Sermons about Ephesians 4:1-5:21

If Christians Only Practiced What Shamu Does

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Jun 23, 2002

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Spiritual Maturity

I. As most of you know, we went to San Antonio this past week, and no trip to San Antonio is complete without a trip to Sea World. A. Being a minister I am always thinking in terms of ministry and I learned that the people that work with killer whales know something that a lot of Christians have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2, Ephesians 4:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Building Up Christians

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 23, 2002

based on 38 ratings

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Our Purpose - Building Up Christians

Our Purpose - Building Up Christians 5-5-02 Ephesians 4:11-16 The Last Few weeks we have been learning how to build a strong Godly church and its purpose in our community. The questions we are asking are: "Why does the church exist? What is our purpose Here in Hermosa ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Love Affair Between Christ And His Church (Part 1) Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jun 27, 2002

based on 46 ratings

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Paul describes the great mystery of Christ’s passionate love for the church through the relationship of the husband and wife. What does it look like for the Church to have a passionate relationship with Jesus? It begins with SUBMISSION.

A Nashville newspaper carried a tongue-in-cheek story about a Mrs. Lila Craig who hadn’t missed attending church in 1,040 Sundays (20 years). The editor commented, “It makes one wonder, what’s the matter with Mrs. Craig? Doesn’t it ever rain or snow in her town on Sunday? Doesn’t she ever have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unity In The Church

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Jul 3, 2002

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Demonstrates how unity and fulfilling the purposes of the church go hand in hand. Gives practical characeristics to exhibit in order to achieve unity.

Unity in the Church Philippians 2:1-11 Here Paul is instructing the church how they are to act one to another. He’s leading them to unity. And it’s unity for a purpose. Vs. 2 says "working together with one heart and purpose." It’s when we follow these instructions of Paul and we, the Church, are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11, Ephesians 4:4, Ephesians 4:3-6, John 17:20-26, Galatians 5:19-26 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making The Transition

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002

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A message to military chaplains considering the major transition of retirement

I’ve heard it said, “Real soldiers don’t know any civilians.” For those who make the military chaplaincy a career (the lifers), there is the danger of becoming institutionalized. One becomes used to wearing the uniform, learning the language (the slang, buzz words and acronyms), sharing the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3, Revelation 3:8

Denomination: Congregational

"Finding The Path"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 7, 2002

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Discovering the will of God

“Finding the Path” A minister was asked to conduct a service at a mental institution. Things went well until the sermon. He began his message with a rhetorical question: “Why are we here?” A patient responded, “Because we’re not all there!” Purpose in life is a challenge for most of us. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16-17, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Congregational

Growing People For Jesus

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Jul 9, 2002

based on 50 ratings

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This sermon casts the vision for a spiritually mature church and mature Christians.

We recently completed a series on Growing in Faith. If we are to grow in our faith, then we, the church, are to provide opportunities and an environment for people to grow. We are to be Growing People for Jesus. Growth is common metaphor used in the New Testament – 47 times. One thing is for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Methodist

Excerpts From The Past

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 10, 2002

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The following compiled excerpts are to remind us that truth has always had its battles.

EXCERPTS FROM THE PAST The following compiled excerpts are to remind us that truth has always had its battles. WORLDLY ENTERTAINMENT ROMAN R-RATED ENTERTAINMENT 260-330 AD Lactantius "I am inclined to think that the corrupting influence of the stage is even worse [than that of the arena]. The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Memorial To My Mother, Juanita Shepherd

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 11, 2002

based on 140 ratings

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My mother, Juanita Shepherd, passed from this life on June 30, 2002. This message was given in her memory.

A MEMORIAL TO MY MOTHER, JUANITA SHEPHERD Ephesians 5:1-2 "Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God." INTRO.- Someone said, "It’s better not to have lived than ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Love Affair Between Christ And His Church (Part 2) Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jul 12, 2002

based on 24 ratings

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Through the husband and wife relationship Paul identifies the mysterious relationship that Christ has with His Church. As we enter into a passionate relationship with Christ, He will make us into a LOVING CHRUCH.

I like the story about the legalistic Seminary student who wanted to have a scriptural basis for everything he did. He felt he was on solid ground if he could quote chapter & verse to okay all his actions. He was doing fine until he fell in love with a beautiful co-ed. He wanted very much to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-32, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Well-Intentioned Dragons Series

Contributed by Peter Baumgartle on Aug 9, 2001

based on 49 ratings

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Who is this that darkens my counsel with words without knowledge? Job 38:2

The Book of Job Can you pull in the leviathan with a fishhook or tie down his tongue with a rope? His breath sets coals ablaze, and flames dart from his mouth. Job 41:1, 21 INTRODUCTION Does anyone here believe in dragons? I do. I see them all the time. They leave a wake of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Guide To Resolving Conflicts For The Propagation Of The Gospel

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

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A GUIDE TO Resolving Conflicts for the Propagation of the Gospel

A GUIDE TO Resolving Conflicts for the Propagation of the Gospel Introduction - Conflicts of values perhaps do more to stymie the progressive of cross-cultural communications more than any other thing, but why? The thwarting of the gospel’s communication is often misunderstood as a challenge to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hindrances To The Growth Of The Church

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

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Hindrances to the Growth of the Church

Hindrances to the Growth of the Church Learning Objective The students will be able to explain some of the major hindrances to the qualitative and quantitative growth of the church. Introduction - When a child is not growing we look for causes. The child may not be growing because he is not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Resolve Conflicts Between

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

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How To Resolve Conflicts Between People During Church Planting Main Biblical Text - Eph. 4:28-32

How To Resolve Conflicts Between People During Church Planting Main Biblical Text - Eph. 4:28-32 DISCONTENTMENT "Content makes poor men rich; discontent makes rich men poor." Benjamin Franklin. Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain the reasons for conflicts between people who ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love May Bring Heartache, But It's Worth It

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 13, 2001

based on 30 ratings

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A sermon on love from 1 Corinthians 13

Sermon for 3/1/98 Love May Bring Heartache, but it’s worth it! Introduction: "We become vulnerable when we love people and go out of our way to help them." That’s what the wealthy industrialist Charles Schwab declared after going to court and winning a nuisance suit at age 70. Given permission ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2, 1 Corinthians 13:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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