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One Is The "Only-Est" Number

Contributed by Karl Ingersoll on Mar 8, 2003

based on 37 ratings

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This sermon helps us to understand the nature of God’s commitment to an imperfect church and how we fit in the picture.

One Is The “Only-est” Number Scriptures: Ephesians 4:1-16 I believe that God is at work in our midst faithfully building his church. There are many who absolutely hunger to see Him break through in an unprecedented manner in our midst and in their individual lives. This message will be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

The New Testament Church; Its Ministry Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 16, 2003

based on 31 ratings

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The ministry of the specially gifted, the ministry of all God’s people, and the benefits of an "every member"ministry.

The Church; Its Ministry Ephesians 4:7-16 INTRO.: In Ephesians, Paul seems to be possessed of the idea of expressing the glory and majesty of the Church and her unique place in God’s plan of the ages. He begins the fourth chapter with a plea for unity in the Church. He says all Christians are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16, Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Walking Worthy" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 26, 2003

based on 26 ratings

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We are called to walk in a way that is consistent with our calling as God’s holy ones (#10 in the Unfathomable Love of Christ series)

“I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, entreat you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called” As we move through this epistle we come to a slight bend in the road. As we travel along it, the farther we go the more likely we will be to lose sight of what came ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1

Denomination: Orthodox

Zeal For Peace

Contributed by Michael Bird on Apr 30, 2003

based on 36 ratings

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This sermon exposits Eph 4.1-6 contending that in view of their salvation the Ephesians are to zealously contend for the unity within the body.

Ephesians 4:1-6 (Zeal for Peace) Introduction Tradition claims that Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchure is built over the cave in which Christ is said to have been buried. In July 2002 the church became the scene of ugly fighting between the monks who run it. The conflict began when a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Mark Of The Christian" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 2, 2003

based on 10 ratings

| 4,445 views

In admonishing the believer to walk according to what God has called them, Paul lists the primary things that set the Christian apart (#11 in the Unfathomable Love of Christ series)

“I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, entreat you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing forbearance to one another in love, being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Orthodox

Let The Church Be The Church Part Ii: The Pastor

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 7, 2003

based on 97 ratings

| 10,820 views

FOR THE CHURCH TO BE THE CHURCH, THE CHURCH MUST LET THE PASTOR BE THE PASTOR

LET THE CHURCH BE THE CHURCH PART II: THE PASTOR EPHESIANS 4: 1—16 MAY 4, 2003 INTRODUCTION: WHAT GOD CAN’T DO A Sunday School teacher was questioning her pupils after a lesson on God’s omnipotence. "Now children," she asked, "is there anything God can’t do?" The Pastors son thrust his hand into ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

"One And Many" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 8, 2003

based on 17 ratings

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We are one and united in Him, yet we are many, each gifted according to grace (#12 in the Unfathomable Love of Christ series)

“There is one body and one Spirit, just as also you were called in one hope of your calling; one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all who is over all and through all and in all. But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ‘s gift.” According to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-7

Denomination: Orthodox

Building Blocks For A Healthy Body Series

Contributed by Alex Perednia on Jun 22, 2003

based on 118 ratings

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In Ephesians, Paul lays out for us the key ingredients and foundational building blocks for a healthy body (church) life together.

INTRODUCTION Probably everyone who has ever looked at the back of a cereal box can at least recognize that familiar black triangle known as the Food Pyramid. You may not know that this dietary guideline was first published by the government in the 1960’s. It started with the Basic Four (milk, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-13, Ephesians 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

What We Believe: The Church (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jul 7, 2003

based on 14 ratings

| 3,453 views

Discover the areas and ways the church can mature

We’re in our two-week study of what we believe about the church. Last week, we looked at three essentials of the church, the make-up, the miracle and the mission of the church. This morning, we’ll be looking at the maturation of the church. This week, a lady and her son moved into our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: *other

United, Divided, One In Christ: Part 1

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 25, 2003

based on 37 ratings

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Part one looks at the commonalities among believers; part two looks at the distinctions.

United, Divided, One In Christ Part 1 August 11, 2002 Ephesians 4:2-6 2 Be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. 3 Always keep yourselves united in the Holy Spirit, and bind yourselves together with peace. 4 We are all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2-6

Denomination: Holiness

A Harmonious Church Series

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Aug 1, 2003

based on 71 ratings

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This sermon looks at what makes a harmonious church. It desribes an attitude that is necessary to cultivate unity, then the basis for that unity, and finally it ends with some practical applications to foster unity within the body. Includes study guide a

Series: What Makes a Great Church! Sermon: A Church that is united. Text: Eph 4:1-16 As a parent, one of your primary desires concerning your kids is that they would get simply along. No parent desires to see their dearest offspring going out it and bickering. A while back my two oldest ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

The Church In The 2000's

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Aug 3, 2003

based on 11 ratings

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Our methods might change and will, but our message stays the same.

THE CHURCH AND IN THE 2000’s Ephesians 4:7-12 08/03/03 Not many years ago, maybe at beginning of the 90’s’ Jerry Vines or Adrian Rogers preached a message titled can the church survive the 90’s. At the beginning of the 90’s I had my doubts I would be here on earth by the year 2000. I will tell ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Unity In The House Of God

Contributed by Don Schultz on Aug 13, 2003

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In our world today, it’s obvious that many churches don’t know how to establish unity among their people. God talks about it here in his Word.

Ephesians 4:1-7, 11-16 UNITY IN THE HOUSE OF GOD Once upon a time there were four men who decided to get together and build a house. And so they began to work. It didn’t take long for them to start having problems. One of the men said, “I think the bathroom in this house should be over here.” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Unity In The Church

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Jul 3, 2002

based on 498 ratings

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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

based on 14 ratings

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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

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