Ephesians 4:12-13

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Ephesians 4:12-13

12to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ,
13until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God, as we mature to the full measure of the stature of Christ.
— Ephesians 4:12-13

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