Gifts and Grace

• What does Paul refer to himself as in the phrase "I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord"?

  A prisoner
• What does being a prisoner of the Lord indicate about Paul?

  It indicates his devotion to God's will
• What does Paul urge followers of Christ to do in relation to his teachings?

  To live according to his teachings
• What is the definition of humility?

  Recognising one’s limitations and seeing the value in everyone
• How does gentleness manifest in behavior and attitude?

  It reflects kindness, mildness, and consideration
• What does patience allow a person to do?

  Endure difficult situations without becoming frustrated
• What does "bearing with one another" imply?

  Supporting each other’s shortcomings and differences
• What does "in love" signify in this context?

  Acting with compassion and care for others
• What does making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit involve?

  Being fully committed to fostering unity
• What does "unity" refer to in this context?

  The state of being joined as a whole
• What does the term "bond" mean in the phrase "bond of peace"?

  The joining of something through adherence
• What does "peace" signify in this context?

  A lack of disturbance or tranquillity
• What does the phrase "one body" refer to in Christian theology?

  The unity of believers as part of the body of Christ
• What does "one Spirit" refer to?

  The Holy Spirit dwelling within all believers
• What does "hope" refer to in this context?


  The confident expectation of eternal life and salvation
• What does "calling" imply in this passage?

  A divine purpose or mission individuals are meant to fulfill
• What does the phrase "one Lord, one faith, one baptism" emphasize?

  The unity of the Christian faith
• What is the definition of grace in the Bible?

  A free gift that God gives showing his undeserving love towards us
• What does "each" refer to in the phrase "each of us was given grace"?


  Every one of two or more people or things regarded separately
• How does God's grace present itself to believers?


  Through service, teachings, kindness, and more
• How do individual gifts and talents contribute to the Church according to Paul?

  They demonstrate God’s love and fulfill His Divine Plan
• What does God's grace serve to do for believers?

  Comfort, strengthen, and guide them through challenges
• What are the key components of living a life worthy of the calling?

  • Humility
  • Gentleness
  • Patience
  • Bearing with one another in love
  • Making every effort to maintain unity
• What is the significance of the phrase "one Lord, one faith, one baptism"?

  • Emphasizes unity in the Christian faith
  • Highlights the dual nature of Christ
  • Acknowledges the triune nature of God
• What are the various forms of God's grace?

  • Service
  • Teachings
  • Kindness
  • Prayer
  • Hospitality
  • Blessings
  • Forgiveness