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5 Fundamental Truths About Our Gifts and Callings (Endnotes)

1. Ephesians 4:4. See also Ephesians 3:6: “This mystery is that through the gospel the Gentiles are heirs together with Israel, members together of one body, and sharers together in the promise in Christ Jesus.” Close

2. It is our belief that a person receives the new birth when he confesses Jesus is Lord and believes that God has raised him from the dead in accordance with Romans 10:9 and 10. Close

3. Additional verses that express this truth are: 1 Corinthians 12:12, “The body is a unit, though it is made up of many parts; and though all its parts are many, they form one body. So it is with Christ.”; 1 Corinthians 12:14, “Now the body is not made up of one part but of many.” Close

4. Exodus 31:2-5: “See, I have chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability and knowledge in all kinds of crafts–to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of craftsmanship.” Close