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Ephesians
Contributed by Robert Butler on Jul 6, 2026 (message contributor)
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1. Ephesians: Paul's Perfect Prose Or Poetry #1
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
There are three stages of faith from awareness, to a spiritual guide and on to maturity
The Book of Ephesians is written by Paul. It centers on Paul's deep relationship with the city of Ephesus and his desire to strengthen the multi-ethnic church. They were a new church learning what it meant to be a follower of Jesus Christ. We will be studying this book to strengthen The ...read more
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2. Ephesians: Theology Sparknotes #2
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
Doctrines (theological concepts) are worthless if we lose the love at the center of all God’s intentions for his people, his church and this world.
Last week, we referenced the three stages of faith from awareness, to a spiritual connection and then on to relationship and maturity. Church scholars have used various Christian terminology for this process; words like: regeneration/conversion, justification and on to sanctification. This week we ...read more
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3. Ephesians: Praying Paul #4
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
Paul’s prayer for us was to know God, the hope of his calling and the power Our belief in Jesus gives us access to Him who presides over all.
Last week, Juan jumped into our journey through the book of Ephesians by discussing the idea of being redeemed by Jesus, to live a life in Jesus, to extend grace through the Good news of Jesus to others. This week we will continue our walk through the book by looking at seven powerful verses in ...read more
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4. Ephesians: Fallen Nature #5
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
Due to our sinful and imperfect nature, there is only one way we are allowed to enter the presence of a perfect God, through Jesus. This is an outline
Last week, Bob and Kevin jumped into our journey through the book of Ephesians by discussing the idea of being of Paul’s prayer for the early followers highlighting his prayer requests for them to:know God better, know the hope of His calling, know His (God’s) incomparably great power for believers ...read more
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5. Ephesians: Alien Rights #6
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
Paul proclaims that through Jesus’ blood that God has demolished every dividing wall—especially between Jews and Gentiles—so that all who trust in Christ are fully adopted into one new family with equal access to the Father.
Last week, I jumped into our journey through the book of Ephesians by discussing the idea that there is only one way we are allowed to enter the presence of a perfect God, through Jesus. This week we will continue our walk through the book by looking at 11 verses. If you brought your bible or have ...read more
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6. Ephesians: Grace #7
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
The main point is that Jesus calls anyone who confesses Him as Christ to deny self, embrace the cross, and live as God’s grace‑filled servants—no longer demanding “save my life now,” but trusting Him to make us His family forever
Last week, Jennifer jumped into our journey through the book of Ephesians by discussing the idea we are all different in our stories of how we came to know Christ but we all have inherited the same gift. This week we will continue our walk through the book by looking at 13 verses. If you brought ...read more
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7. Ephesians: Maturity #8
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
The main point of this message is that while it is good and right to pray for everyday needs like guidance, protection, deliverance, provision, and success, Christians must also regularly pray...
Last Sunday, Juan continued our walk through the letter to the Ephesians by highlighting that Jesus calls anyone who confesses Him as Christ to deny self, embrace the cross, and live as God’s grace-filled servants—no longer demanding “save my life now,” but trusting Him to make us His family ...read more
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8. Ephesians #9 Can’t We All Get Along
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
God’s primary rule for his family is that we (as believers) must live in unity—doing the hard work of humility, gentleness, patience, and bearing with one another—rather than demanding uniformity.
Last Sunday, Juan continued our walk through the letter to the Ephesians by highlighting that Jesus calls anyone who confesses Him as Christ to deny self, embrace the cross, and live as God’s grace-filled servants—no longer demanding “save my life now,” but trusting Him to make us His family ...read more
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9. Ephesians #10 Grace And Responsibility
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
God’s grace not only saves us into his family but also equips every believer with unique gifts and responsibilities, so that together as Christ’s body (not as fans), we are actively sent to build up the church and impact our world.
Last Sunday, we walked through Ephesians 4:1-6. I shared the primary rule for those in the Christian family is unity, doing the hard work of staying together through humility, gentleness, patience and bearing with one another. Unity is not uniformity. It's the ultimate alternative lifestyle ...read more
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10. Ephesians New Life #12
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
The Christian life is not a modification of the old, but a transformation of our nature
Last week, Suzie did an amazing job reminding us of Paul's call to focus on changing our thinking through what we feed our mind. She encouraged us to feed more on Jesus than the sin we used to enjoy. As we begin with the next seven verses, I am inviting a new friend Jessie forward to help ...read more
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11. Ephesians And Work #13
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
God created us to work with him and for him, so our everyday jobs deeply matter to God and should be done as worship, not just for a paycheck or human approval.
Last week, Peter, Jesse and I reviewed 7 verses and shared the idea that a new life isn't just a feeling. It’s a new life that is accompanied by a new set of behaviors. Behaviors only possible when the power of the Holy Spirit is evident in a person. This week we are going to focus on a single ...read more
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12. Ephesians #14 Face Palm
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
These verses are often called the "Golden Rule of Communication." In other words, communicate with others as you would have them communicate with you stressing empathy, clarity and kindness.
Last week, Vince and I spoke about Ephesians 4:28 and the heart of the idea that God created us to work with him and for him, so our everyday jobs deeply matter to God and should be done as worship, not just for a paycheck or human approval. This week we will dive into the next four verses often ...read more
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13. Ephesians - Alive! #17
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
If Christians want to live wisely, they must actively listen to the Holy Spirit and obey Him in everyday life. The Spirit is not presented as decoration for the Christian life, but as the one who empowers, guides, corrects, and shapes believers into Jesus’ likeness.
Last week, Jennifer and Shaun did an excellent job of getting to the heart of Paul’s intent of the scripture that a true spiritual awakening is followed by changes in both our thinking and our doing. It’s not a behavior modification program. It’s a heart replacement surgery. Those words from last ...read more
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14. Ephesians - Parent’s Manual #19
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
Biblical parenting is about creating a godly environment, calling children to obedience and honor, and faithfully passing on spiritual life to the next generation
Last week, Juan and Suzie shared Paul’s intent in Ephesians 5:21-33. We learned that marriage is about practicing biblical love, respect, and submission. And to model our love and obedience like Jesus love for the church and how we are called to obey our Heavenly Father. This week we move from ...read more
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15. Ephesians - Momma’s The Boss #20
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
A godly mother serves faithfully as unto the Lord, trusting that God sees her sacrifice and rewards her labor.
Last week, we covered the idea that Biblical parenting is about creating a godly environment, calling children to obedience and honor, and faithfully passing on spiritual life to the next generation. This week we move from parenting to Motherhood. Being a mom is holy work when it is done as service ...read more
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16. Ephesians - Let’s Roll #21
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
The Christian life is a defensive-and-offensive stand against spiritual deception
Last week, we covered the idea that biblical parenting, service unto the Lord and this week we continue to an underpinning idea most Christians would prefer not to discuss. It’s time to get ready for war and not just any war, but war with a person who is willing to fight to the death every time. ...read more
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17. Ephesians Let's Pray #22
Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
When believers stand firm in spiritual battle, they must keep praying in Spirit-led, relational, obedient, and persevering alignment with God so they can remain fearless and faithful in gospel witness.
Last week, we covered the idea of the war raging outside our view in the realm of the unseen. It’s a battle everyday to secure the only thing eternal in this world: the souls of every human. We are to put on the armor of God everyday so as to be prepared. I ended last week by teasing everyone with ...read more