Sermons on Ephesians 4:12-16:

When We Forget Our Primary Duty

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 18, 2022

Humans become like those rebels when they forget that their primary mission in life is to live and die in love with God and neighbor.

Saturday of 29th Week in Course 2022 Jesus always paid attention to the local news, wherever He might have been ministering. Today’s Gospel actually gives us two situations in which Jesus gets to comment on something happening in Jerusalem, something that these days would make at least page two of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Catholic

Equipping The Body Of Christ For Service

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 31, 2022

This message is about the purpose of leadership in the church, which is to equip the body of Christ for service in the church.

Equipping for Service - Sermon for October 30, 2022 If you have been following along for the last little while, you know that we have been talking about the gifts of the Holy Spirit to the church. Part of the reason that we have been doing this series is so that we can be encouraged that each of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7, Ephesians 4:11-16, Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Zacchaeus Principle

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 4, 2022

Leading others to Christ is a persistent and consistent call to patiently engage others with the Gospel that will convince them to "come down out of the tree with joy" like Zacchaeus.

WE ARE CALLED TO MAKE DISCIPLES IN OBEDIENCE TO OUR COMMAND OF THE GREAT COMMISSION OF JESUS. WE ARE ALL GIFTED WITH THE ABILITY TO LEAD OTHERS TO CHRIST. AS WE ARE REMINDED, 1 PETER 3:15-16, “IF SOMEONE ASKS ABOUT YOUR HOPE AS A BELIEVER, ALWAYS BE READY TO EXPLAIN IT. BUT DO THIS IN A GENTLE AND ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10, 1 Peter 3:15-16, Ephesians 4:2-32, Romans 10:13-15

Denomination: Free Methodist

Sermon 1 - One Anothering - Relationships God's Way Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 7, 2022

Real community is hard to find, but the church should be a place where people can find real community. The command to love one another is the most basic and yet the most all-encompassing of the one another commands. The other one another commands are the practical demonstration of love one another.

A. The story is told of a farm boy who accidentally overturned his wagonload of hay on the road. 1. A neighbor came over to give him a hand. 2. “Hey, Willis,” the neighbor said, “It’s dinner time, forget your troubles for a while and come and have dinner with us. Then we can come back and I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, John 13:34-35, 1 Corinthians 12:31, Ephesians 4:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ephesians Chapter 4 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Nov 9, 2022

This is a detailed study verse by verse of Chapter 4. You will need to analyze, synthesize, and then summarize to fit your need.

Ephesians Chapter 4 Eph. 4:1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 4:1 So I, the prisoner for the Lord, appeal to you to live a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called [that is, to live a life that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

4 Stages Of Christian Growth

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 8, 2025

Every believer is called to grow from spiritual infancy to maturity in Christ. Spiritual growth is not automatic; it requires intentional effort in studying God’s Word, prayer, service, and obedience.

4 STAGES OF CHRISTIAN GROWTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Peter 3:18 "But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever. Amen." Supporting Texts: Hebrews 5:12-14, Ephesians 4:13-15, Colossians 2:6-7, 1 John ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, Hebrews 5:12-14, Ephesians 4:13-15, Colossians 2:6-7, 1 John 2:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Speaking The Truth In Love Series

Contributed by Dustin Boden on Mar 8, 2025

🗣️💬 Our words have more power than we realize! In this series, we’ll discover that our words matter, that there are consequences for what we say, and explore how we can use our words for God's glory.

"Speaking the Truth in Love" Introduction: Today we are continuing our series “Truth or Trash: What’s Coming Out of Your Mouth?” Your words can shape destinies—or they can destroy them. We talk about Jesus being Lord, but here’s the question: Is He Lord over your whole life, or just the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Plethora Of Preachers

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 9, 2025

Plenty of "pastors", seminaries, new/dying churches and biblically illiterate Christians. Brethren, study as He will be asking you what you did with His word.

While walking on the campus of SW Baptist Theological School and Seminary,I pondered about how many pastors we turn out every year and yet the bulk of America is biblically illiterate including Christians. It is no wonder that we have so many churches and why a new one can rise up every six ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13-16, 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Be Ready To Defend Your Faith Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 10, 2025

The world is full of questions. Some ask with curiosity, others with skepticism, and still others with outright hostility. As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to be ready to respond. Our faith should not only be lived out but also defended with wisdom and grace.

Go! And Be Ready to Defend Your Faith Introduction: A Call to Stand Firm The world is full of questions. Some ask with curiosity, others with skepticism, and still others with outright hostility. As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to be ready to respond. 1 Peter 3:15 (NLT) instructs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, Colossians 3:17, Romans 10:9, 2 Timothy 2:15, Jude 1:3, Colossians 4:6, Matthew 5:16, Ephesians 4:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

United We Stand Series

Contributed by James Osborne on Apr 19, 2025

In these very troubled times it is critical that the Church unites around the love that flows from the Resurrected Lord.

UNITED WE STAND, DIVIDED WE FALL INTRO: We are so exited to have everyone here this morning. It is the first time in 2 years that we have been able to celebrate Resurrection Sunday in our sanctuary and we have so many guests. Those things are amazing. However, it is important that on this ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-29, Ephesians 4:1-13, Romans 12:17-21, John 17:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discerning The Source Of Criticism Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 21, 2025

When criticism is based on lies and bathed in bitterness, it is essential to recognize that it is not coming from God.

As Christians, we are not immune to criticism. In fact, Jesus promised that we would face persecution and criticism for our faith (John 15:18-21). However, not all criticism is constructive or godly. When criticism is based on lies and bathed in bitterness, it is essential to recognize that it is ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-21, Ephesians 4:15

Go! And Proclaim Him: Christ In You, The Hope Of Glory - Colossians 1:27-28 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 25, 2025

There is a cry from heaven that echoes in every heart that belongs to Christ: Go! And Proclaim Him! In Colossians 1:27–28, Paul reveals a glorious mystery—a secret now unveiled: Christ lives in you. Not around you. Not near you. In you. And that changes everything.

Go! And Proclaim Him: Christ in You, the Hope of Glory - Colossians 1:27-28 (NLT) Colossians 1:27-28 (NLT): "For God wanted them to know that the riches and glory of Christ are for you Gentiles, too. And this is the secret: Christ lives in you. This gives you assurance of sharing his glory. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:27-28, Galatians 2:20, John 14:23, 1 Corinthians 2:2, Romans 1:16, Matthew 5:48, Ephesians 4:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On A Sense Of Belonging

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 11, 2025

A sense of belonging is the feeling of being accepted, included, and connected to another person, a group or a community.

Brené Brown, a female American academic once remarked: "True belonging is the spiritual practice of believing in and belonging to yourself so deeply that you can share your most authentic self with the world and find sacredness in both being a part of something and standing alone in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8, 1 Peter 4:10, Philippians 2:1-4, Ephesians 4:16

Go! And… Be One Body In Christ - Romans 12:4–5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 26, 2025

Paul, in his letter to the Romans, paints a powerful picture: the Church is like a body. Many parts, many functions, one purpose. And if one part goes rogue, the whole suffers.

Go! And… Be One Body in Christ - Romans 12:4–5 Romans 12:4–5 (NLT): “Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ’s body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other.” Introduction – The Beauty and Challenge of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, Ephesians 4:11-13, 1 Peter 3:18, Colossians 3:13-15, Romans 10:9, Ephesians 2:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Art Of Living With Disagreements

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 1, 2025

Disagreements are inevitable, but how we handle them makes all the difference. In this sermon, we explore four suggestions for developing the art of living with disagreements.

Introduction: A. Once there was a ministerial panel that was asked to debate the question of when life begins. 1. The first minister said: “Life begins at conception, of course!” 2. The second minister countered: “No, no, life certainly begins at birth.” 3. The third minister chimed in: “Perhaps ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32, James 1:19, Proverbs 18:13, 1 Corinthians 8:1, 1 Corinthians 13:2, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8, Ephesians 4:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ