Sermons on Ephesians 3:1-4:1:

Intimacy With The Father

Contributed by Craig Simonian on Sep 4, 2001

This sermon seeks to lead people into deeper intimacy with the Father as we abide in Him.

In the book of Philippians, we read about Paul “pressing on” in His relationship with God. Pressing on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ! Yet, for so many of us, the word “stuck” would do a much better job describing where we are in our relationship with God… where ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:18-19

A Healthy Attitude In The Church

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Sep 27, 2002

The attitude of Worship.

A HEALTHY ATTITUDE IN THE CHURCH EPH.4: 1-3 I. INTRODUCTION TELEVISON, MAGAZINES, AND RADIO, ARE FILLED WITH ADVERTIZEMENTS ABOUT HEALTH THAT ARE DESIGNED TO APPEAL TO OUR MINDS IN AN EFFORT TO GET US TO LIVE HEALTHIER LIVES. WE ARE ENCOURAGED TO EXERCISE SO THAT WE CAN BE HEALTHY. BUT MY ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

When The Odds Are Against You

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 29, 2002

When God gets involved, words such as "likely" and "unlikely" don’t apply.

(Note: the title comes from a message by Rick Warren; however, the sermon itself is original) What are the odds of the Cleveland Browns playing in the Super Bowl this year? They’re about 1-in-15, according to the Las Vegas bookmakers, with a 1-in-20 chance of actually winning the big game. That’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

Driving Miss Daisy

Contributed by Patrick Carvell on Oct 9, 2002

Christian calling.

Intro.: In the movie Driving Miss Daisy, released Dec. 1989, grossed over $106 million, starred with Jessica Tandy and Morgan Freeman, Morgan Freeman is the servant for Miss Daisy. He takes her where ever and when ever she needs to go and prepares meals for her. He knows the responsibilities, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Along In The Family

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

modified from Rick Stacey MCC

Getting Along in the Family Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ July 7, 2002 The story is told of a little boy sitting on his front steps with his face cradled in his hands, looking upset. His dad came home just then & asked him what was wrong. The little boy looked up & said, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Requires A Great Passion Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Oct 28, 2002

Fourth of four on Building a Great Church. Karl Marx looked at the church and saw an opiate for the masses. Some look at the church and they see a private club filled with people who care only about themselves. Others look at the church and see faith f

Building A Great Church Requires A Great Passion Karl Marx looked at the church and saw an opiate for the masses. Some look at the church and they see a private club filled with people who care only about themselves. Others look at the church and see faith filled fanatics. Jesus looked at the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saints With Broken Haloes

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 31, 2002

All Christians are ’saints’ but with broken haloes; God wants to restore and shine through us - see the story of Winchester Cathedral window.

CALLED TO BE SAINTS Many years ago the bishops in England thought that there were so many good people to remember, that one day should be set apart commemorate all who had lived Godly lives, and so November 1st was designated as "All Saints Day". When St Paul wrote his letter to the Christians ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:7, Ephesians 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

Mona Lisa - Priceless And Unique

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Nov 2, 2002

Everyone is priceless and unique in god’s sight - see story and picture of the Mona Lisa.

PRICELESS AND UNIQUE I’ve got something priceless and unique to show you. What do you think it is? The Mona Lisa. This is one of the world’s famous art treasures. It’s hung in the Paris art museum, the Louvre. It’s so famous it’s got a room to itself, with special lighting and security guards. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

Identity—who Am I? Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Dec 9, 2004

STRENGTH FOR DAILY LIVING #1 God will renew our strength as we remember our real identiy. The answer to the question “Who am I” is found in knowing WHOSE I AM! Your identity is established in heaven by God—you are a child of God!

INTRODUCTION: The movie Chariots of Fire tells the story of Eric Liddle, an Olympic champion and missionary to China. Eric would run with a reckless abandon; his sister commented that the movie failed to capture the wildness of Eric’s running; when he would run it was as though he would suddenly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Integrity—whose Am I? Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Dec 9, 2004

STRENGTH FOR DAILY LIVING #2 Our integrity is not a by-product of what I do and say. Our integrity flows from our identity. God works from the inside out. . . if we let Him.

INTRODUCTION: Everyone enjoys holding and looking at a new baby. Eventually the conversation will turn to something like this: “Oh she has her mommy’s eyes,” or “He looks like his dad.” As children grow up it’s amazing not only how much they may look like their parents, but even more so how much ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Capacity—why Am I Here? Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Dec 9, 2004

STRENGTH FOR DAILY LIVING #3 What will we use our God given capacity for? Will we strive to fufill our own desires or will we seek to see God’s highest purpose become a reality in our lives. What God marks will you leave behind?

INTRODUCTION: It’s the 1930s and the depression is affecting families across America. A poor man by the name of E.L. Yates was barely making a living on his sheep farm in West Texas around Odessa and Midland. He was constantly worrying about how he could pay his bills and feed his family. Mr. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Tenacity—what Will I Choose? Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Dec 9, 2004

STRENGTH FOR DAILY LIVING #4 What will we choose? Our choice is critical, continual and convincing.

INTRODUCTION: Do you remember the story “The Little Engine That Could?” A trainload of toys was being taken over the mountain to all the children in Sunshine Valley, but unfortunately the engine broke down. One by one different engines came by, but none were willing to take the trainload of toys ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Destiny—what's My Future? Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Dec 9, 2004

STRENGTH FOR DAILY LIVING #5 Explore the seven wonders of heaven and find strenght for daily living.

INTRODUCTION: A Sunday School teacher asked his class, “If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would that get me into Heaven?” “NO!” the children all answered. “If I cleaned the church every day, mowed the yard, and kept everything neat and tidy, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Do We Please God?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Dec 14, 2004

We please God when we work together as part of His team – the church!

Three weeks ago, I quoted Rick Warren who said, “You were made for a mission. God is at work in the world and he wants you to join him. This assignment is called your mission…” “Your life mission,” he goes on to say, “is both shared and specific. One part of it is a responsibility you share with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Unity

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 3, 2002

Paul calls for us, the body of Christ to be a unity. Are we?

First Baptist Church November 3. 2002 Ephesians 4:1-6 Unity Maybe you missed it or maybe you even watched it and didn’t even notice it. When the San Francisco Giants starting line up was announced, during the World Series, each player would jog over to the first base line, and they would give ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist