Sermons on Ephesians 1:9-20:

Lesson 5: The Content Of The Prayer Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 19, 2018

The Christian’s life is anchored in Jesus Christ. From our election in Him before time began, to the final salvation of which the indwelling Spirit is the guarantee, everything we need to live “to the praise of His glory” (1:12, 14) is found in Christ.

Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 1/23/17 Lesson 5: The Content of the Prayer (1:15-19) Ephesians 1:15-19 (NIV) 15 For this reason, ever since I heard ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Deadly Sins - Slothfulness

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 24, 2018

The Seven Deadly Sins - looking at Slothfulness and how we can overcome it.

Deadly? . . . Sloth? March 25, 2018 Well, I’ve saved the best for last! Today we’re ending our series on the 7 Deadly Sins, as we hope to learn how to avoid these traps and instead to draw closer to God so we can reach our FULL POTENTIAL. Last week, Eric told you about what it means to be a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14, Proverbs 24:30-34

Denomination: Baptist

Adoption Day

Contributed by Bobby Key on Oct 6, 2018

Our name does not define us, Christ does.

Our names say a lot about us. We put thought into what we name our children and our pets. Some of us even name our cars. Everything has to have a name. Some names are strong and powerful, some are humble and meek, and others…well… In April of 1940, a baby was born in New Jersey. This boy was one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14, Romans 8:14-17

A Profitable Investment

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 11, 2018

This message encourages believers to invest in their Faith in God!

I. "THEN I KNEW THAT THIS WAS THE WORD OF THE LORD. AND I BOUGHT THE FIELD OF HANAMEEL MY UNCLE'S SON, THAT WAS IN ANATHOTH, AND WEIGHED HIM THE MONEY, EVEN SEVENTEEN SHEKELS OF SILVER." A. This is one of the most striking incidents in the life of Jeremiah: 1. The transaction of the purchase of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, Mark 10:28-30, Matthew 19:16-22, Luke 9:23, Mark 8:34, Matthew 16:24, Genesis 12:1-6, Revelation 7:9-17, Hebrews 11:28-40, Ruth 4:10, Ephesians 1:14, 1 Corinthians 3:20, Hebrews 11:1, Jeremiah 32:8-9, Hebrews 11:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Team Mentality Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Oct 13, 2018

Who do you have around you? Did you know that there are people that were designed by God to do life with you? Did you also know that YOU were designed by God for others as well? This sermon outline examines the ministry team of Jesus and challenges us to choose well also!

Luke 5:1-11 (4) (10) INTRODUCTION • Today we find ourselves on the shores of Lake Gennesaret also called the Sea of Galilee and the Sea of Tiberias. Gennesaret is the more ancient name of the lake. This particular area has been widely known as extremely fertile. Josephus explains the region like ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-6, John 15:16, John 1:45, Proverbs 18:24, Luke 5:1-11, Ephesians 1:11-12, Luke 6:12-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

But God- Part 4 Of Our Revival 2018 Series Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Oct 31, 2018

preaced at the first night of our old fashined tent revival

“But God” October 1, 2018 1st night of tent revival Welcome Pray Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth Right here in chapter 1 of the bible The first page The first words We see the proof of the existence of God In the Beginning God God created the heavens ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

37. Election Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 5, 2018

Election comes down to the question, who does God elect to save and not save?

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 37 - ELECTION] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in prehistory ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-11, 1 Timothy 2:1-6, Luke 9:35, Romans 6:23, Hebrews 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

79. Revelation 8-12 - The Dragon Vs The Woman Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

We come face to face with the ultimate source of evil

IN GOD'S IMAGE 79 - REVELATION 8-12 - THE DRAGON VS THE WOMAN This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:9-10, Revelation 9:11, Revelation 9:2-3, Revelation 9:20-21, Revelation 11:15, Revelation 12:1-10, Ephesians 1:19-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Our God Is Able

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 26, 2018

After the Revelation of who we are in Christ - The Church (God’s Body), After the Revelation of our new name (Operating in God’s Authority), After the Revelation & Spiritual Comprehension of the vastness of God’s love, We see that OUR GOD IS ABLE...

Ephesians 3:14-21 INTRODUCTION There are two prayers recorded by the Apostle Paul in the book of Ephesians for the Ephesian Church. They are found in Ephesians 1:15-23 & Ephesians 3:14-21. • In Ephesians 1 - Paul is praying for his fellow Christians. His brothers and sisters in Christ. He prays ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Ephesians 1:15-23, Ephesians 2:1-10, Ephesians 2:11-22, Philippians 2:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Cosmic Reunion: God's Final Plan Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 11, 2025

This sermon unveils God's ultimate plan for history: to, at the perfect time, unite all things in heaven and on earth under the supreme headship of Jesus Christ.

Introduction I want you to think for a moment about the world we live in. Turn on the news, scroll through your social media feed, or just look around at the struggles in our own communities here in Manila. What do you see? Often, it feels like chaos. We see division, conflict, fragmentation, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Living Trophies Of His Glory Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 12, 2025

This sermon reveals that the ultimate purpose for our predestined inheritance is that our very lives should serve as a continuous display of God's glory, beginning with those who were the first to hope in Christ.

Introduction What is my purpose? Why am I here? I believe that is one of the deepest and most persistent questions of the human heart. We all long for a sense of meaning, a reason for our existence that goes beyond simply waking up, going to work, and going back to sleep. People search for this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

Sealed: God's Unbreakable Promise Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 13, 2025

This sermon explains that when believers hear the gospel and trust in Christ, they are sovereignly sealed by the Holy Spirit, which marks them as God's authentic, secure, and permanent possession.

Introduction When we make a significant purchase or enter into a serious agreement—buying a piece of land, for example—we don't just rely on a verbal promise. We want something official. We want a document, a title, a notarized deed of sale. We want to see that official stamp, that seal. A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Down Payment On Heaven Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 14, 2025

This sermon explains that the Holy Spirit acts as God's divine down payment, or "earnest," guaranteeing our full future inheritance and securing us until our final redemption, all for the ultimate purpose of bringing praise to God's glory.

Introduction When we make a major life purchase—perhaps a new tricycle for a business, or even a house and lot—it's very common to pay in installments. You start with a down payment. That down payment does two very important things. First, it proves you are serious about the purchase. Second, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plan For The Elect Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 1, 2022

To establish God’s plan for the elect: was formulated before the foundation of the world; manifested in due times (the dispensation of grace); revealed unto the apostles, and preached unto the world. This lesson refutes Calvin's theory of predestination.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. God’s plan for the elect Introductory Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the theme: “God’s Plan for the Elect." This will become the fourteenth lesson in the sermon-series entitled: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30, Ephesians 1:3-14, Ephesians 3:1-7, Titus 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Perfected In His Presence; A Funeral Message. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jun 2, 2022

A fellow officer has been promoted to glory, we celebrate her service and salvation.

Perfected in his presence, a funeral message. Bula, We are here today to remember the life, to celebrate the life of our dear friend and sister … To some she was more than a friend and sister, she was the wife of and mother of ….and grandmother of …and ... Many of you were close to her. … and… ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:8, Romans 15:7, Ephesians 1:13-14, John 1:29, John 5:24, 1 Peter 1:3, 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, Romans 10:9-10, Jude 1:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army