Sermons on Ephesians 5:14-17:

Passion Of Elijah

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Aug 23, 2003

PASSION involves each of us giving to God. Jesus told us that is more blessed to give than to receive. Actually, all of ourselves. All of our love.

PASSION of ELIJAH Text: Ephesians 5:16 thru 18 We serve a great and mighty God. He has given us so much. And yet, we seem to have so little to give Him in return. I have been impressed over the years that He wants us to give Him more of ourselves while (at the same time) learn to give to one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-6, Ephesians 5:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Success In Life

Contributed by George Rennau on Aug 25, 2003

How are you SPENDING your life between the times you eat, sleep and brush your teeth? Are you accomplishing something meaningful Or are you letting that time slip by you.

Success in Life Today, just 25 percent of adult Americans say "a lot of money" signifies success and accomplishment, down from 33 percent in 1996. What do people most associate with success and accomplishment: 83% say that doing those things that will make them feel Satisfied that they are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Focus Factor

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 9, 2003

How we are to focus on the cross in this life.

September 3, 2003 Ephesians 5:15-20 One of many things that impresses me about the ministry of Jesus was His focus. He never lost sight of the reason why he had come. As a matter of fact, at times he was so focused on His mission, that his disciples started to become worried about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

I Do! I Do! Because I Love You! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 7, 2002

“I do, I do!” It’s suppose to mean I love you till death do us part. The intent of the, “I do’s” means I commit to work hard so our marriage and family is a success. In turn this creates true happiness and honors God.

"I Do, I Do - Because I Love You!" Thesis: “I do, I do!” It’s suppose to mean I love you till death do us part. The intent of the, “I do’s” means I commit to work hard so our marriage and family is a success. In turn this creates true happiness and honors God. Introduction: Greetings, fellow ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Live With One Another And Still Love It! Series

Contributed by Russ Witkowski on May 11, 2002

Second in a series on family living from a Biblical perspective.

BIBLICAL FAMILY LIVING II HOW TO LIVE WITH ONE ANOTHER AND STILL LOVE IT! EPH 5:15-33; PROV 22:15 Sunam 2/10/02 Be very careful, then, how you live-not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. 17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:15, Ephesians 5:15-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Filled! Series

Contributed by Ronald Degraw on May 13, 2002

We receive the Holy Spirit as Christians, but how do we tap into that power to do God’s Work?

BE FILLED Last week we talked about the Holy Spirit and how we possess the same power that the 1st apostles possessed. We discussed how in order to be the Christ’s light in the world we need to be empowered by the Holy Spirit. Today, I want to talk about how we go about tapping into that power. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

Choose Wisdom Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 13, 2002

Sermon 2 of 7 on Ephesians 5-6. This was preached on Mother’s Day, May 12, 2002

Choose Wisdom Today we honor Mothers. We do so for a variety of reasons. Mostly we do so because of their love for us and because of their wisdom. They aren’t always wise! Consider Mrs. Monroe who lives in Darlington, Maryland. She’s the mother of 8 children. She came home one afternoon from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21, James 4:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

7 Keys To A Healthy Family Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 17, 2002

We need to learn the keys to having a healthy family if we want to fend off the attack of the enemy on our families.

Keys To A Healthy Family? Thesis: We need to learn the keys to having a healthy family if we want to fend off the attack of the enemy on our families. Texts: Ephesians 5: 1-33; I Corinthians 13 Introduction: Good News for the family shared by Gary Collins in Family Shock: Ø Despite all the change ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Faithful Walk In The Light Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 20, 2002

Living consistent with God’s will

A FAITHFUL WALK IN THE LIGHT Ephesians 5:8-14 · This morning we looked at Paul’s command that Christians live their lives as an imitation of who God is. 1) He told us that God’s footsteps are characterized by a spirit of sacrificial love. 2) Paul also warned us against IDOLATRY which shows ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Making The Most Of Every Opportunity

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 30, 2002

Encouragement to recognize and take advantage of opportunities God places in front of us.

Making the Most of Every Opportunity Ephesians 5:15-16 June 2, 2002 Introduction Have you ever walked away from a situation frustrated because you realize you just missed an opportunity? Maybe it was to make a sale, or make an improvement, or maybe even make a point. Maybe it was an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Flip The Switch Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 4, 2002

Living as children of light

Flip the Switch – Eph. 5:3-20 Steve Simala Grant – Nov. 3/4, 2001 Intro: (Sun) Making decisions in the dark can lead to some regrettable consequences. Back in the days before electricity, a tightfisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a lighted lantern when he went to call ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-20

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In Wisdom

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon illustrates six ways to walk in wisdom as found in the text.

I. Introduction a. Wisdom is something that everyone seeks. II. The First Way is to make the Most of Our Time. (16) a. People today waste time. b. “the days are evil.” III. The Second Way is to understand the Will of God. (17) a. God Speaks through the Bible b. God Speaks through ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

How Can We Imitate God?

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

Paul gives us four ways to imitate God.

I. Introduction a. Illustration –We have all seen young children imitate their parents. Young girls play with dolls and little boys play with plastic lawn mowers. b. Paul writes to the church at Ephesus and tells them to imitate God. c. Though Paul’s letter was written to the church at Ephesus, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Finding The Path"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 7, 2002

Discovering the will of God

“Finding the Path” A minister was asked to conduct a service at a mental institution. Things went well until the sermon. He began his message with a rhetorical question: “Why are we here?” A patient responded, “Because we’re not all there!” Purpose in life is a challenge for most of us. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16-17, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Congregational

One Life To Live

Contributed by Brian Moon on Feb 5, 2003

This message motivates us to realize that we only have one life to live and the consequences are eternal.

One Life to Live Brian A. Moon In an average lifetime, the average American spends 3 years in business meetings, 13 years watching TV, Spends $89,281 on food, consumes 109,354 pounds of food, Makes 1811 trips to McDonalds, Spends $6881 in vending machines, Eats 35,138 cookies and 1483 pounds of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17, Romans 6:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed