Sea Change Podcasts

Episode 1: No Longer Children: The Purpose of the Church


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In this episode, Pastor Adam Stadtmiller explores Ephesians 4:11-16 and the essential purpose of the church. Discover how Christ gave apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds, and teachers to:

Build up the body of Christ
Help us attain unity in faith and knowledge
Promote spiritual maturity and stability
Main Point: We model our giving after God's heart for His church.

Key Takeaways:

Engage in community on multiple levels.
Give, pray, and serve as part of the church’s mission.
Small Group Discussion Questions:

How does the diversity of roles in Ephesians 4:11 contribute to the church’s unity and growth?
In what ways can we “speak the truth in love” (Ephesians 4:15) to foster maturity in Christ?
What does it mean to “equip the saints for the work of ministry” (Ephesians 4:12-13), and how can we apply this in our community?
How do we ensure that “each part is working properly” (Ephesians 4:16) and why is this important for building up the body in love?
How can we model our giving and service after God’s heart for the church, as shown in Ephesians 4 and John 3:16?
Watch now and reflect on how you can contribute to the growth and unity of the body of Christ.

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Sea Change PodcastsBy La Jolla Christian Fellowship