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Whatever It Takes Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 18, 2006

based on 45 ratings

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First of a 6 part series encouraging believers to do "whatever it takes" to deepen their walk with Jesus.

A recent study showed 40 to 45% of American adults make one or more resolutions each year. Among the top new years resolutions are resolutions about weight loss, exercise, and stopping to smoke. Also popular are resolutions dealing with better money management / debt reduction. The following ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12, Ephesians 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

"Election Changes Our Perception" - Too Good Not To Be True-Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rob Willis on Jan 26, 2006

based on 6 ratings

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Part 2 of a 4 part mini-series on blessings we have in Christ from Ephesians 1, focusing on election. I purposefully avoid the controversy and state the significance of this blessing for our lives.

I want to begin my message with a hate speech – about the Yankees. (elaborate on how they are the Sox nemesis; you admire them because they get the best players; but the responsibility after they have an all-star at every position is for them to play. They have everything they need to win, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Say It Anyway" - Too Good Not To Be True-Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rob Willis on Jan 30, 2006

based on 18 ratings

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Part 3 of a 4 part mini-series on the three blessings of God from Ephesians 1, focusing on the blessing of adoption as sons and daughters.

“Focusing on Truth – a study in Ephesians” Lesson Four: “Too Good Not to Be True – part 3” Subtitle – “Say it anyway!” Ephesians 1:4-8 First - Read Ephesians 1:4-8 - PRAY There are few affirmations that are more important to the overall well-being of a child than the loving affirmation of parents. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Paul, Apostle Of Jesus To The Saints In Ephesus The Faithful Of Christ Jesu Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 9, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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Sermon series on the Book of Ephesians. This is part 1.

This sermon was preached by Rev. Larry C. Brincefield on Wed., October 27, 2004 Title: Ephesians #1 Text: Ephesians 1:1 Introduction 1. Introduction to Ephesians A. Paul wrote the book of Ephesians while he was a prisoner in Rome. Ephesians isn’t the only book that he wrote from prison… He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1

Denomination: Nazarene

Why Praise? Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 9, 2005

based on 8 ratings

| 3,890 views

Sermon Series on the Book of Ephesians

Sermon preached by Pastor Larry C. Brincefield on Wednesday, November 3, 2004 Title: Why Praise? Text: Ephesians 1:1-6 Introduction 1. If you remember from our study of Philippians some time ago… Even in the midst of being in prison… Facing a potential death penalty… Paul was able to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

It's Not About You

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

based on 11 ratings

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An overview of Ephesians teaching that believers live for and by the power of Christ.

It’s Not About You Ephesians Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: “It’s not about you. The purpose of your life is far greater than your own personal fulfillment, your peace of mind and your happiness.” That’s how Rick Warren begins his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making Your Father Smile Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

based on 7 ratings

| 4,474 views

Worship as enjoying and bring joy to God--the purpose for which we were made.

Making Your Father Smile Ephesians 1:3-14 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: One of golf’s most interesting moments came in the 1870’s when a Scotchman came to America to promote the new game. To publicize the effort, his company ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Benefits Of Being In Christ

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jun 21, 2005

based on 164 ratings

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We are valuable. We have sufficiency. We have security in Christ!

The Benefits of Being In Christ Ephesians 1:1-6 "Paul an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, to the saints who are at Ephesus, and who are faithful in Christ Jesus: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Are Accepted In God's Family!

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 4, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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When I was 12 years old, I tried out for a little league baseball team, but because of my deficient athletic ability, I was cut from the team. However, the second year I tried out for the team, I made a position on the team! What made the difference?

YOU ARE ACCEPTED IN GOD’S FAMILY! When I was 12 years old, I tried out for a little league baseball team, but because of my deficient athletic ability, I was cut from the team during tryouts. However, the second year I tried out for the team, I made a position on the team! What was the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: *other

Divine Blessings

Contributed by David Welch on Nov 17, 2006

based on 5 ratings

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Message touching the multiple blessings of God recorded in Eph 1

Divine Blessings Introduction Bless the LORD, O my soul! O LORD my God, You are very great; You are clothed with splendor and majesty… Psalm 104:1 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget none of His benefits; Who pardons all your iniquities, who heals all your diseases; Who redeems your life from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Know You Are Forgiven Series

Contributed by Gary Landsberg on Nov 25, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 3,932 views

There are many different responses to the offer of forgiveness that Christ offers us. The gift of forgiveness is needed by all, no matter what one may feel or think.

ACCEPTING THE FORGIVENESS OF CHRIST INTRODUCTION EPH 1:3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. 4 For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power Of Praise During Personal Struggles

Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 27, 2006

based on 17 ratings

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Praising Jesus for who we are in Him gives us the framework for finding victory and comfort during difficult times.

The Power of Praise during Personal Struggles Ephesians 1:1-14 As we read this passage, here are the three keys to learning the lesson we will focus on today. Before we being, let me tell you this: this is a rich passage of scripture. There is so much here that we could literally spend 6-7 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Blessings In High Places Series

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Feb 16, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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The first in a series on the riches of Christ in Ephesians, introducing the blessings won for us by Christ and the importance ofr them being ’in the heavenly places’

Introduction We have just read the beginning of Paul’s letter to the Church at the city of Ephesus, in Asia Minor, or the country that is today called Turkey, although some people think that it was orginally a circular letter sent around from Church to Church. This is the first in a series in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Salvation Army

Spiritual Blessings - Ephesians 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 26, 2006

based on 11 ratings

| 10,979 views

Paul reminds us that we are blessed spiritually if we are part of the faithful.

“Spiritual Blessings” – Ephesians Chapter 1 On the lighter side of life: A Christian Puppy A Baptist couple decide that they want to get a dog. As they are walking down the street in town, they notice that a sign in the pet shop is advertising "Christian Puppies." Their interest piqued, they go ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying To A Sovereign God Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 3, 2006

based on 18 ratings

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God’s sovereignty is an incentive to prayer because it assures us that when we pray for things that accord with his will, he’ll gladly do them.

Let me ask you something. Did you notice who’s at the centre of Paul’s thinking as he begins this letter to the Ephesians? Who is it who takes centre stage in the life of the Church? Who is it that the church is entirely dependant on for their very existence? There’s the answer in the first ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-23

Denomination: Anglican

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