Sermons on Ephesians 5:4:

Ask And Receive Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 29, 2022

This exposition of Zechariah 10:1-4 deals with God's way of blessing his people: thru the principle of Ask and Receive. His intervention on behalf of his people by sending Messiah is also expounded.

Our text today is in Zechariah 10:1-4. I. God’s INVITATION is to Ask and Receive We begin with the first word in that chapter: “Ask.”i God’s method of blessing His people begins there. He begins with an invitation to ask and receive. And that begins with our acknowledgement that every good gift ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 10:1-12, Zechariah 9:16-17, James 1:1-17, James 4:1-4, John 15:1-10, Luke 11:9-13, Ephesians 6:10-18, Colossians 4:2, Ephesians 5:1-18, Deuteronomy 18:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Invisible War Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 1, 2022

Every believer needs to know that there is an invisible war raging around you each day and night. The Bible says it’s a spiritual war between good = God and His army and Evil = Satan and his demons.

The Invisible War: Spiritual Warfare 101 Thesis: Every believer needs to know that there is an invisible war raging around you each day and night. The Bible says it’s a spiritual war between good = God and His army and Evil = Satan and his demons. Quote: “There are two equal and opposite errors ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12, 2 Kings 6:8-23, Ephesians 5:3-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Losing Our Inheritance

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Nov 14, 2019

Soda pop tastes good, but a diet of soda pop leaves us severely malnourished. Sermons that just complement us all the time produce stunted Christians.

There was once a major public health crisis in a third world country. The problem was orange soda pop, Orange Fanta. Illiterate mothers saw the billboards for Orange Fanta and thought, “Oh, it must be modern. It must be healthy. It has a nice, pretty color.” When they tasted it they discovered ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-5

Thankfulness Makes You Full Inside

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Nov 14, 2019

We can only get so far towards becoming new by trying hard or getting educated. The real power comes from inside, a changed heart, and thankfulness is a key to a changed heart.

There was a time when I thought that if we wanted to change our lives, to start good habits, or to break bad habits, all we had to do was decide to do it. We just had to choose. I come from a family with a lot of will power. But the more I have had to wrestle with my own weaknesses, the more I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-4

In 2020, I Resolve To:

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Dec 29, 2019

Making Resolutions and How God Offers Us Admonitions Via The Apostle Paul

Message/Devotion December 29, 2019 Ephesians 5:1-20 In 2020, I resolve to: The Reading Walk in Love 5 Therefore be imitators of God as dear children. 2 And walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling aroma. 3 But ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-20, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ephesians Chapter 5 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Nov 10, 2022

This is a detailed study verse by verse of Chapter 5. You will need to analyze, synthesize, and then summarize to fit your need.

Ephesians Chapter 5 Eph. 5:1 Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; (KJV) 5:1 Therefore become imitators of God [copy Him and follow His example], as well-beloved children [imitate their father]; Amplified version (Ellicott) A. (1, 2) These verses are an expansion and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Distinction Of Christian Love In Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 17, 2022

Christianity -or being a “follower” of Jesus is never about the whims of a fad or something popular. In fact, it is something that is quite counter cultural and disassociated from the world.

Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View this sermon at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/132497 Introduction In Scotland, a survey was given to law enforcement officers about their religious affiliations. What caught my attention was that 8 of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-6

Denomination: Brethren

"roadblocks To Revival."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 3, 2022

Some church services today resemble a Broadway play where the pastor is the playwright, with people leaving more entertained than elevated, for a church can only be as spiritual as their leaders and you cannot give what you do not have, especially when Hollywood has infiltrated the church.

SCRIPTIURAL REFERENCES (2 Chronicles 7:14) "If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2-3, Ephesians 4:25-32, Ephesians 5:3-5, Psalm 68:13, Luke 3:22, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Psalm 85:6, Isaiah 44:3, Joel 2:28, Psalm 34:18, Psalm 51:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Brought To Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Walk In Purity

Contributed by David Taylor on Dec 10, 2024

As we look at this text I want to remind us of three truths. First, the commands to walk worthy, Second the command to walk in sexual purity presupposes an internal struggle with sin within us. Third, discipleship is a community project, you cannot follow Jesus alone.

Brought to Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Walk in Purity Ephesians 5:3-6 June 14, 2020 David Taylor We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together with today’s message entitled, Walk in Purity from 5:3-6. As we have said, Ephesians can be divided in two ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brought To Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Motivation For Fighting Sin

Contributed by David Taylor on Dec 10, 2024

Today’s message, Motivation for Fighting Sin, looking at three warnings Paul gives to motivate us to fight for sexual purity which we will see is motivation to fight all sin.

Brought to Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Motivation for Fighting Sin Ephesians 5:3-6 June 21, 2020 David Taylor We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As I have said, Ephesians can be divided into two sections, chapters one through three describe ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Word Of God Speak! - Gospel Of John Series 1e Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Dec 23, 2024

Jesus Christ, the Word, is the Son of the Living God, and He is God. Jesus is God’s revelation of Himself to mankind.

Last week we talked about unrecognizable Jesus. His coming/birth…His death and resurrection were all prophesied. Yet, many didn’t recognize Him as the Messiah because they didn’t want to acknowledge their sin, nor have their sin exposed. Jesus is unrecognizable to those who choose not to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18, Ephesians 5:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Church #8 Who Do You Look Like? Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

No literal portrait of Jesus exists either. But the likeness of the Son who makes us free can be seen in the lives of His true followers.

Communion: The Deep surrounding love of God ~ Intro: On a wall near the main entrance to the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, is a portrait with the following inscription: "James Butler Bonham--no picture of him exists. This portrait is of his nephew, Major James Bonham, deceased, who greatly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Integrity In A Corrupt World

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2025

In a world that often promotes deceit, dishonesty, and moral compromise, living with integrity can seem challenging. Integrity is about doing what is right, even when no one is watching.

Title: LIVING WITH INTEGRITY IN A CORRUPT WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 1:8 "But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8, Proverbs 12:1, Ephesians 5:3-4, Philippians 2:15, 1 Peter 2:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Follow The Steps Of Our Savior Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 22, 2024

Here’s how: 1. Mimic our Master (vs. 1a). 2. Learn how much we are loved by God (vs. 1b). 3. Love like we are loved by God (vs. 2). 4. Live with godly holiness (vs. 3-7). 5. Walk as children of light (vs. 8-14).

Follow the Steps of Our Savior Jesus Christ Ephesians 5:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared May 22, 2024) BACKGROUND: *We are studying the Apostle Paul's letter to the Church in Ephesus. J. Vernon McGee gave this background: "Around the year 60 A.D. four ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Video Games. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

In today's digital age, video games have become a popular form of entertainment for many.

In today's digital age, video games have become a popular form of entertainment for many. However, as Christians, it's essential to examine this activity through the lens of scripture and explore its implications on our spiritual lives. In 1 John 2:15-17, we read, "Do not love the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17, Ephesians 5:15-16, Ephesians 5:3-4