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  • James Dunn avatar

    You Are The Chosen And The Blessed Series

    Contributed by James Dunn on Jun 26, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
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    This is part 1 of a 13 part series of messages taken from the Book of Ephesians describing "The Power of a Blessed Life."

    You Are the Chosen and the Blessed Ephesians 1:1-14 I. You are Chosen by God: A. Chosen to be Holy. “…to be holy and blameless in his sight…” B. Chosen to be His Child. “…to be adopted as his sons through Jesus Christ…” C. Chosen According to His Will. “…according to the plan of him who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Hereford avatar

    Chosen By God

    Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jun 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
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    What does the Bible teach about election? In this message, Pastor Steve examines this subject in light of Ephesians 1:4.

    Ephesians 1:4 says, "Just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we would be holy and blameless before Him" (emphasis mine). The word “chose” is the Greek word eklego. It means “to pick out, select” (Vine) or “choose out for one’s own self” (Wuest). This word “indicates ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gary Landsberg avatar

    The Depth Of Christ's Love Series

    Contributed by Gary Landsberg on Jun 29, 2007
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     | 5,334 views

    Stop trying to earn your salvation and righteousness, and yield to the Love of the Savior and His righteousness.

    EPHESIANS SERIES EPHESIANS 1:1-6 THE DEPTHS OF THE LOVE OF CHRIST INTRODUCTION 1. Friends of Jesus, thank you for coming here today. I pray that you will see Jesus today, and know what call He has on your life. I also pray that you will allow The Holy Spirit to influence you to become more like ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mitch Davis avatar

    Because Of The Great I Am – In Christ, I Am… Series

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,320 views

    Jesus’ claim to deity means nothing if that claim wasn’t backed by the act of deity: salvation for mankind. Ultimately, those in Christ, as blessed with EVERY spiritual blessing.

    Because of the Great I Am – in Christ, I am… Theme: Counting all the blessings I have because I’m in Christ. Ephesians 1:3-14 INTRODUCTION A. Jesus’ claim to deity means nothing if that claim wasn’t backed by the act of deity: salvation for mankind. B. For those who accepted His claim, believed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Blessed!

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
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    Ephesians is rich and encouraging.

    1. We are in the beginning stages of an exciting study… • Ephesians is such a rich and encouraging book highlighting the great blessings of God in our lives. • It’s commonly been called the Alps of the New Testament. • A highpoint in all of the Bible! • What breathtaking and inspiring views we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Has God Done For You Lately?

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 1, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
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    God is the initiator of mercy and grace in our lives, and so much so that all we can do is respond with heartfelt gratitude and praise.

    Title: What Has God Done For You Lately? Text: Ephesians 1:3-14 The Big Idea: God is the initiator of mercy and grace in our lives and so much so that all we can do is respond with heartfelt praise. Introduction: My son and son-in-law and I watched the Bronco game against San Diego on Sunday… ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Child Of God Series

    Contributed by Amanda Wilson on Jan 8, 2008
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     | 3,228 views

    A lectio divina (meditation on the scriptures) using the song "Heart of God" by Amanda Wilson.

    Note: If you are not familiar with the meditative style of lectio divina please take 20 minutes and listen to the audio rather than just reading the script. Today we are going on a journey, a journey of the heart and soul using your mind, your thinking and imagination, to go on a a journey to meet ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Revisiting The Basics Series

    Contributed by Paul Shafit on Jan 14, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,582 views

    Spiritual blessings are the result of a life in Chris

    Paul wrote the letter to the church and the faithful believers at Ephesus sometime after his third missionary journey during which he spent three years teaching and nurturing them in the things of God. Many believe wrote it from a Roman prison. Ephesus was a major Roman city in the area called Asia ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Under His Feet And In His Hands

    Contributed by Ken Crow on Aug 7, 2010
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    Everything in our life can be put under the authority of Jesus Christ.

    Under His Feet And In His Hands Ephesians 1 (King James Version) Pastor Ken Crow Ephesians 1 1Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints which are at Ephesus, and to the faithful in Christ Jesus: 2Grace be to you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Chosen Yet Free Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 13, 2010
     | 3,574 views

    If man is predestined by God then does human free will even exist? If there is no free will how can God hold men accountable for their sin?

    Dakota Community Church September 12, 2010 Chosen Yet Free Ephesians 1:1-14 1Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, to the saints in Ephesus, the faithful in Christ Jesus: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3Praise be to the God and Father of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Rob Jansons avatar

    Adopted Series

    Contributed by Rob Jansons on Sep 14, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,954 views

    Second sermon that focuses on God the Father choosing us to be his children. It uses biblical, not theological, language to teach about election.

    This winter I want to dwell on the subject of salvation. Because the more we understand our salvation, the more we understand our identity as Christians, our mission as a church, and the more we appreciate and worship the God of our salvation. I’ve been gone a few weeks, so let me remind you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dan Cormie avatar

    Chosen Yet Free 2 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 19, 2010
     | 3,281 views

    Has God predetermined all the wickedness, pain, and destruction we see all around the world every day? If God waits on the choices of men in order to have relationship; does that deny His sovereignty?

    Dakota Community Church September 19, 2010 Chosen Yet Free 2 Let’s begin by standing for the reading of God’s Word! Ephesians 1:1-14 1Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, to the saints in Ephesus, the faithful in Christ Jesus: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Byron Harvey avatar

    A Choice Before Time Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Feb 5, 2007
     | 2,627 views

    Third in a series taken from Ephesians 1, this series delves into the riches that we know through our relationship with Christ.

    After last week, and my referencing America’s song “Tin Man”, and after hearing several folks tell me that they couldn’t get it out of their heads during the sermon, I hesitate to do the same again, but here goes. It was a Tuesday night staple in the Harvey household when I was a child growing up; ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Steven Chapman avatar

    Something To Sing About Series

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,198 views

    So lets begin to rediscover something to sing about by beginning where Paul began. From his declaration of God’s worthiness of our full-tilt, no holds barred worship, Paul includes three additional “to the praise of …” statements. Each statement is attach

    Something To Sing About Ephesians 1:3-14 What makes you sing? Not a little whispered song, but a belt out the volume song. (Share your answer with someone seated next to you.) It doesn’t take much to make me sing. It might be a simple statement made in a personal conversation that rings a bell ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Amazing Grace

    Contributed by Andy Anquoe on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,976 views

    It talks about God’s grace and why it’s so amazing.

    God’s Amazing Grace Ephesians 1: 3-10 When you hear the word “grace” what comes to mind? A cute little girl? The prayer you say before meals? Someone who moves effortlessly when dancing? According to some dictionaries, it’s: a special favor Good will towards others Temporary immunity But that’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist