Sermons on Ephesians 1:9-4:13:

In The Darkness Shines A Light

Contributed by Steven Davis on Jan 15, 2003

Considering the appearance of the Greeks who ask Philip to "see Jesus," the sermon reflects on this as an Epiphany story, and upon Jesus as the light of the world.

Words are interesting things. Sometimes all you have to do is look at a word and you can figure out within a few seconds what the word means, even if you’ve never seen the word before. “Christmas” is one of those words. Yes, I know we’ve all heard the word, but take a close look at it written ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36, Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

Does Your Mamma Love You?

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 13, 2002

God’s Word says: Can a mother forget the baby at her breast... Even if she does, I will not forget you! I have written your name on my hand!

Several of us go pick up the inner city kids and bring them to Bible classes once a week. One of the questions I like to ask the kids at Inner City is this: Does you mamma love you? They always answer, “Yes!” Then I ask them why and they tell me, “She has to, she’s my mamma!” You can’t ask ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10, Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Not About The Hand

Contributed by Judah Thomas on May 15, 2002

Encouraging believers that the body of Christ does not revolve around them, but they exist to serve others.

I was in the supermarket one day, and a lady came down the aisle whom I could barely see over the top of her groceries. I got somewhat frightened because she seemed to be heading straight for me. She screeched to a halt within a few feet of me, peered over her load, wagged her finger, and said, "I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-22, Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Help! I'm Sunk!

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 18, 2002

Without God’s power on the inside, all the instruction of God’s law can only condemn us. Thanks be to God for the power of Christ within!

Jesus gave us some amazing instructions. Matt. 6:19 "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Colossians 1:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Not Get To Heaven

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 19, 2002

A sermon outlining the ways people think they will get to heaven.

How to NOT Get to Heaven Various Scriptures May 19, 2002 Introduction There is a story of Billy Graham when he was visiting a city for one of his crusades. He had finished writing a letter and began to look for a place to mail it. Walking around the city for a while, he came across a young boy. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Matthew 15:6-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

The World's Greatest Mystery Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 20, 2002

Paul records for us a mystery better than Sherlock Holmes.

THE WORLD’S GREATEST MYSTERY EPHESIANS 3:1-6 (1) For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles – (2) if indeed you have heard of the stewardship of God’s grace which was given to me for you; (3) that by revelation there was made known to me the mystery, as I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-6

Last One In Is A Rotten Egg! Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

Part 10 of 10 of the series, Supernatural Transformation. Jesus finished strong. He wants us to not only finish the race but finish strong. And it is possible - even when you think it’s already "finished" that you are the rotten egg - IT’S NOT OVER YET! 

"LAST ONE IN IS A ROTTEN EGG!" Hebrews 12:1; Ephesians 1:18-23 Read at beginning of service: Ephesians 1:18-23 (NIV) 18 I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1, Ephesians 1:18-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002

Jesus in His great love for us, has given us the spiritul gifts necessary to serve Him wholeheartedly.

1. There continues to be a lot of confusion and misunderstanding surrounding the wonderful spiritual gifts of God. a. Yes… there’s been serious abuse and misuse b. And yes… that’s made people ignore and avoid them… c. There’s are tons misinterpretations & misrepresentations. BUT NONE of that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16, Ephesians 2:8-10, Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Walk That's Worthy

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002

Paul’s prayer for us is that we have a walk that worthy of the calling placed upon our lives!

Question: What’s your life like? How are you doing this morning? · I KNOW THAT’S a loaded question, because immediately we start to look at our circumstances. (Rich/poor - Buying/renting house – employed/unemployed) · Then we compare ourselves to others and measure that up. · Then finally we’ll ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, Ephesians 4:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Is Able

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002

No matter what you’re going through... He is Able!

OPEN YOUR BIBLES to Matthew 19 and Ephesians 3 1. Some things just seem impossible: I mean way out there! a. We look at it. We measure it up. We Estimate… b. Yup… that’s IMPOSSIBLE alright. Not gonna happen! c. Like the Broncos winning another Super Bowl! Just kidding. 2. According to Webster, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Ephesians 3:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unsearchable Riches Of Jesus

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002

The riches found in Jesus are inexhaustible!

OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO ACTS 2 and EPHESIANS 3 1. The Church of Jesus Christ is amazing… a. The ‘Church’ at large, across the face of the earth. b. Millions of people are worshipping Jesus Christ today. c. Enjoying His Presence, Proclaiming His Name… d. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is powerful… e. No ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Is Our Peace

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002

True Peace is only found in Jesus!

1. This world of ours has known war. a. Man against man… beginning with Cain & Able. b. Nation against nation… beginning with division at Babel. c. And to come in the last days, kingdom against kingdom. d. This morning there are many wars being fought across globe. In the over 3100 years of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

By Grace You Are Saved

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 24, 2002

It’s all about His grace!!!

OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO NUMBERS 4:4-6 & Ephesians 2.1ff 1. There is DEFINITELY a lot of interest in the occult today… · Movies are made, books are bought, experts are sought after. · Many are shelling out millions of dollars to have their fortunes told, to gain insight on the future, to know the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

That You May Know

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 24, 2002

Paul’s prayers are wonderful.

OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO LUKE 11:1 and EPHESIANS 1 1. In Luke’s gospel, LUKE records for us a time when the disciples had a important question. a. They were struggling with an issue. They were unsure… b. How are we supposed to pray? Read passage… 2. Prayer has been a topic of discussion for many ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Redeemed Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

The work of Jesus in redeeming us

Redeemed – Eph 1:7-12 Steve Simala Grant – July 22, 2001 Our passage this morning jumps into the middle of a long section of praise to God for His great blessings. The first section, vss. 3-6, elaborates on the blessings we have in God the Father, and this second section elaborates on the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-12

Denomination: Baptist