Sermons on Ephesians 2:5-8:

Amazing Grace

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 1, 2012

We hear a lot about grace in church, such things as "unmerited favor" or "God's Riches At Christ's Expense" but what does it actually mean in the life of a person before and after salvation? How does it function? This needs to be explained to those who

Let’s take a look at this short video … Amazing Grace history - embedded in PPT slide http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmhqszfmLu8 Amazing Grace! One of the world’s most popular songs. But what is Grace? What does it mean? The dictionary defines grace as: elegance or beauty of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Nazarene

3 Proofs Baptism Doesn't Save

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 5, 2012

3 arguments water baptism does not equivocate to salvation.

3 Proofs Water Baptism Doesn't Save Eph 2:8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God: Most of our preaching is, and should be about the careful laying forth of Christian truth, but every now and then we need to discuss why certain beliefs are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ten Works In The Plan Of Salvation!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 7, 2012

In this outline we list 10 works that we and the Holy Spirit does in our lives as we walk in His Plan Salvation. A preacher once explained grace to me with this acronym: God's Riches At Christ's Expense

Ten works in the Plan of Salvation! In this outline we list 10 works that we and the Holy Spirit does in our lives as we walk in His Plan Salvation. A preacher once explained grace to me with this acronym: God's Riches At Christ's Expense I. God 's Grace Ephesians 2:8-9 (KJV) 8 For by grace ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Identity In Christ Alone Series

Contributed by Kyle Gray on Oct 13, 2014

What makes up your identity? Sanctification is a process that God wants to use to refine you. You'll find your identity there.

In general, selfies tell a false story about us. They’re just a moment captured, not the whole picture. They’re misleading. Who we see in the mirror isn’t what others see. They’re as good as we want them to be. We can re-take them until we get it perfect. (not that I would ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Am I Here? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 16, 2014

Sarah, the wife of William Winchester, lived a bizarre life - an illustration of building without a purpose.

“Getting A Clue: Why Am I Here?” Eph. 2:1-10 & Is. 43:1-7 Talk about bizarre! Sarah was the wife of William Winchester, the only son of Oliver Winchester, the founder and owner of the Winchester Repeating Arms Company. Sarah and William had a daughter who died shortly after birth in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ, Part 6 Series

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Nov 19, 2014

The apostle Paul, on the other hand, brings us face to face with the startling reality of how we really were before Christ.

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ Part 6 Resurrection Living Ephesians 2:1-7 And you were dead in your trespasses and sins, in which you formerly walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, of the spirit that is now working in the sons of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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

Can A Christian Have A Demon?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 30, 2018

A look at the Believers authority and protection in Christ

Whenever I am asked “can a Christian have a demon?” my usual response is to ask “why would they want one?” A great debate has taken place through the centuries within Christianity as to whether or not a genuine Born-Again Christian can be demon possessed. The argument revolves primarily around the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:16, Acts 16:6, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, John 2:19-22, 2 Corinthians 2:16, Galatians 2:20-21, Ephesians 2:1-9, Colossians 1:13, Acts 10:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"No Perfect People Allowed!" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on May 31, 2018

Every growing believer I know has at one time or another said these words; I’m struggling. I’m making progress but I’m struggling. Look at these two passages with me. Philippians 3:12a and 15a GNT. 12 I do not claim that I have already succeeded ....

“No perfect people allowed!” Ephesians 2:8-10 One of my heroes in the faith has been Dr. Billy Graham. I have followed his ministry for about forty years. Dr. Graham once said, “There are no perfect churches but if there were, I couldn’t join because they wouldn’t be perfect anymore.” I agree. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Really Meant By Sabbath (Shabbat)?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 4, 2018

The Sabbath is discussed in the New Testament in two ways. Beloved, There is a New Testament Sabbath, that is by far, the most important of the two Sabbaths. First portion of this Message is Based on a Sermon by David Dykes (Which I commend to you).

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service four Scriptures Readings are shared before the Message. The Scriptures assigned for this day are Deuteronomy 5:6-21; Psalm 81:1-17; 2 Corinthians 4:1-12 and Mark 2:23-28. The wife ... of a man who had recently died ... assumed ... they were well off ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28, Colossians 2:14-17, Hebrews 4:9-10, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Anglican

When Men Walk With God Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jun 15, 2018

God's greatest desire is relationship with us. In this series we will talk about four men in the Bible who walked with God and see what we can learn from their experiences.

Micah 6:8 ESV - He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God? INTRODUCTION: • GOD’S GREATEST DESIRE IS RELATIONSHIP WITH US. 1. Angels were created as messengers and warriors 2. Cherubim's ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:21-24, Hebrews 11:5-6, Romans 10:8-10, Genesis 6:8-14, Ephesians 2:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Thanksgiving 2017

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018

Our world is impacted by natural disasters & senseless violence. God continues to shelter and protect us while at the same time empowering us. Saints it is the Love of God that must take dominion over this world of ours. For the love of God conquers all.

Thanksgiving 2017 Psalm 8 Ephesians 2:1-10 Message: It is Thanksgiving 2017 and we celebrate the goodness of our God and His endless blessings toward us. We see that goodness and blessing in so many areas of our lives that we can’t but help be thankful. In a world that is impacted by natural ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Path To New Life Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 7, 2018

Final message in our series in Galatians.

“The Cross, God’s path to new life” Review Outline for Paul’s letter to the Galatians I. Paul Possessed the Correct Divine Credentials 1:6-2:21 A. Reacted to such a quick departure from the gospel of grace vs 6-7 B. Condemned anyone distorting the gospel of grace vs 8-9 C. Affirmed his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Faith And Works

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jul 27, 2018

Understanding what "Faith without Works is Dead" really means.

Mid-week Message/Devotion James 2:14-26 3rd in a series FAITH and WORKS We talk about our prayer list quite a bit, don’t we? Intercessory Prayer demands strong faith. Otherwise, why are we praying at all? When we cannot respond to the hurting needs of others, we can always pray. Do we pray ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Alter Call, Slain In The Spirit, And The Laying On Of Hands For Healing – Is It Ministry Or Majick Manipulation?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 4, 2018

A look at the history of the 'Alter Call' and the techniques used to bring about a decision or healing.

Many in modern-day ministry unknowingly use Occult language and practices to get their audience to react and respond to their message. The enemy will always attempt to circumvent a sovereign work of God by crafting a cunning counterfeit to confuse Christians. What God intends for good, the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22, Luke 6:43, Colossians 2:12, Ephesians 2:8, Romans 10:9, 1 John 4:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Matthew 7:22, 2 Timothy 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational