Can't Grow Up Like Jesus by Yourself (vv. 11–15): Spiritual maturity is a team effort. God gave leaders, teachers, and equippers to the Church not to do all the work, but to train us for the work of ministry. We cannot grow into the fullness of Christ in isolation; we need the sharpening, truth-speaking presence of brothers and sisters around us.
We Grow as You Do the Part You Were Built to Do (v. 16): Every believer is a uniquely designed joint in the Body of Christ. When one part neglects its role, the whole body suffers. But when every part works properly, the entire church grows and builds itself up in love.
Pastor JT challenged every person in our church family to get off the sidelines and into the game:
You have a part to play that no one else in this church can play. What has been keeping you on the sidelines—fear, busyness, insecurity, or comfort? What is the one step God is asking you to take this week to get in the game?
You were made for Jesus and made for community. Both are standing right in front of you. What is keeping you from stepping fully into both today?
Connect with Us: You are a vital part of what God is building here! Listen to the full message on our church app or website, and stop by the connect corner or open your app today to find your place to serve and plug into community.