Sermons on Ephesians 1:1-20:

Stand Firm In Faith Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 16, 2019

A 4 part series offering hope in crisis that we can stand firm in our faith.

STAND FIRM - 1 May 19, 2019 I’m at a point in life where I really don’t like to go camping. No offense to you campers! I really prefer to be in a nice comfortable bed, with good showers, a breakfast buffet, a pool and a hot tub. I’m not asking for much, but that’s kind of my starting point. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-21, Ephesians 1:18-20, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

To Praise His Glory! Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 27, 2013

WE have plenty of reason to wake up and praise our great God!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We all need a reason to wake up in the morning. We need something to get our heart pumping. • I know when I get up to go riding on the bicycle I need something to get me out of the bed to go workout. • We need purpose! • We need a reason for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Know His Power Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 4, 2013

When we start to grasp His power that He uses for us and in us, that should get the heart pumping!

INTRODUCTION • How many of you woke up with excitement and anticipation concerning the prospect of coming together with your brothers and sisters in Christ to worship? (I AM TAKING NAMES ) • Does the thought of waking up each day knowing you get to serve the Lord excite you? Or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All Blessings Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 7, 2013

Try to understand the blessings of God upon all of us. Varieties of Blessings form a single source, Christ Jesus.

06.10.13 “Heavenly Blessings” - Ephesians 1:3-14 Illustration: In 1822 a boy was born to a Poor German Pastor. His name was Henry Seligmann. When he was 7 years old he was attracted by a drawing depicting “Troy City” was burning in fire. He also believed that the novel “Iliad and Odyssey” was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Methodist

Blueprints Of The Universe Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 28, 2014

How is that God knew whom He was going to choose before the universe began? And how does that speak to God's fairness?

o understand Ephesians 1:4 we need this week to head back to the gospels: John’s gospel, to be specific, and chapter 6. John 6:37-44, 63-65. introduces us to the subject of God making choices. Jesus has just fed thousands of people and also walked on water. The people follow Him to the other ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Does God Like Me? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Feb 2, 2014

Even after you come to know Jesus we often feel that though God may love us because of Jesus, He doesn’t like us very well. Learn the truth about how God feels about you and the destiny He has for you.

As God chose us (vs 4), picked us out from among others, before the universe began, so now He sets the course of the universe to a particular outcome for us—that in essence is predestination. Predestined us The Greek word pro-orizo means “to set a boundary, to mark out a thing in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:5-6

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What God Thinks Of You

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Feb 3, 2014

Inspiring key truths about our God's love and blessings for us

EPHESIANS # 1 Who could have predicted the astonishing success of social media? I remember visiting our daughter, Christine, when she was working at a college just outside of Boston in 2006, and hearing about something called “Facebook.” She told that students were crazy about it. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What A Way To Pray Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Feb 3, 2014

When God opens our understanding, amazing revelation follows

EPHESIANS # 2 From the first part of Chapter 1, we learn these transforming truths. “I am blessed... with every spiritual blessing!” “I am included in God’s family by His design and will.” “I am valued because He invests His grace in me.” “I am ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"I Am Appreciated" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 4, 2014

Living in our identity as appreciated saints.

“I Am Appreciated” (Ephesians 1:15-23) In a series called “I Am” when we’re talking about ourselves, I realize there’s a danger of our egos getting involved, especially when the title is “I Am Appreciated”. But remember Paul is talking to people that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

The Centrality Of Christ Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 7, 2014

Second week of the Ephesians Series. God designed the Church to Be Christ centered. If we are Christ centered we will speak well of God and fulfill our purpose.

Intro: We said last week that the culture is opposed to the person and principle of Jesus Christ. We must remember that we are chosen in Christ to please and praise God. We are continuing to clear our thoughts about the church with this powerful theology that encourages us to keep our lives ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing God Personally Living For God Powerfully Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 7, 2014

Fourth week of this series. God offers a personal relationship that leads to a powerful life for His glory.

Intro: Andy Stanley tells the story of when he was 13 and learning the meaning of the phrase, "Actions speak louder than words." His dad was the Associate Pastor of First Baptist in Atlanta when the senior pastor was asked to resign. Charles Stanley was asked to preach on Sundays until a suitable ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Attributes Of God's Will

Contributed by John Romeo Verastigue Etis on Dec 8, 2014

This talks about the characteristics of God's Will that helps us to understand who He truly is.

Attributes of God's Will Read Proverbs 19:21 Because God is a Sovereign God, His plan will come to pass. He has the authority to do what He wanted to do. We are just a man and we cannot do what God can do. We are to be used by God as a vessel or an instrument in order to fulfill what God had ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:5-10

Denomination: Christian Church

3 Areas Where The Resurrection Power Of Christ Works In The Believer's Life

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 10, 2014

DEVIL-DISEASE-DECLARATION:The resurrection power of Jesus Christ gives us power 1. to overcome all the power of the devil. 2. over disease and sickness. 3. to declare the gospel of Jesus Christ with signs , wonders and miracles and win souls for Jesus

3 AREAS WHERE THE RESURRECTION POWER OF CHRIST WORKS IN THE BELIEVER'S LIFE 1. DEVIL The resurrection power of Jesus Christ gives us power to overcome all the power of the devil. The greatest demonstration of the power of God took place at the resurrection of Christ because Satan used all the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lent From Ashes To Alms

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 23, 2015

The Season of Lent is a time to live out discipleship in the world. A close look at how God rewards us as we journey these forty days of Lent From Ashes to Alms. How do you answer the call of Lent?

“Lent From Ashes to Alms” “Take heed that you do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise you have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.” Matthew 6:1-4 Intro: Many years ago I was pastor of an average church that had about 65 in Sunday morning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4, Matthew 6:21, Ephesians 1:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Redeemed By Grace Series

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 27, 2015

Grace is received at salvation and every day of the believer's life. It is the way to victory.

Redeemed by Grace Ephesians 1:7-10 As usual, I am very excited about this sermon from Ephesians 1. I suppose most pastors feel that way from week to week. Ill. I am reminded of the three boys at school who were bragging about their daddies. One said, “My dad scribbles a few words on a piece ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-10

Denomination: Baptist