Sermons on Ephesians 1:18:

Who Are You?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Oct 20, 2019

God wants you to be able to stand up, to be accountable and able to respond when someone asks what your relationship with God really means to you and how your relationship defines who you are in and through Him!

Illus. by Wayne Major There were three people in heaven who decided one day to play a round of golf at the heavenly country club. The first man stepped up to the tee, hit his drive, and watched as it headed straight for the water hazard. Just as the ball was about to land in the water, he raised ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:2-10, John 3:16, Hebrews 11:6, Ephesians 1:3-23, Psalm 68:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Better Than Ever - Water Into Wine Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 22, 2020

The custom is to serve the better wine first, then the watered down. But when Christ encounters the plain water, he makes all things better than before. As we age in life, we lose our zeal and become watered down, but CHRIST revives us to do greater things even in our older age.

2020.01.05 NEW YEAR MESSAGE for EEs (ELDER EARS) William Akehurst, HSWC John 2:1-11 The Cana Wedding – Water into Wine 1 And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there: 2 And both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage. 3 And when they ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 1:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Of The Father, For The Son, For You

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Apr 1, 2021

It is because of the Love of the Heavenly Father that we receive love because of what Jesus did for us on the cross. The love of the Father for the Son is so strong and real. This love includes US! We receive the same relationship with God the father because of His love of the Son.

Love of the Father for the Son for YOU John 3:35 (KJV) The Father loveth the Son, and hath given all things into his hand. The gospel of John, in a special sense, emphasizes the love in the divine Trinity of the heavenly Father for the Son. The words “love” and “Father” and “Son” occur more ...read more

Scripture: John 3:35, John 5:20, John 10:17, John 17:24, John 15:9-10, Romans 8:34, Hebrews 7:25, Hebrews 13:16, Philippians 4:18, Romans 12:1-2, Matthew 25:21, Ephesians 1:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Hope For The Hopeless Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 5, 2021

God has given us the ability to feel the emotion of hopelessness, so that we will look for the ultimate source of hope. I believe that the resurrection of Jesus is the greatest source of hope in the universe.

A. Happy Easter to everyone – I’m so thankful we get to worship the Lord on this Easter Sunday! B. As we get started, I want to share this cartoon – it really tickled me. 1. The cartoon shows Jesus telling the angel that resurrection morning: “I want you to fold up my burial clothes, wait for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-7, Ephesians 1:18-20, 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Open The Eyes Of Our Hearts

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 17, 2021

Paul spoke about the “eyes of the heart” being opened for all believers. How do we see God’s working in our lives? Do we have enough of God’s light in our lives to see His call on our lives? Do we have faith, and enlightenment, hope and power only as far as the eye can see?

Ephesians 1:15 – 23:  I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love[a] toward all the saints, and for this reason 16 I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. 17 I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: United Methodist

The Significance Of Resurrection

Contributed by Tim Melton on Mar 22, 2021

Resurrection power is not only for salvation, it is also our hope as we live the Christian life. (Ephesians 1:17-21).”

Can you imagine what it must have been like for the followers of Jesus on Saturday, the day after Jesus had been crucified? All was lost. Jesus was dead. They had given up everything to follow Jesus. Everything in them had sensed that He was truly who He said He was. They believed with all of their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-21

Sit, Walk, Stand Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 30, 2020

Pastor Nee saw three key words in these verses: Our position in Christ - SIT Our life in the World - WALK Our attitude toward the Enemy - STAND

Sit Walk Stand Ephesians Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 01-05-20 A Visit with Jim Right at the beginning of my time at Chenoa Baptist Church, I paid a visit to my friend Jim Probst. Jim is the executive pastor at Eastview Christian Church in Bloomington and a wise friend. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-21, Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s Prayer For A Greater Knowledge Of God.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 9, 2020

Paul’s Prayer for a Greater Knowledge of God.– Ephesians chapter 1 verses 15 to 23 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). That We Might Know God (vs 17b): (2). That We Might Know Gods Calling (vs 18a) (3). That We Might Know Gods Riches (vs 18b) (4). That We Might Know Gods Power (vs 19-23). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Many years ago, the prince of Grenada, who was an heir to the Spanish crown, • Was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Brethren

Use What The Good Lord Gave You

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Jun 2, 2020

At the moment we believe, we are baptized in the Holy Spirit and are empowered to do His will on this earth. This sermon can be heard at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGMPvQD5YYc

In his prayer, Paul prayed for the Ephesians to recognize & understand God’s power working in their lives. Notice Paul did not pray for them to be given power, for he knew they were given the power when they believed. >Sometimes we waste time praying for the power to witness when it’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-20, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do You Know What Kind Of Power You're Sitting On? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 14, 2020

Paul said he prayed for the Ephesians that they would "know... what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us." Why would Paul bother to pray that they'd KNOW such a thing, and why would it matter if we knew this power?

OPEN: The first church I served was in a quaint resort town called Hamilton, IN. It was a nice little town. A peaceful and quiet community. Well, except for that one time when the State police sent several officers as well as (pause) a bomb squad to the home of one of the residents there. It seems ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ascension Of The Lord

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jun 19, 2020

In Christianity, the bodily rising of Jesus into heaven on the 40th day after his Resurrection.

Reflection Today, we celebrate the Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ. In Christianity, the bodily rising of Jesus into heaven on the 40th day after his Resurrection. In many dioceses, the Feast of The Ascension of the Lord, which is really on Thursday of the 6th week of Easter, has been ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Ephesians 1:17-23, Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Other

When God Shows Up!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 5, 2020

Everything is subject to the Power of God and the Power God has given to Jesus, through Jesus powerful and phenomenal Gift of Salvation and relationship we possess, through the Power of The Holy Spirit of God!

When God Show’s Up 2 Timothy 1:7 ESV For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control A "POWERFUL" GROANER By Bruce Ball One day in the middle of the woods, a hawk, a lion, and a skunk were arguing about which one was the most powerful. The hawk said it was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, Ephesians 6:10, Ephesians 3:20, Ephesians 1:15-23, Luke 10:18-24, Luke 11:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"changing Your Story" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 20, 2020

Your worth is not your work. Your calling is not your career. Your value is not your vocation.

“Changing Your Story” Ephesians 1:15-23 When we meet someone for the first time we usually ask them several questions. What’s your name? What do you do? Where do you live? Clearly the first thing we want to know is their name. Often we pass our names along to the next generation. I did. I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Hope

Contributed by Ben Foley on May 31, 2021

Hebrews 6:19: We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.

We live in turbulent times. From a global pandemic to political controversy to mental health issues, racial tensions, suicides, and gun violence, storms are brewing and sweeping the world. In times like these, we find our emotions going from extreme highs to severe lows. It is as if we are being ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:19, Mark 4:37-38, Luke 6:38, Ephesians 1:18, 1 Corinthians 13:13  (view more)  (view less)

1st Advent - Hope

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 4, 2023

What is hope? Where do we find hope? How do we get hope? What do we hope in? Who do we put our hope in? We have something others are looking for – HOPE. We must be ready to share the Reason for our hope. Answer: My HOPE is built on nothing less than JESUS' Blood and Righteousness!

2023.12.03.Sermon Notes. 1st Advent – HOPE William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA. As we begin our ADVENT calendar, the 1st Advent is HOPE. What is hope? Where do we find hope? How do we get hope? What do we hope in? Who do we put our hope in? We have something others are looking for – hope. Share the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3, Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 11:13, Hebrews 12:1-2, Romans 8:24-25, Psalm 42:11, Romans 15:12-13, Isaiah 40:31, Psalm 31:24, Jeremiah 17:7, Acts 2:25-28, 1 Peter 1:3-9, Psalm 119:114, Romans 5:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 Peter 3:15, Ephesians 1:16-20, Matthew 7:24-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational