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Saints Community Church - Chris Onayinka Ministries

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One of the easiest ways to teach error is to seek to make scriptures "applicable".This happens with an attempt to solve socio economic problems and grant palliatives through giving strange interpretations oftentimes defying contextual scriptural reading.Paul admonishes a pastor.2 Timothy 2:15 KJV[15] Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.The Job of teaching is to explain Gods Word as it had been revealed (for over 2000 years) in the written pages.The Written Word remains the ONLY authentic revelation .Jesus is Lord,We win!January 28,2014 ... See MoreSee Less

Saints Community Church - Chris Onayinka Ministries

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HOW TO BE A BLESSING TO YOUR CHURCH (14)(PERSONALITIES IN THE BODY)Function and ResponsibilitiesNow, observe Peter’s explanation further in 1st Peter 5.1st Peter 5:1 The elders which are among you I exhort, who am also an elder, and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, and also a partaker of the glory that shall be revealed: Vs 2 Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; Vs 3 Neither as being lords over God's heritage, but being ensamples to the flock. Vs 4 And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away. Vs 5 Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.Recall that the word ‘elders’ in the above text was translated from the Greek word ‘presbuteros,' which implies senior in rank. It is in reference to leadership.Observe firstly, that Peter referred to himself as an ‘elder’ (in verse 1), then he also spoke concerning the ‘younger’ (elders) in Verse 5. Hence, Peter clearly was referring to the function of leadership in the local assembly.Secondly, observe that in context of Verses 2 and 3 respectively, Peter explained the Church of Christ (in the resurrection) as ‘the flock of God. Thus, Peter explained this function in Verse 2… Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight… Peter taught the function of ‘the elder’ in the local assembly as consisting of two things: - to feed (teaching) and spiritual oversight. The word ‘feed’ (Verse 16) was translated from the Greek word ‘poimano.' It implies to tend, to rule; to care for, to shepherd.Paul taught similarly in the book of Acts.Acts 20:28 Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood.The Lord Jesus (in the resurrection) also did in John’s synoptic accountJohn 21:15 So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. Vs 16 He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep. Vs 17 He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep. Notice Peter’s words further in Verses 21st Peter 5:2 Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; The phrase ‘taking the oversight’ was translated from the Greek word ‘episkopeo,' which is the verb form of the word ‘episkopos.' Peter taught with this same word in explaining the Lord Jesus and His Church in the resurrection.1st Peter 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed. Vs 25 For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls. In essence, when Peter referred to Jesus as the ‘shepherd and Bishop’ of our souls, and further explained the function of the elder (the shepherd) as feeding and exercising oversight over the flock, he implied that Jesus in the resurrection is expressing himself through the function (office) of the elder (Pastor) in the local assembly.In essence, Peter taught that some believers, (those he described as the elders – Leadership) have the responsibility to feed other believers (the flock – members), with the word, in order for them to grow spiritually Paul taught the same truth in his letters.1st Timothy 5:17 Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine.Those he referred to as ‘elders,' were the same he gave Timothy instructions about earlier in 1st Timothy 3.1st Timothy 3:1 This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work. Vs 2 A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach; Vs 3 Not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous; Vs 4 One that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity; Vs 5 (For if a man know not how to rule his own house, how shall he take care of the church of God?) Vs 6 Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil. Vs 7 Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.The word ‘bishop’ was translated from the Greek word ‘episkopos,' which implies an overseer; superintendent.Thus, the elders who labour in doctrine can be referred to as Bishops. Therefore, Paul described that function as the office of a Bishop as …apt to teach.Again, in 2nd Timothy he instructed Timothy to commit the things he had been taught (by Paul) to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also;2nd Timothy 2:1 Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. Vs 2 And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also. The ‘faithfulness’ will be seen in what he had told him earlier about the qualifications for the office of the Bishop in the first letter (1st Timothy 3:1-8)Paul gave similar instructions to Titus;Titus 1:7 For a bishop must be blameless, as the steward of God; not selfwilled, not soon angry, not given to wine, no striker, not given to filthy lucre; Vs 8 But a lover of hospitality, a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate; Vs 9 Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers. Notice that in the pretext, Paul referred to the function (office) of the Bishop as ‘elders.’Titus 1:5 For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee: Vs 6 If any be blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of riot or unrulyTherefore, it suffices to say that what Paul taught in his letters to Timothy and Titus respectively as the office of the elder, is what he further explained as the function of the Bishop which is to feed (teach) and have oversight in the local assembly over the flock (the Church). James also taught concerning ‘the elders’ in the local Church James 5:13 Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms. Vs 14 Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: Vs 15 And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.Clearly, the phrase ‘is any sick among you’ in context, will refer to believers, who are members of the local assembly.James 2:1 My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons. Vs 2 For if there come unto your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment; Vs 3 And ye have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, Sit thou here in a good place; and say to the poor, Stand thou there, or sit here under my footstool:While, the phrase ‘the elders of the Church,' will refer to the leadership of the local assembly Hence, just like Peter and Paul, James also taught concerning the leadership and membership of the local assembly.Therefore, in conclusion, it is evident from Jesus’ words in the synoptic accounts (John 21), Luke’s words in the book of Acts (Acts 6, 11, 15), and from the explanations of Paul, Peter and James in the Epistles that in the local Church, we have the following:- The leadership (the Elders) – Those who have the responsibility to teach (oversight functions over) other believers- The membership – Believers (disciples) who are being taught; trained; nurtured to the end that they grow (develop; mature) spiritually and become effective in the work of the ministry (their service for the Lord). ... 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Saints Community Church - Chris Onayinka Ministries

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HOW TO BE A BLESSING TO YOUR CHURCH (13)(PERSONALITIES IN THE BODY)Maturity of BelieversComing to the epistles, there are terms used that show levels of maturity in describing personalities in the local church. For instance, in Peter’s first letter● ‘New born babes’1st Peter 2:2 As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow therebyThe term ‘newborn babes’ was translated from the Greek word ‘brephos,' which refers to an infant. Hence, the term was used figuratively to refer to someone’s inception into the church. In other words, a new convert. Also, in 1st Corinthians 3 ● ‘Babes’1 Corinthians 3:1 And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. The term ‘babes’ here, was translated from the Greek word ‘nepios,' which implies immature; undeveloped. Hence, it was to describe believers who were not making progress spiritually. Hence, he further stated in context1 Corinthians 3:1 And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. Vs 2 I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able. Vs 3 For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men? Vs 4 For while one saith, I am of Paul; and another, I am of Apollos; are ye not carnalHe taught with the same word in his letter to the EphesiansEphesians 4:12 For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: Vs 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: Vs 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; Vs 15 But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: Vs 16 From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love.The word ‘children’ was translated from the same Greek word ‘nepios.’In essence, these believers were exhibiting certain conduct which were not proper for a believer, hence he called them babes; immature, undeveloped.Furthermore, Paul taught with the word ‘strong’ and ‘weak’ in describing believers.● ‘Weak and Strong’Romans 15:1 We then that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not to please ourselvesThe term ‘that are strong’ refers to those who are capable. In context of his explanation, the terms ‘strong’ and ‘weak,' was in reference to their knowledge and consequently their actions. Romans 14:1 Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations. Vs 2 For one believeth that he may eat all things: another, who is weak, eateth herbs. Vs 3 Let not him that eateth despise him that eateth not; and let not him which eateth not judge him that eateth: for God hath received himHe taught similarly in his letter to the church in Corinth.1st Corinthians 8:7 Howbeit there is not in every man that knowledge: for some with conscience of the idol unto this hour eat it as a thing offered unto an idol; and their conscience being weak is defiled. Vs 8 But meat commendeth us not to God: for neither, if we eat, are we the better; neither, if we eat not, are we the worse. Vs 9 But take heed lest by any means this liberty of yours become a stumblingblock to them that are weak. Vs 10 For if any man see thee which hast knowledge sit at meat in the idol's temple, shall not the conscience of him which is weak be emboldened to eat those things which are offered to idols; Vs 11 And through thy knowledge shall the weak brother perish, for whom Christ died? Vs 12 But when ye sin so against the brethren, and wound their weak conscience, ye sin against Christ. Vs 13 Wherefore, if meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no flesh while the world standeth, lest I make my brother to offend.● ‘Spiritual’ Paul in his letters taught with the word ‘spiritual’ to distinguish believers:In his first letter to the church in Corinth.1st Corinthians 2:10 But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God. Vs 11 For what man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of man which is in him? even so the things of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of God. Vs 12 Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God. Vs 13 Which things also we speak, not in the words which man's wisdom teacheth, but which the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual. Vs 14 But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. Vs 15 But he that is spiritual judgeth all things, yet he himself is judged of no man. Vs 16 For who hath known the mind of the Lord, that he may instruct him? But we have the mind of Christ.In context, the believer has received the Spirit of God, by faith in the gospel. Hence, he is Spiritual. Thus, Paul made a distinction between the believer (Spiritual) and the unbeliever (natural man)However, in 1st Corinthians 3, the term ‘babes’ was used to describe the attitude of believers who were acting like men without the Spirit, a fact that was obvious in their conduct …strife, envy, divisions.1st Corinthians 3:1 And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. Vs 2 I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able. Vs 3 For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men?Thus, the terms ‘Spiritual’ and ‘babes’ are both descriptive of believers who are growing spiritually and believers not growing spiritually respectively. This will be obvious in their conduct towards fellow believers.He taught similarly in his letter to the church in Galatia.Galatians 6:1 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be temptedThe phrase ‘ye which are spiritual’ implies there were spiritually mature believers in that local Church, who will be distinguished in their conduct towards fellow believers.In the Epistles, it is evident that the local assembly has both spiritually mature believers, and believers who are infants spiritually (for some, they just got saved while some have been saved, but are undeveloped. This will be evident in their conduct towards fellow believers).Hence, in the local church we can have believers on different levels of maturity and these ought to be recognized by every member of a local church. However, though we are at different levels of maturity, the scriptures instruct every believer to grow spiritually, which should be the pursuit of every believer. 1st Peter 2:1 Wherefore laying aside all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speakings, Vs 2 As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby:2nd Peter 3:18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen. ... See MoreSee Less

Saints Community Church - Chris Onayinka Ministries

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HOW TO BE A BLESSING TO YOUR CHURCH (12)(PERSONALITIES IN THE BODY)It is pertinent to note that in the book of Acts, Luke also referred to some believers as ‘elders’ repeatedlyActs 11:30 Which also they did, and sent it to the elders by the hands of Barnabas and Saul. Acts 14:23 And when they had ordained them elders in every church, and had prayed with fasting, they commended them to the Lord, on whom they believed. Acts 15:2 When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question…Vs 4 And when they were come to Jerusalem, they were received of the church, and of the apostles and elders, and they declared all things that God had done with them… Vs 6 And the apostles and elders came together for to consider of this matter… Vs 22 Then pleased it the apostles and elders, with the whole church, to send chosen men of their own company to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed Barsabas, and Silas, chief men among the brethren: Vs 23 And they wrote letters by them after this manner; The apostles and elders and brethren send greeting unto the brethren which are of the Gentiles in Antioch and Syria and Cilicia: Acts 16:4 And as they went through the cities, they delivered them the decrees for to keep, that were ordained of the apostles and elders which were at Jerusalem. Acts 20:17 And from Miletus he sent to Ephesus, and called the elders of the church. Acts 21:18 And the day following Paul went in with us unto James; and all the elders were present. The word ‘elders’ was translated from the Greek word ‘presbuteros,' which implies senior. It refers to someone who is, or those who are mature in the congregation. He had taught with the same word in earlier Chapters. Acts 4:5 And it came to pass on the morrow, that their rulers, and elders, and scribes, …Vs 8 Then Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost, said unto them, Ye rulers of the people, and elders of Israel, Acts 4:23 And being let go, they went to their own company, and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said unto them. Acts 6:12 And they stirred up the people, and the elders, and the scribes, and came upon him, and caught him, and brought him to the council, Notice two key things in his explanation above.- He described these elders as ‘the chief priests and the Scribes’- He described them as ‘rulers’ of the people (the children of Israel)He taught similarly in subsequent ChaptersActs 23:14 And they came to the chief priests and elders, and said, We have bound ourselves under a great curse, that we will eat nothing until we have slain Paul. Acts 24:1 And after five days Ananias the high priest descended with the elders, and with a certain orator named Tertullus, who informed the governor against Paul. Acts 25:15 About whom, when I was at Jerusalem, the chief priests and the elders of the Jews informed me, desiring to have judgment against him. From his explanation, it is therefore evident that those referred to as elders are those who ruled or governed the congregation of the children of Israel in their assembly in the synagogue. That is to say, the leaders of the congregation of the children of Israel.This is in accordance with Moses’ explanation in his booksExodus 3:16 Go, and gather the elders of Israel together, and say unto them, The LORD God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, of Isaac, and of Jacob, appeared unto me, saying, I have surely visited you, and seen that which is done to you in Egypt: … Vs 18 And they shall hearken to thy voice: and thou shalt come, thou and the elders of Israel, unto the king of Egypt, and ye shall say unto him, The LORD God of the Hebrews hath met with us: and now let us go, we beseech thee, three days' journey into the wilderness, that we may sacrifice to the LORD our God. Exodus 4:29 And Moses and Aaron went and gathered together all the elders of the children of Israel: Exodus 12:21 Then Moses called for all the elders of Israel, and said unto them, Draw out and take you a lamb according to your families, and kill the passover. Exodus 17:5 And the LORD said unto Moses, Go on before the people, and take with thee of the elders of Israel; and thy rod, wherewith thou smotest the river, take in thine hand, and go. Vs 6 Behold, I will stand before thee there upon the rock in Horeb; and thou shalt smite the rock, and there shall come water out of it, that the people may drink. And Moses did so in the sight of the elders of Israel. Thus, the term ‘elders’ relative to believers will be in reference to spiritually mature believers who have leadership responsibilities in the local assembly. Hence, Luke (the author) made a clear distinction in his account of the book of ActsActs 11:29 Then the disciples, every man according to his ability, determined to send relief unto the brethren which dwelt in Judaea: Vs30 Which also they did, and sent it to the elders by the hands of Barnabas and Saul.The brethren, then the eldersActs 15:22 Then pleased it the apostles and elders, with the whole church, to send chosen men of their own company to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed Barsabas, and Silas, chief men among the brethren: Vs 23 And they wrote letters by them after this manner; The apostles and elders and brethren send greeting unto the brethren which are of the Gentiles in Antioch and Syria and Cilicia: The elders, and then the brethrenThus, from Luke’s account, clearly, - The term ‘the elders’ will be to explain the leadership in the local assembly, - while the terms ‘brethren; believers;’ will be to explain our (every believers) common identity with Christ (in the resurrection), which is by faith in the gospel- the term ‘the disciples’ will be to explain how ‘the believers’ (members of the local assembly) were being trained via the teaching of God’s word by the elders (leadership) of the local assembly ... 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Saints Community Church - Chris Onayinka Ministries

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HOW TO BE A BLESSING TO YOUR CHURCH (11)(PERSONALITIES IN THE BODY)● ‘Disciples’More specifically, a word referenced commonly in the book of Acts is the word ‘disciples’ or ‘disciple.' The word is NOT referenced at all in all the epistles. Hence, it is a word found majorly in the four gospels and the book of Acts. The following are instances where believers were referred to as ‘disciples’ Acts 6:1 And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration. Vs 2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables… Vs 7 And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith. Acts 9:1 And Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest, … Vs 19 And when he had received meat, he was strengthened. Then was Saul certain days with the disciples which were at Damascus…Vs 25 Then the disciples took him by night, and let him down by the wall in a basket. Vs 26 And when Saul was come to Jerusalem, he assayed to join himself to the disciples: but they were all afraid of him, and believed not that he was a disciple… Vs 38 And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he would not delay to come to them. Acts 11:26 And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch… Vs 29 Then the disciples, every man according to his ability, determined to send relief unto the brethren which dwelt in Judaea: Acts 13:52 And the disciples were filled with joy, and with the Holy Ghost. Acts 14:20 Howbeit, as the disciples stood round about him, he rose up, and came into the city: and the next day he departed with Barnabas to Derbe… Vs 22 Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God… Vs 28 And there they abode long time with the disciples. Acts 15:10 Now therefore why tempt ye God, to put a yoke upon the neck of the disciples, which neither our fathers nor we were able to bear? Acts 18:23 And after he had spent some time there, he departed, and went over all the country of Galatia and Phrygia in order, strengthening all the disciples… Vs 27 And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace: The word ‘disciple’ in the above texts was translated from the Greek word ‘mathetes.' The word ‘math’ is an ancient word used for mental effort which implies to think through something. It deals with a thought pattern. A person who is called a disciple is someone who follows in his mindset. It is a term employed by the Jewish Rabbis; when they have a disciple, they give them the Torah (the Old Testament books) to read, memorise in order for effective communication.The emphasis on the use of the word ‘disciple’ to describe believers, highlights to us that believers were being trained in the assembly of believers concerning Christ from the scriptures. Matthew 28:18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Vs 19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Vs 20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.In essence, every believer ought to be a disciple (a student; a pupil) of Christ, and the local church (the gathering of believers) is where this training; learning discipleship primarily happens. Ephesians 4:12 For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: Vs 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: Vs 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; Vs 15 But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: Vs 16 From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love. Vs 17 This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that ye henceforth walk not as other Gentiles walk, in the vanity of their mind, Vs 18 Having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart: Vs 19 Who being past feeling have given themselves over unto lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness. Vs 20 But ye have not so learned Christ; ... See MoreSee Less