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  • Jonathan Russell avatar

    Three Wishes Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jun 22, 2007
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    Paul’s desire for the Ephesians regarding spiritual gifts

    1. Paul’s first wish was that they would know the ORIGIN of spiritual gifts (v. 7-10). A. He wanted them to know the definition of spiritual gifts (v. 7a). B. He wanted them to know the distributor of spiritual gifts (v. 7b). C. He wanted them to know the depth of spiritual gifts (v. 8-10). 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Dunn avatar

    Keeping Unity Through Peace Series

    Contributed by James Dunn on Jun 26, 2007
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    This is message 7 of a 13 part series taken from the Book of Ephesians describing "The Power of a Blessed Life."

    Keeping Unity through Peace Ephesians 4:1-6 Memory Verse: “…I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received." Ephesians 4:1 I. To Keep Peace, We Must Have Love: "…bearing with one another in love…" A. Be Humble. “…be completely humble…” B. Be Gentle. “…and gentle…” C. Be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Dunn avatar

    Achieving Maturity In Our Faith Series

    Contributed by James Dunn on Jun 26, 2007
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    This is message 8 in a 13 part series taken from the Book of Ephesians describing "The Power of a Blessed Life."

    Achieving Maturity in Our Faith Ephesians 4:7-16 I. We Must Have Leaders for the Church A. Apostles B. Prophets C. Evangelists D. Pastors E. Teachers II. What is the Purpose of Church Leaders A. To Prepare the Church for Ministry. “…to prepare God’s people for works of service …” Why? - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Drake avatar

    This Body Was Made For Walking Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 26, 2007
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    Because of who Christ is and who he has called us to be in His church, we must walk worthy of His calling.

    1. The first step to walking Jesus’ call is a worthy walk. 2. The second step to walking Jesus’ call is a well-disciplined walk (4:2-3) 3. The third step to walking Jesus’ call is a worshipping walk (4:4-6) EPHESIANS 4:1-6 One of the most memorable moments in a parent’s life is when your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Drake avatar

    Full Coverage Protection Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
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    We are assured of Jesus’ provision of protection as we go along in our Christian walk.

    1. Jesus provides His church with gifts for protection (4:7-12) a. Protecting gifts for all believers (4:7-10) b. Protecting gifts of called believers (4:11-12) 2. Jesus provides His church with growth for protection (4:13-16) a. Protecting growth in the fullness of Christ (4:13) b. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Using Your Gifts

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Apr 6, 2007
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    A message on using your spiritual gifts.

    USING YOUR GIFTS Ephesians 4:7-16 INTRO: According to the New Testament, each Christian has been given gifts or talents and abilities. But many of these gifts have gone unused. Since God has entrusted them to us, it seems fitting that we should find the best way to use them. How can we best use ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following In His Footsteps

    Contributed by Joseph Daniel on Apr 19, 2007
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    The test of a true Christian comes in our everyday walk with Christ.

    FOLLOWING IN HIS FOOTSTEPS (Ephesians 4:1-6) [Ask song director to sing “Footsteps of Jesus” #325 red hymnal] This morning our Scripture reading is Ephesians chapter 4, verses 1 through 6. The message is entitled “Following in His Footsteps,” and we’re going to be talking about walking. Talking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ned Bartlebaugh avatar

    Just What The Doctor Ordered: Unity In The Spirit

    Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Apr 20, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,349 views

    Encourage the church to unite together and fulfill it’s purpose.

    Just What the Doctor Ordered: Unity in the Spirit Ephesians 4:1-16 August 17, 2003 Humor A severe rash prompted a man from a rural area to come to town to be examined by one of my colleagues. After the usual history-taking followed by a series of test, the physician advised the patient that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Harvey avatar

    Better Together Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Apr 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
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    The intorduction to 40 Days of Comunity campaign

    40 Days of Community “Better Together” April 15, 2007 Intro: As humans, we are created to live together. This past week, Paul Watzlawick died. He was a revolutionary psychotherapist who believed that the key to overcoming emotional issues in life was not self-analysis but effective ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Otterstatter avatar

    "Receive Gifts From Your Ascended Lord”

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on May 22, 2006
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    According to these verses from Ephesians 4:7-16 Jesus ascended into heaven to be better able to provide for his followers.

    Where should a coach stand while his team is engaged in an athletic contest? The rules for various sports often dictate where a coach can stand during a game, meet, or match. But it makes sense that the coach should stand where he or she can see what’s going on and also be able to offer advice ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Gauntt avatar

    Christ Gifted His Church

    Contributed by Paul Gauntt on Jun 1, 2006
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    As children of God and members of the Body of Christ, we are basically clueless as to the awesome power which has been vested in Christ’s New Testament Church, through His gifts working through us.

    Virtually every cardinal doctrine in the Holy Scripture is covered in Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. Ephesians consists of two basic truths - positional truth and practical truth. In studying this blessed book, I counted thirty nine different benefits which are ours as members of Christ’s Body ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Every Christian Is A Minister

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jun 3, 2006
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    This purpose of this sermon is to challenge laity to become involved in ministry by coming to understand that the Holy Spirit calls all Christians into ministry. It was orginally preached on Pentecost Sunday and tied in with the empowerment for ministry

    Every Christian Is a Minister --Ephesians 4:7-12 In his 1786 “Thoughts Upon Methodism” John Wesley made a statement that continually sticks with me: I am not afraid that the people called Methodist should ever cease to exist either in Europe or America. But I am afraid least they should ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    United In Faith And Mission Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,934 views

    Once we are firmly established in God’s powerful, life giving grace, we are then able to walk before others--as brothers and sisters in Christ united in our faith and in our mission.

    Ephesians 4:1-16 “United in Faith and Mission” INTRODUCTION Some people have described the Christian life as not difficult, but impossible. I think we can agree that without the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives, we would not be able to live in faithful obedience to God and experience ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Kerry Bauman avatar

    The Purpose Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Jul 5, 2006
    based on 48 ratings
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    What does it mean for the church to walk in a manner worthy of our calling and how do we accomplish this?

    Preaching Series: The Tie That Binds The Purpose of the Church Text: Ephesians 4:7-16 Introduction: We live in a day and age when it seems that the church is becoming less and less important in our society. Many argue that the greatest challenge the body of Christ faces is not in becoming extinct ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Anthony Smith avatar

    One God. Conclusion Series

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 10, 2006
    based on 1 rating
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    This religion that Jesus brought to earth was a spiritual religion, not of this earth, nor did or does it, have any root upon the earth.

    One God. Conclusion Eph 4:3 Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Eph 4:4 There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; Eph 4:5 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal