Sermons on Ephesians 1:1-3:

God's Eternal Plan - All Things United Under Christ Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

Here we have a wonderfully concise yet comprehensive summary of the Christian gospel and its implications. Here we discover the wonder and intricacy of God’s eternal plan for his world and especially for his people.

You may have been following the reports, over the past few months, of the State Government Report prepared by Sir Rod Eddington on Melbourne’s East-West transport needs. The one thing that seems to have come out of that exercise and particularly since the Eastlink toll road opened is that the need ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

To The Praise Of His Glory

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. The letters of Paul characteristically follow a certain pattern: a. What God has done for man (indicative). b. What Man must do in response (imperative). 2. Recurring phrase in Eph. 1 draws attention to this pattern. a. "To the praise of his glory" (6, 12, 14). b. What we are must ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

For Seekers Of Every Spiritual Blessing

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 14, 2001

Know that God wants to bless with tremendous blessings (past, present, future)and it gives Him pleasure to do so.

For Seekers of Every Spiritual Blessing by Andrew Chan, PBC Vancouver, BC Ephesians 1:3-14 “…blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing…” Is it true? Many perhaps wonder where is this blessing. How can God be blessing. Look at the world… not much blessing, … But from the very beginning ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Blessings Of God Series

Contributed by Clark Frailey on Apr 25, 2004

The first sermon in a new series on Paul’s letter to the Ephesians with a background from Ephesians 4:1 - The application of walking worthy of the calling!

First Baptist Church of Cresson Sunday Morning - April 18th, 2004 Ephesians 1:1-14 Walking a Life Worthy of the Calling: The Blessings of God I. INTRODUCTION (v.1-2) a. Background: Ephesians – 10th book of NT. Paul writes to Church @ Ephesus i. He had founded during 3rd missionary ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Gods' Abounding Grace

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on May 10, 2004

Ephesians 1:1-12 2 June 2002 GRACE Favor or kindness shown without regard to the Worth or merit of the one who receives it and in spite of what that same person deserves. Grace is one of the key attributes of God. Exodus 34:6

I. The Introduction of Grace. (Vs-2) Grace and peace from God the father! II. The Demonstration of Grace. (Vs-4) Chosen in Him before the foundation of the world. III. The Benefits of Grace. a. Peace vs. 2 Lk. 1:79 Jn.14:27 Jn. 16:33 b. Blessings vs. 3 Heb.6:14 b. Adoption vs. 5 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Father Almighty Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 14, 2004

This sermon helps us understand what it means to affirm God as the Father Almighty in the first affirmation of The Apostles’ Creed.

Introduction As we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means to believe in God the Father Almighty. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gaining Spiritual Authority Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jun 22, 2004

Have we lost our spiritual authority and if so, how can we regain it? This begins a study of Ephesians.

What has become of the days of Charles Finney, Smith Wigglesworth, and Jonathan Edwards? Where are the days of the Welsh Revival, the Great Awakening, the Azusa Street Revival? Why do we have history but no present day application in the Pacific Northwest? Am I the only one asking these kinds ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's A Love Thing

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 12, 2004

What’s love got to do with it....Everything

“It’s a Love Thing” Ephesians 2:1-7 The book of Ephesians is described as the most profound book in the Bible. It is the only Pauline epistle that has nothing to do directly concerning the church of Ephesus, but is concerned with dealings that affect all Christians. He starts outside the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-7

Denomination: Apostolic

God Wants Us To Be His

Contributed by Michael Huddlestun on Mar 13, 2004

This is a sermon showing what God’s desire is for us.

Introduction: I want to start out today by taking a poll. All this takes is a simple show of hands. The question is this: How many of us have some idea as to what takes place when someone adopts a pet from the humane society? You first have to go and select the animal, and then you must adopt the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Every Spiritual Blessing Pt 1

Contributed by Lindsey Mann on Mar 27, 2004

A study of the first 3 verses of Ephesians

1:1 "Paul." What a great man Saul of Tarsus had now become. His greatness was not measurable in worldly terms because he was now a prisoner. He was shackled to a Roman guard for most of the time. Some even tell us that he was often standing in 18 inches of water. One thing is for sure: He was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Work Of The Trinity

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Mar 28, 2004

We were predestined to be children of God before the creation of the world. We were redeemed at Christ’s expense, and the Holy Spirit seals us for all eternity.

The Work of the Trinity Scripture References: Ephesians 1:1-14 2 Thessalonians 2:13 Mark 10:45 Hebrews 9:15 Other References: The Bible Knowledge Commentary 1. Introduction a. Yesterday we went to see The Passion of Christ. I have never been touched or moved by a movie like I was by ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Understanding The Baseline Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Nov 17, 2002

Ephesians Series #1 For us to walk worthy of the calling that God has given us, we must understand exactly the position He has placed us in. I would like to look at 7 things that should cause us to live a life that is worthy.

A Walk That is Worthy Part 1 Understanding The Baseline Text: Eph 1:1-10 Intro: This morning I would like to begin a series entiled “A Walk that is Worthy.” In the coming months we are going to be traveling through the book of Ephesians. In this process we are going to be hearing the heartbeat ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Called, Chosen And Faithful

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 24, 2002

Those who fight and gain the victory with Christ, the Lamb, are described as "the called, the chosen and faithful". This is a study of the significance of these descriptive titles given to the followers of the Lord Jesus Christ.

In this passage, we have three titles given as a description of those who, with Christ Jesus, battle with and gain the victory over the Harlot (the Apostate Church; that is, the Roman Catholic Church) and her political allies. In a broader context, these three titles are an accurate description ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:14, Ephesians 1:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Better Life In Christ Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 1, 2003

Enjoying a better life in Christ begins with an understanding of who the Bible says we are.

Ephesians 1:1-6 A Better Life in Christ Introduction Are you looking for a better life? You are not alone. People everywhere today are looking for a better life. Politicians know this, because in every presidential election, candidates declare how they will lead our country so we can all have a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Number One Draft Choice

Contributed by John Beehler on Jan 1, 2003

Through no effort or work on our part, we have been chosen and blessed.

Number One Draft Choice Well, here we are in the New Year. New Year’s resolutions, the end of our breaks from school and work, and the end of the College Football Bowl games marathon. How many here watched any of the bowl games offered this year? Did anyone get burnt out watching ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed