Ephesians 4:11-12: He gave some, _ ; and some, _ ; and some, _ ; and some, _ and _ ; for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ.

• A. Apostles, prophets, pastors, deacons, elders
• B. Prophets, apostles, doctors, teachers, pastors
• C. Apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, teachers
• D. Evangelists, missionaries, pastors, elders, teachers

Answer: (C)

The main idea being tested is how Christ equips the church with specific leadership roles to prepare believers for service and to build up the body. The passage lists five distinct gifts: apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. This exact set is what the verse describes as given by Christ to the church. Each role serves a purpose: apostles and prophets provide foundational leadership and revelation, evangelists proclaim the gospel, pastors shepherd and care for the flock, and teachers instruct in sound doctrine. The intended outcomes are clear—perfecting or maturing the saints, enabling the saints to do ministry, and edifying or building up the body of Christ in unity and love. Other options introduce roles not named in this text (like doctors or missionaries) or mix terms differently, so they don’t align with what this passage specifies.