Sermons on Ephesians 4:1-7:

Protect The Unity Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 7, 2002

A member of the church will protect the unity of that church.

Sermon for 9/22/02 Protect the Unity Introduction: Crayons can teach us a lot about Christians: some crayons are sharp, some are pretty, some are dull, some have weird names, each is a different color and many are never used to their full potential. However, they must all learn to live in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3, Psalm 133:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

The Responsability Of Salvation

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Nov 11, 2002

The Chrisitans obligation to be involved in ministry, and use their spiritual gifts

The Responsibility of Salvation Eph 4:7 - 8, 2Cor 5:18, 1 Cor 12:5, Eph 2:10 2 Tim 1:8 - 9, Gal 1:15, Eph 4:1, 1 Pet 2:9 -10 1 Pet 4:10, Mat 28:18 - 20, Phil 2:5-7, Mat 16:25, 1 Cor 12:27, Rom 12:1 - 12 November 4, 2002 I. I have talked in the last two weeks about worship, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Worthy Of Our Endeavor

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace is a worthy goal of the church. The operative word is "unity"...not "uniformity".

WORTHY OF OUR ENDEAVOR Ephesians 4:1-7 I. The text does not refer to “uniformity” but to unity. God made us all different...just as He did with all creation...even to the extent that no two snowflakes...nor man=s fingerprints are identical. “For the body is not one member but many...now ye ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of Spiritual Giftedness Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Nov 21, 2002

Sermon discusses the Biblical basic that every believer is spiritually gifted, and the purpose of those gifts.

TEXT: Ephesians 4:7-16 ETS: The Lord has given grace gifts to every believer. ESS: Every believer is to use his God-given spiritual gifts within the body of Christ. OSS: Believers will commit to serve through the church. PQ: What does the Bible teach about spiritual gifts? UW: Statements TOPIC: The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Developing A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 24, 2002

We need to ask God to change our hearts from 1. Complaints to Praise. 2. Criticism to Encouragement. 3. Cynicism to Faith.

Two men were walking through a field one day when they spotted an enraged bull. Immediately they ran toward the nearest fence. The storming bull ran after them in hot pursuit, and they realized that they were not going to make it. Terrified, one man shouted to his friend, “Say a prayer, John. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-8

Denomination: Methodist

Shall We Walk Together?

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Dec 8, 2002

We as Christians all belong to the body of Christ. It is one body made up of many different members

Shall We Walk Together? HHM Pastor Jim Parisi 12-08-02 We as Christians all belong to the body of Christ It is one body made up of many different members Story : Heart. Brain ,lowly foot or asylum lunatics never unite The foot put it in to perspective for them we all need each other ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Vida En Familia

Contributed by Javier Ramon on Dec 9, 2002

Elementos importantes para que la familia pueda funcionar y manifestar la vida maravillosa que se encuentra en Jesús.

(v.1) Yo, pues, prisionero del Señor, os ruego que viváis (andéis) de una manera digna de la vocación con que habéis sido llamados · Pablo estableciendo su condición actual le pide a los Efesios que anden como Dios quiere que anden. · El Creyente tiene una forma particular de andar o de vivir. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Practical Tips For The Ephesians

Contributed by Istvan Albert on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: Paul's division of Doctrines followed by Practical advises I.

Introduction: Paul's division of Doctrines followed by Practical advises I. Walk - appeal from a tide up man - in worthiness (vs.1b-2) - in love (v.3) II Keep the Unity - make every effort (personal responsibility) - of the Spirit - through the bond of peace III. Observe the examples of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Unity And Diversity In The Church Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

So how can a diverse body like the church achieve the sort of unity that God desires? By growing up. By becoming more like Christ as we grow into him. So speak the truth in love, and grow into Christ who is our head, Do your part in bringing the church to

Paul has spent the first three chapters of this letter explaining the mystery of God’s eternal purpose for the world as it’s being worked out in history. He’s given us all the theory, he’s even given us the prayer he prays for his converts, and now he goes on to speak about the practicalities of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Anglican

Unity Of The Spirit

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Ever since the early church, there have been schemes and promotions to produce unity in the church. But, divisions continue. The only medicine to heal the wounds of disunity and discord is found in this text of Scripture.

UNITY OF THE SPIRIT TEXT: Eph 4:1-3 1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2 With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; 3 Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Unity In The Church

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Jul 3, 2002

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

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

Excerpts From The Past

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 10, 2002

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