Being Mature

Eph 4:11  And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; 
Eph 4:12  For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: 
Eph 4:13  Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ: 
Eph 4:14  That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive; 

Our discussion in our chat room last night was, can we be truly holy?  We were in agreement that our holiness is being connected to Jesus Christ. We are to become more like him. The five fold ministries are to help us to grow in faith, to make us more perfect or mature. Understanding our position in Christ brings unity. The Holy Spirit of truth unites us in one body of Christ's church.  When false teaching comes our way we deflect it with the shield of faith. 

I understand that tonight the president is to give his State of the Union address which will include a plea for unity. Our country is divided just as God's word divides truth from error, good from evil.  To be a holy people or a holy nation we are to obey the laws of God and receive Jesus as our savior from sin and it's punishment.  A person or a nation will reap what is sown. Let us sow to the spirit a good harvest of God's blessings.

Gary Buell