The Holy Spirit and the Church - Ephesians 4:1-6
The Holy Spirit and the Church
Ephesians 4:1-6
I believe in the Holy Spirit
- Who applies the work of Christ
- Who makes us holy
- Who unifies us
I believe in the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints
Book recommendation:
Keep in Step with the Spirit by JI Packer
HOME CHURCH QUESTIONS
1. When you think about the Holy Spirit, what images or ideas come to your mind? What Bible passages are most informative for how you think about the Holy Spirit?
2. Do you think there is more mystery surrounding the Holy Spirit than there is with the Father and the Son? Explain why.
3. Ephesians 1:3-14, 2:4-6, and 3:16-17 reveal a close relationship between the Spirit and the Son. Look at these passages (and/or John 16:14) and talk about the nature of this relationship. Based on these passages, how can we know if the Spirit is at work in our lives?
4. The 3rd Person of the Trinity is called “Holy” because one of His roles is to make us holy. Ephesians 5:18 refers to this as being “filled with the Spirit.” Explain what this means and how we can know if we are being filled with the Spirit. In what areas of your life can you become more controlled by the Spirit?
5. Ephesians 4:4 says, “there is one body and one Spirit.” Explain the relationship among the Spirit, the church, and unity. What does it look like for us to work for unity in the church? Why is this essential?
6. What is the universal, invisible church? What is the local, visible church? Which of these do you tend to emphasize? Why are both important?
Mission Highlight - The Java Pesisir Lor in Indonesia
The Java Pesisir Lor are a coastal Javanese sub-ethnic group living along northern Java. Traditionally farmers and fishers, many now seek skills for urban and rural jobs. Most follow Sunni Islam, though many practice mystical Sufi traditions and local rituals. They need better access to water, jobs, and economic development, as well as exposure to the gospel. Pray for workers to share Christ, plant churches, and for a Disciple Making Movement to multiply among the Pesisir Lor.
Finances
Weekly Budget 34,615
Giving For 10/05 33,185
Giving For 10/12 24,028
YTD Budget 519,231
Giving 447,046
OVER/(UNDER) (72,185)
The 2025 OCC Season Begins!
Operation Christmas Child is a global project of Samaritan’s Purse that shares God’s love with children in need through gift-filled shoeboxes. Each box is packed with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items — and every child who receives a box also hears the life-changing message of Jesus. For step by step instructions on how to pack a shoebox and guidelines on what you can and cannot include,
go to www.fellowshipconway.org/occ.
Here’s how you can join the mission right here at Fellowship:
• Shop Smart, Pack More - Visit The GO Store in Downtown Conway for approved shoebox items at a fraction of retail cost — you may be able to pack 2 or 3 boxes for the price of 1! Be sure to bring your boxes back to Fellowship during collection week!
• Build a Shoebox Online - Share God’s love without leaving home! In just a few clicks, you can choose toys, hygiene items, and school supplies, add a note and photo, and send joy to a child in need. To learn more go to: fellowshipconway.org/occ
• Serve During Collection Week - We need MANY volunteers for National Collection Week, November 17–24. Sign up today through the Fellowship app (tap the OCC icon)
or at fellowshipconway.org/occ
New to Fellowship?
We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift.
Join a Home Church
Home Church small groups are about building a deep community where we are transformed into the image of Christ and serve a broken world for the sake of the gospel. If you are not in a Home Church, we encourage you go to fellowshipconway.org/homechurch or stop by the Connection table in the Atrium.
How to study your bible - Led by Chris Moore
Go deeper in God’s Word - Learn how to study Scripture for yourself! Join us for Part 3 of “How to Study Your Bible” beginning November 16 - November 30, 9:00 a.m., and gain tools to understand, engage with, and live out God’s Word. Sign up at fellowshipconway.org/equipping.
Fall Widow’s Luncheon
We hope you can join us on Thursday, November 6, 12:00 p.m. for the Fall Luncheon. Our special guests will be Dr Tom and Joanie Roberts. Dr Roberts will be sharing about orthopedics and having a time of Q&A. Chef Tara will be developing a five-course menu along with a dessert from Joanie. Please RSVP by Monday, October 27, to Judy Roach, 501-329-3535, or Ambra Austin, 501-730-6795.
Let’s Make a Difference Together!
Fellowship is deepening our connection with Theodore Jones Elementary—where one of our Home Churches has already been building meaningful relationships with students and families. This fall, we have two amazing ways to serve and show the love of Christ right here in our community:
• Join the fun by serving at the school’s Fall Festival event
• Help provide, pack, and deliver Thanksgiving boxes to families in need.
Let’s come together to invest in these students and their families with time, care, and encouragement. You can be part of making a real local impact—get all the details and sign up at
fellowshipconway.org/register.