Please stand with me, lift your Bibles, and repeat after me:
This is my Bible.
I am what it says I am.
I can do what it says I can do.
I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be.
Today I will learn more of the Word of God.
The indestructible, never-ending, living Word of God.
I will never be the same.
I will never be the same.
In Jesus' name.
Amen!
Before you sit down, say good morning to your brothers and sisters.
God Has Everything You Need: Never Too Far from His Love
Scripture Text: Ephesians 3:14-21
Introduction:
Have you ever felt as though you were lacking something essential?
Maybe you’ve felt distant from God, wondering if He’s still there or if He cares about your needs.
Today, I want to assure you of this truth: God has everything you need.
Whether you need peace, guidance, or hope, our Heavenly Father is not far off, and His love is ever-present to rescue, redeem, and restore you.
Let's explore this through the rich and powerful words found in Ephesians 3, a prayer from the Apostle Paul that speaks to the depth of God's love and the fullness of His provision.
1. God’s Boundless Provision (Ephesians 3:14-16)
“For this reason, I kneel before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being…”
Paul begins his prayer by reminding us of **God’s glorious riches**. These riches are not material but are far greater—spiritual strength, power, and divine provision. This is the God who has everything you need, not only in your physical life but in your spiritual journey.
God never lacks; He is the source of all strength.
- When you feel weak or inadequate, turn to Him. He provides power through His Holy Spirit, enabling us to face challenges, resist temptation, and live in His strength.
God’s riches are vast and never depleted. Whatever you need—comfort, strength, wisdom—He has it. Don’t hesitate to ask Him, as Paul does, for strength and power in your inner being.
2. Never Too Far from God’s Love (Ephesians 3:17-19)
"…so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God."
One of the enemy’s greatest lies is that you are too far gone to experience God's love. But Paul’s prayer dismantles that lie. He prays that we might comprehend the immeasurable dimensions of Christ’s love—its width, length, height, and depth. God’s love is limitless!
- God’s love reaches to the farthest places, to the broken, the lost, and the hurting.
- Even when you feel unworthy or distant from God, His love pursues you.
- You can never fall too far, wander too far, or sin too far that God’s love cannot reach you.
Paul wants you to know this love that surpasses human understanding. When you are filled with God’s love, it transforms your heart, your mind, and your life. God’s love restores what is broken, heals what is wounded, and redeems what seems lost.
3. God Rescues, Redeems, and Restores (Ephesians 3:20-21)
"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen."
God’s ability to rescue, redeem, and restore is beyond what we can even comprehend. Paul ends his prayer by proclaiming that God can do “immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine.”
- God rescues us from our sin, from darkness, from the power of the enemy.
- God redeems our brokenness. He takes what is shattered and brings beauty from the ashes.
- God restores our relationship with Him, our hope, and our future.
When we bring our broken pieces to Him, God does more than just put us back together—He restores us fully and abundantly. He goes beyond our expectations, because His power is at work in us.
Trust in God’s Provision and Love
You may feel like you are in a place of need today—perhaps spiritual, emotional, or physical. But be encouraged: God has everything you need. You are never too far from His love, and His hand is always ready to rescue, redeem, and restore.
Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3 reminds us of the depth of God’s love and His ability to work in our lives in unimaginable ways. Let us trust in Him, knowing that He is the source of all we need. As we grow in faith and in the knowledge of His love, we will see His power at work in us and through us, doing immeasurably more than we could ever ask or imagine.
Let us pray:
"Father, we thank You that You are a God who provides all we need. Help us to remember that we are never too far from Your love, and that You are always able to rescue, redeem, and restore. Fill us with the fullness of Your love and strengthen us by Your Spirit. In Jesus' name, Amen."
God has everything you need, and He is never far from you. No matter where you are in life, turn to Him, for He rescues, redeems, and restores beyond what you can imagine.
Altar Call for Prayer
As we close this service, I want to extend an invitation to each of you. God has spoken through His Word today, reminding us that He has everything we need and that His love is never far from us. If you find yourself in a place of need today—whether it is spiritual, emotional, or physical—I invite you to come forward for prayer.
This altar is open, and God is here to meet you.
1. For Those Needing to Experience God's Love
If you’ve felt distant from God or if you're struggling to believe that His love reaches you, I invite you to come forward. God’s love is wide enough, deep enough, and strong enough to cover anything you're facing. Today is the day to experience the fullness of that love. Let us pray with you and stand in faith for God’s touch in your life.
2. For Those Needing God’s Provision
Perhaps you're in a situation where you feel lacking—whether it’s peace, strength, wisdom, or provision. God promises to meet our needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus. If you're feeling empty, weary, or uncertain about the future, come and let us pray with you. God is more than able to provide what you need.
3. For Those Seeking Rescue, Redemption, and Restoration
Maybe you've been struggling with brokenness—whether it’s a broken heart, a broken relationship, or even a broken spirit. You may feel lost, but God is a God who rescues, redeems, and restores. If you are longing for healing or a fresh start, step forward in faith. God can do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine, and He wants to work in your life today.
A Call to Step Forward in Faith
Whatever your need is, do not hesitate to come. The prayer team is here to pray with you, to believe with you, and to stand by your side as God moves in your life.
As you come, trust that God will meet you here. This is your moment to lay down your burdens, to receive from Him, and to experience His power and love in a fresh way. Whether you need rescue, redemption, or restoration, God has everything you need—all you have to do is come.
Let us pray together as we respond to His call.
"Father, we thank You for Your Word today. We know that You have everything we need and that Your love is always present. As we come to the altar, we ask You to meet each person in their place of need. Rescue those who feel lost, redeem the broken, and restore what has been taken. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Come, as the Spirit leads.
