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.

For what purpose did Christ come into the world?
What gracious promise does God make to His people?
Instead of consenting to His release, what did Christ's accusers now demand?
When He comes the second time, what title will He bear?
What other reason is given for keeping the Sabbath?
What does the prophet Isaiah, speaking for God through this Spirit of Christ, call the seventhday Sabbath?
Notwithstanding the lamb like appearance of this power, what is it ultimately to do?

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