Unity in the Body of Christ

When working on something important, would you rather work alone or with a group? Why?

Read Ephesians 4:1-16

How does Paul describe a “life worthy of your calling”?

Verses 14-16 make it apparent that Paul is calling us to a communal maturity, not just individual maturity. The end goal is not numerous holy individuals, but one holy community. How does the communal nature of this make it easier? How does it make it harder?

What often divides our small group drawing us back to immaturity? How can we bear with one another in love?

According to verse 12, God provides people to help us in our spiritual journey. Who has played this role in your life? How could you play this role for others?

Considering verse 15, how is speaking the truth in love key to experiencing unity in the Church? How does truth without love lead to division? How does love without truth prevent authentic unity?

Pray for God to grant our small group unity as we pursue maturity in Christ together.