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Ephesians 4: But to each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it. That is why it says: “When he ascended on high, he led captives in his train and gave gifts to men.” © Mike Breen

Ephesians 4: (What does “he ascended” mean except that he also descended to the lower, earthly regions? He who descended is the very one who ascended higher than all the heavens, in order to fill the whole universe.) © Mike Breen

Ephesians 4: It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. © Mike Breen

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Jesus the Teacher Often called “Rabbi” or “Teacher” The Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 5 – 7 Luke 4:32 “They were amazed at his teaching, because his message had authority.” © Mike Breen

Jesus the Teacher One who grasps Truth, is excited by it and who holds it out for others to receive. The teacher provokes others to explore truth. © Mike Breen

Jesus the Teacher Enjoys: reading and studying the Bible helping others understand the truth © Mike Breen

Jesus the Teacher Words that describe a teacher: Trains, coaches, instructs, changes and enlightens The Teacher in everyday life: Lecturer, trainer, coach, demonstrator.. teacher! © Mike Breen

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The good and great shepherd of the sheep John 10: 11 “I am the good shepherd” 1 Peter 5: 4 “And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.” © Mike Breen Jesus the Pastor

One who shepherds the people, cares for others with a tender heart, sees needs. They confront as well as encourage. Pastors long to see Christians grow to their full potential. They can easily empathize with others and stimulate them to care. © Mike Breen

Jesus the Pastor Enjoys: seeing others grow one – to – one conversation showing hospitality can get burdened by other’s problems © Mike Breen

Jesus the Pastor Words that describe a pastor: Caring, sensitive, loving, confronting, supporting The Pastor in everyday life: counselor, parent, social worker, nurses, life coach © Mike Breen

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Jesus the Evangelist The Samaritan woman and Nicodemus in John 3 & 4 © Mike Breen

Jesus the Evangelist Evangelist means “bearer of Good News” One who brings good news and shares the message readily. Evangelists seek out and love spending time with non Christians. They know the gospel and make it relevant to non Christians. They provoke other Christians in their witness and give them boldness. © Mike Breen

Jesus the Evangelist Enjoys: building relationships beyond the church sharing their point of view encouraging others to witness © Mike Breen

Jesus the Evangelist Words that describe an evangelist: Enthusiastic, people gatherer, persuading The evangelist in everyday life: Salesman, enthusiastic story teller, journalist © Mike Breen

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Jesus the Prophet Jesus is prophetic in his pronouncements in Matthew 24 & 25, and in his actions in Matthew 21 : 12 & 19. He prophesies his own future in Matthew 17: 12 © Mike Breen

Jesus the Prophet One who hears and listens to God, foretelling and telling forth revelation from God They understand the time and what people should do. They provoke others to encounter with God and listen to him © Mike Breen

Jesus the Prophet Prophets enjoy: being alone with God, waiting on God listening to God © Mike Breen

Jesus the Prophet Words that describe a prophet: Waiting, retreating, seeking God’s heart The prophet in everyday life: Visionaries, futurists, people who speak out their perceptions, often the creative types © Mike Breen

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Jesus the Apostle Jesus is the sent one from God John 3:17 “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world…” Hebrews 3:1 “…fix your thoughts on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess.” © Mike Breen

Jesus the Apostle “Apostle” comes from the Greek work “apostolos” meaning “one who is sent out” The apostle is visionary and pioneering. They might plant or establish new churches. They provoke others to seek vision and start new things © Mike Breen

Jesus the Apostle The apostle enjoys: dreaming dreams and making them happen strategizing © Mike Breen

Jesus the Apostle Words that describe an apostle: Imagines, strengthens, initiates, excites, envisions others The apostle in everyday life: Entrepreneurs, explorers, business minded people like Bill Gates © Mike Breen

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Ephesians 4: It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.. © Mike Breen

Ephesians 4 : 13 …until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. © Mike Breen

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