Sermons on Ephesians 15:1-4:

Why The Church #3 Un-Zombified Faith Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

Just because there is movement/action it doesn’t mean that there is life. The same is true for us today especially when it comes to our faith in Jesus.

~ Intro: When I was a boy of about 6-7 my dad decided to build a type of tree house on stilts. In preparation he dug 6 holes about 4 foot deep to put the support pole in. He started off only using 4 of them and covered the others with lids for 55 gallon barrels. Unfortunately for the frogs an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Church #4 A Spiritual Report Card Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

Progress and accountability need to be tracked in every aspect of our lives including our spiritual lives. We all need a Spiritual Report Card

~ Intro: Little Billy, a Jewish boy, who was failing his math lessons. His parents tried everything they could to get him to do better in this subject, but he continued to fail. At last, they took him down to the Catholic School, and enrolled him. After the first day, Billy came home and went up to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

Why Church #5 Found In Freedom Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

We are free when our lives are uncommitted, but not to be what we were intended to be. Real freedom is not freedom "from," but freedom "for."

~ Intro: … I have on my table a violin string... it is free. I twist one end of it and it responds. It is free. But it is not free to do what a violin string is supposed to do--produce music. So I take it, fix it in my violin and tighten it until it is taut. Only then is it free to be a violin ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Why Church #7 A Changed Heart Changes Everything Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

Many people dislike change, yet change is needed in every follower of Christ. This change must happen from the inside out if we want it to last.

~ Intro: When should we see Christmas in society... Turn with me to our text for today Ephesians 4:17… 1. Heart change leads to a change in our thinking.(vrs 17-24) • It’s an inside out thing… • Our thinking and understanding will no longer be futile or useless. - A touched heart temporarily ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Baptist

Why Church #8 Who Do You Look Like? Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

No literal portrait of Jesus exists either. But the likeness of the Son who makes us free can be seen in the lives of His true followers.

Communion: The Deep surrounding love of God ~ Intro: On a wall near the main entrance to the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, is a portrait with the following inscription: "James Butler Bonham--no picture of him exists. This portrait is of his nephew, Major James Bonham, deceased, who greatly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Why Church #9 A Lesson In Love Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

How husbands & wives are supposed to relate to each other gives us an example we can all understand and this lesson in love shows us how we are to relate to each other in the church

~ Intro: A USA TODAY survey recently asked 4500 men and women, “Who is responsible for what decisions around the home?” ---The answers: Women are responsible for deciding what’s for dinner, preparing it, managing the household budget, and raising the children. ---Men AND women share the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Baptist

Why Church #11 The Power To Stand Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

In the 2003 movie “Finding Nemo” there is a wonderful scene that happens after Dory reunites Nemo with his father. A group of moonfish swim by startled by something … watch this clip. It wasn’t until all the fish decided to work together that they had any hope

~ Intro: In the 2003 movie “Finding Nemo” there is a wonderful scene that happens after Dory reunites Nemo with his father. A group of moonfish swim by startled by something … watch this clip. It wasn’t until all the fish decided to work together that they had any hope. our text for today ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why Church #12 The Power To Advance Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

They faced incredibly hostile conditions together—and they all came out alive together. What a picture of the body of Christ....how we continue to do this is found in our text for today

~ Intro: STAYING WARM TOGETHER. In what the news called "The Miracle at Quecreek," nine miners trapped for three days 240 feet underground in a water-filled mine shaft "They decided early on they were either going to live or die as a group." The 55 degree (Fahrenheit) water ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Thank God For Redemption

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Jan 12, 2025

NOTICE WHAT PAUL SAYS In whom we have— HE LETS US KNOW THAT REDEMPTION IS PRESENT HE LETS US KNOW THAT REDEMPTION IS PRESENT POSSESSION AND NOT A FUTURE PROSPECT FOR THOSE WHO HAVE FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST

Ephesians 1:7 (KJV) 7 In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; (TOPIC : I AM REDEEMED) THE WRITER OF THIS TEXT BEFORE US IS NONE OTHER THAN THE APOSTLE PAUL A JEW BY BIRTH A TENT MAKER BY TRADE AND A LAWYER BY PROFESSION A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Getting To Know Him

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 14, 2025

Paul's prayer is for us to know Jesus' and His deep love for us. A neat and bold prayer.

1.19.25 Ephesians 3:14–21 (EHV) 14 For this reason I kneel before the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, 15 from whom the entire family in heaven and on earth receives its name. 16 I pray that, according to the riches of his glory, he would strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Men Of God Emulate The Examples Of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, And Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the examples of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, and Christ, and how we can apply their principles to our own lives.

As men of God, we are called to lead, protect, and love our families with the same devotion and character as the biblical heroes who came before us. In this sermon, we will explore the examples of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, and Christ, and how we can apply their principles to our own lives. Leading ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

Brought To Life; Brought Together Spiritual Warfare: Power In Prayer Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 21, 2025

. My big idea is, prayer is the power behind God’s armor.

We are in our last two weeks of our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together, looking at the spiritual battle we face in Ephesians 6:10-20. In these verses, Paul concludes his letter by calling us to be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. We do this by putting on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Instructions From God To Women Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

God desires women to reflect His beauty, both inner and outer.

As daughters of God, women play a vital role in the kingdom of God. Throughout the Bible, God provides guidance and instructions for women to live a life that honors Him. Here are instructions from God to women, based on biblical teachings: 1. Be a Woman of Faith (Hebrews 11:1-3, 35-40) God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24

The Power Of Prayer In Marriage And Binding Hearts Together Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 24, 2025

Prayer is a powerful tool that can bring husbands and wives closer together, binding their hearts in a way that strengthens their relationship and deepens their love for each other.

As believers, we know that prayer is a powerful tool that can bring us closer to God and to each other. In marriage, prayer can be a game-changer, binding the hearts of husband and wife together in a way that strengthens their relationship and deepens their love for each other. A Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

The Power Of Everyday Prayer And Communicating With God Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 24, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the importance of everyday prayer, its biblical foundations, and provide practical examples to enhance your prayer life.

Prayer is a vital component of the Christian faith, allowing us to communicate with God and deepen our relationship with Him. It's not just a ritual or a word, but an intimate conversation with our Heavenly Father. In this sermon, we'll explore the importance of everyday prayer, its ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18