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.

18. When asked by the rich young man the conditions of eternal life, to what did Jesus direct his attention?
How may we know that we are the sons of God?
For what is it profitable?
18. Knowing that the unbelieving Jews would still cling to their false ideas respecting the Sabbath, pray?
When are the saints to be like Jesus?
Where will all the saints then go?
By what are we to try them?

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