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I. THE CHURCH IS CALLED CHRIST'S BODY.

1. All the senses are in the head for the guidance and protection of the body (Ephesians 1:22; Colossians 1:19; John 1:16; 1 Corinthians 1:30).

2. The variety and respective usefulness of the members in it (1 Corinthians 12:15, etc.).

3. The infirmities to which the various members are liable.

4. The concern of one member for another (1 Corinthians 12:26).

5. Its continual increase, etc. (Ephesians 4:12, 13, 16).

6. Christ, as its Head, has the preeminence, etc. (Colossians 1:18).

7. Without it, Christ would not be complete (Ephesians 1:23; Hebrews 2:13).

II. THE EDIFYING OF THE BODY IN MINISTRY OF THE WORD, consists —

1. In enlarging their views of gospel truths, in their importance, connection, and use.

2. In pointing out to them their sins and errors. "it is reported commonly that there is fornication among you," etc. (1 Corinthians 5:1, etc.). Galatians.

3. In getting before them their duty in their various connections in life.

(H. Foster, M. A.)

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KJV: For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ:

WEB: for the perfecting of the saints, to the work of serving, to the building up of the body of Christ;