Introduction

Kevan Ho continues our Rooted in Christ series with a deep dive into Ephesians 4, unpacking how the “alive” church in Ephesus started, and what Paul’s instruction to that church means for us today. He lays out a clear picture: we are called not just to individual salvation, but to maturity and transformation in Christ—together. We grow when we speak the truth in love, walk in grace-filled obedience, and commit to building up the body of Christ. This message invites Belay’ers to reflect on areas of spiritual immaturity and to reframe transformation as something we pursue, not just receive.

⌘ Space to Belong (Icebreaker)

• What’s the longest church service you’ve ever been to? Be honest—how did you feel about it?
• If your teenage kid (or inner teenager) visited a new church and said, “This place is alive!”—what do you think they’d mean?

⌘ Space to Believe (Scripture Focus)

Ephesians 4:1–16 (NIV)

14 Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming. 15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ.

Reflect:

• What stands out to you in this passage? Is there anything new for you to believe or obey?
• According to Paul, what are signs of spiritual immaturity? Which ones resonate with what you see in yourself or in the church today?
• How does truth + love = growth? Why do we often separate them?

⌘ Space to Become (Application)

1. What does “living worthy of the calling” look like in your life right now?
   • Kevan shared that it's easy to live a “comfortable, compromised life.” Where are you most tempted to check out spiritually?
2. Where in your life do you resist loving truth? Why?
   • We can all bristle at feedback. Reflect together on how you respond when someone offers correction or encouragement.
3. Who do you have in your life that can speak truth in love to you? Who would you like to invite into that space?
   • Consider giving someone permission to speak into specific areas (not just general accountability).
4. What would it look like to “build up the body” in your context?
   • Paul says every Christian has a grace—a role to play. What’s yours? Are you using it?
5. Kevan asked: What’s a specific “put off” + “put on” for you this week?
   • Use Ephesians 4:25–32 as a list to work from. Keep it practical and honest (e.g., “Put off tearing down texts, put on encouragement.”)

⌘ Space to Belay (Mission & Prayer)