Sermons on Ephesian Elders:

A Farewell Message Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 7, 2025

Acts 20:13-38 teaches us that God sovereignly preserves his church through faithful elders.

Introduction Toward the end of his second term as the first U. S. president, George Washington announced his retirement from office in a letter addressed to the American people on September 17, 1796. Though many people feared a United States without Washington, the address assured the young ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Follow The Leader Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 19, 2016

In selecting additional shepherds (elders) for our congregation, we need to be aware of the way in which the Lord leads his people. Psalm 23 gives us insight into the compassionate leadership of Jesus.

1. Knowing the Shepherd A famous actor was once the guest of honor at a social gathering where he received many requests to recite favorite excerpts from various literary works. An old preacher who happened to be there asked the actor to recite the twenty-third Psalm. The actor agreed on the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shared Leadership Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 13, 2012

God's plan for the leadership of the local church is shared leadership by a group of godly elders.

The mission of our church is: To develop mature disciples who follow, serve and proclaim Jesus as Messiah. As the elders developed that mission statement at our retreat almost two years ago, we also began to develop a Biblical structure for the organization and leadership of our church that would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesians: A Life-Changing Letter (An Overview Of Ephesians)

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 6, 2024

A Life-changing Letter - An Overview of Ephesians - sermon by Gordon Curley (MP3 Audio only) (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The Background of the Letter: (a). The City (b). The Church (c). The Correspondence The Structure of the Letter (a). The Sections (b). The Purpose (c). The Ideas SERMON BODY: Ill: • Sports brand logos quiz. • Diadora • Umbro • Under Amour • New ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Brethren

Ephesians Chapter 1 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Nov 8, 2022

This is a detailed study verse by verse of Ephesians Chapter 1. You will need to analyze, synthesize, and then summarize to fit your need.

Ephesians Chapter 1 Eph 1:1 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints which are at Ephesus, and to the faithful in Christ Jesus: (KJV) 1:1 Paul, an apostle (special messenger, personally chosen representative) of Christ Jesus (the Messiah, the Anointed), by the will of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Three Prayers For The Ephesians" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 31, 2002

Three things we can be praying for one another. (#11 in the "Every Spiritual Blessing" series)

“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe.” A very interesting thing happened to me ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-19

Denomination: Orthodox

Practical Tips For The Ephesians

Contributed by Istvan Albert on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: Paul's division of Doctrines followed by Practical advises I.

Introduction: Paul's division of Doctrines followed by Practical advises I. Walk - appeal from a tide up man - in worthiness (vs.1b-2) - in love (v.3) II Keep the Unity - make every effort (personal responsibility) - of the Spirit - through the bond of peace III. Observe the examples of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Chapter 6- Ephesians Series

Contributed by David Thrower on Feb 14, 2006

This is a chapter of a book I am writing as a devotional on Ephesians. It has to do with Ephesians 4:11 and the office of the evangelist.

Chapter 11 As we continue to study the five-fold ministry gifts of Ephesians 4:11, one important ministry office comes into focus at this point – the evangelist. Normally when people think of the word “evangelist,” the mental picture is of a sweat-soaked man with big hair preaching in a tent and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Orthodox

The Calling - Ephesians 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 15, 2006

What’s the calling? God calling you to surrender yourself to Him! You responding to God’s call and saying “Yes, Lord! Not my will but your will be done!”

The Calling – Ephesians 3 On the lighter side of life: Bulletin Bloopers from beliefnet.com The pastor will preach his farewell message, after which the choir will sing, "Break Forth Into Joy." A songfest was hell at the Methodist church Wednesday. Remember in prayer the many who are sick of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Prayer For The Ephesians

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 17, 2001

Paul prays some specific prayer requests for these Christians... same for us.

PAUL’S PRAYER FOR THE EPHESIANS EPHESIANS 1:15-20 INTRODUCTION We have seen Paul describe to the Ephesians blessing after blessing and promise after promise. Now, Paul reveals what sort of things he has been praying for. Paul does the same thing in his letters to the Philippians and Colossians. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ephesians Chapter 2 Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Sep 8, 2008

Chapter two explores issues of salvation in some depth. As believers in Jesus Christ, we are actually the House of the Lord! Wow!

EPHESIANS 2 Pastor Eric July 13, 2008 1-3 (Read the verses, then the comments.) A. All people are naturally dead in trespasses and sin. B. The course of this world, and that of the “Prince of the Powers of the Air”, are one and the same. Satan is the fallen and sinful prince. C. Indulging in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ephesians Chapter 3 Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Sep 8, 2008

Paul here goes into some detail about his own call and his aims with the Ephesians believers. It was clearly his fondest wish that all believers understand who we are in Christ.

Ephesians Chapter 3 Pastor Eric July 27, 2008 (Read verses, then comments.) (1-3) Paul, building upon the closing thoughts of chapter 2, refers to himself as the prisoner of the Lord Jesus Christ for the sake of the Gentiles. Note that Paul did not refer to himself as the prisoner of the Roman ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ephesians Chapter 4 Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Sep 8, 2008

Now this great book begins to address many things in how we should live as believers. "Rich" and "powerful" are two good words for Ephesians 4.

TRUTHS FROM EPHESIANS IV (Ephesians Chapter 4) Pastor Eric J. Hanson August 10, 2008 This is the fourth in this series of messages entitled “Truths From Ephesians”. It’s time to really review, so that we do not forget what we have already learned from this great book of the Bible. Here’s our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Paul's Prayer for Believers is found in Chapter 1 of the Ephesians. How and when to pray and thank God...

Day 3 Read: Ephesians 1:15-23 Paul’s Prayer v. 15. For this reason: These blessings – election, adoption, redemption, forgiveness, unity in Christ, and ultimate restoration of all creations. v.16. Give thanks: It does not merely say “thank you”, but beyond such as active witness in day today ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Methodist

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Unity is our strength to spread the Gospel. Unity is maintained by love, forgiveness and acceptance of one another's weaknesses and strengths.

Day 5 Read Ephesians 3:1-13 & Ephesians 3:14-21 3: 1 Unity: Unity among the single community was ancient unity but now he talks about unity among various classes, races and nationalities 3:3, 5 & 6,11.Mystery: Though all men are created equal still many nations held themselves as high and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:13-21

Denomination: Methodist