For what purpose were these gifts bestowed upon the church?

Answer

"For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: . . .
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; but speaking the truth in
love, may grow up into Him in all things, which is the head, even Christ." Eph. 4: 12-15.

How does David express this same truth?
What kind of church would He thus be able to present to Himself?
What deliverance was thus made possible?
When Christ ascended, what did He give to men?
What else does the prophecy say the little horn would do?
What promise, through the prophet Malachi, does the Lord make concerning Elijah?
What did John see concerning this city?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle