Sermons on Ephesians 12:15:

The Predestined Church: A Study Of Ephesians 1:3-14

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 13, 2024

We continue in our study of Ephesians with rich foundational information for God's predestined plan for the church.

The Predestined Church Ephesians 1:3–14 NKJV Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ, just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unlocking The Mystery: Chosen To Explain - Ephesians 3:9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 22, 2024

When we think of the word mystery, we often picture something hidden or secret, like a detective story waiting to be solved. The Bible, especially in the New Testament, speaks of divine mysteries—truths that were once concealed but have now been revealed through Jesus Christ.

Unlocking the Mystery: Chosen to explain - Ephesians 3:9 Ephesians 3:9 (NLT): “I was chosen to explain to everyone this mysterious plan that God, the Creator of all things, had kept secret from the beginning.” Introduction: The Concept of Mystery in Scripture When we think of the word mystery, we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:9, Ephesians 3:3-6, Romans 16:25-26, Colossians 1:26-27, Romans 8:15, 1 Timothy 3:16, Ephesians 1:17-18, John 16:13, Ephesians 5:8-9, Matthew 5:14-16, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Danger Of Celebrating Halloween As Christians - Ephesians 5:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 29, 2024

As Christians, we’re called to examine everything through the lens of Scripture. Today, let’s take a closer look at the origins of Halloween, what it celebrates, and, most importantly, what God’s Word says about it.

The Danger of Celebrating Halloween as Christians - Ephesians 5:11 Introduction: As October rolls around, Halloween decorations start popping up everywhere—stores, schools, even some churches. For many, Halloween is seen as harmless fun: costumes, candy, and a chance to escape reality for a while. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11, 2 Timothy 1:7, Deuteronomy 18:10-12, 1 Peter 2:9, Matthew 5:14, Matthew 5:16, Romans 12:2, John 8:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Prayer For Spirit Enlightenment (Ephesians 1:15-23) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 3, 2025

Enlightenment about God's cosmic plan is something God will give, if we ask. God's plan is far bigger-- cosmic-- than we often realize, and we have been empowered, potentially, more than we think.

Let's start today by reading part of last week's passage. I'll read from my translation, but feel free to follow along however you'd like. Let's turn to Ephesians 1:7, and we'll read through verse 10: (7) In him (=Jesus) we have the freedom/release through his blood-- ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

A Prayer For Spirit-Empowerment (Ephesians 3:14-21) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 22, 2025

God will help his people live faithfully, by empowering them through his Holy Spirit, if they ask. So ask, for yourselves, and for your church. Empowerment isn't just about "charismatic" things. It's empowerment for faithfulness also-- and probably faithfulness first.

Over the past few weeks, we've read about how God is now revealing to his church something that was a closely guarded secret for centuries. God had this hidden, master plan to bring all things together, in heaven and on earth. And what that looks like on earth, is that God is making one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Choose The Right Outfit (Ephesians 4:17-24) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 22, 2025

Every day, we wake up, and choose whether we will put on our old way of life-- the ratty, stained, lifestyle-- or if we'll put on the new clothing of righteousness. Choose the clean clothing.

I'd like to start today by giving a quick overview of Paul's letter to the Ephesians, up to this point. At this point in history, God has now revealed his once secret plan for all of his creation. Paul describes this plan using three different metaphors. The first, is that God is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

The Spirit Of Truth

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 29, 2001

Year C. The Holy Trinity John 16: 12-15 June 10, 2001 Title: “The Spirit of Truth”

Year C.The Holy Trinity John 16: 12-15 June 10, 2001 Title: “The Spirit of Truth” At the Last Supper during his farewell speech Jesus teaches that human beings can only absorb his revelation gradually and that the Spirit, who is identical with him as ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Anatomy Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 27, 2007

Exposition of Haggai 1:12-15 about the revival among the work of rebuilding, the response of the people, and the work of God in their midst

Text: Haggai 1:12-15, Title: The Anatomy of Repentance, Date/Place: NRBC, 3/4/07, AM A. Opening illustration: my talk the other night about the causality of the immoral lifestyle in Cambodia B. Background to passage: Haggai had just finished a stirring message from God about the people’s failure to ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Equipped For Battle

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 4, 2017

Message interprets Paul’s instruction for spiritual warfare in the light of what he has already said in the first five chapters of the epistle. Sermon believers see the practical application of how to take the full armor of God and live victoriously.

Equipped for Battle Ephesian 6:10-20 (NKJV) Life Church 11-01-15 This is not a full manuscript but gives highlights of the sermon. The message is an expository verse-by-verse discussion. Vs 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Begins with word ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, 1 Peter 5:8, 2 Corinthians 2:11, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Saved By Gods Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 4, 2016

4 But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, 5 made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions it is by grace you have been saved. Ephesians 2:4-5

Saved by Gods Grace Ephesians 2:1-10 As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, 2 in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient. 3 All of us also lived ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

One Baptism Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 2, 2024

In this seven-week series, we explore the seven "ones" of Ephesians 4 and how they can help us experience the unity of the Spirit in the bonds of peace! Week six: One Baptism.

ONE BAPTISM Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/11/2018 If you’re just joining us, we’ve spent the last six weeks exploring the often elusive ideal of Christian unity. As I’ve said every week throughout this series, Jesus passionately prayed that his church—everyone who would ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Get It Right Sermon I: Get It Right . . . Get It Done . . . Get Ready To Go Marching In Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 30, 2020

Unity in Christ is needed as never before, and the sure way to unify as the Church of Jesus Christ is to get our calling right, get our work for the Lord done, and get ready to go marching to victory.

Together We Get It Right - Get It Done - Get Ready to Go Marching In When my best friend Fred Moore, chaplain of MCG, lay at death’s door, we reminisced about times together when we shared classes at NOBTS, and when, for fifteen years, our families spent ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Get It Right Sermon Iii: Mature Christians Build Each Other Up In The Faith Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 30, 2020

Unity in Christ is needed as never before, so love for God plus love for others takes priority over differences on issues that do not matter as much as words and deeds that show God's love toward all people.

Mature Christians Build Each Other Up In Word and In Deed “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” Oh yeah? Listen to this: An elderly man had serious ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Satan's Strategies

Contributed by David Schroeder on Feb 10, 2020

God’s enemy is a strategist, a schemer. That is why the Apostle Paul admonished his congregation at Ephesus to, Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes...

Satan’s Strategies God’s enemy is a strategist, a schemer. That is why the Apostle Paul admonished his congregation at Ephesus to, Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes (Ephesians 6:11). The Greek word for schemes is methodeia. So, it behooves ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11

Developing Godly Habits: How To Order Your Life

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 5, 2021

Today we’re looking at the topic of developing great habits. So we’re going to look at a theological concept, exam some scripture, and then consider our applications.

I try to exercise regularly. I have to exercise a great deal and be very, very careful about how I eat, because my body is very good at gaining weight and not very quick to lose it. Can anyone relate? I always have eggs for breakfast, and coffee. I try not to eat again all morning until lunch ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12, Galatians 5:9-11

Denomination: Salvation Army