Sermons about Ephesians 5:16-18

Becoming A Childish Imitator

Contributed by Denny Feasby on Mar 8, 2004

based on 8 ratings

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Paul gives us four areas in which we should imitate our heavenly father the way a child imitates his eartly father.

Becoming A Childish Imitator Ephesians 5:1-21 Intro: Two weeks ago we began to look at Paul’s standards for being part of the perfect church. At the end of chapter 4 Paul gave us the 4 standards we are to live up to regarding the old life; the old life of sin. We found that Paul says that we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

God's Purpose

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 10, 2004

based on 164 ratings

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We all need to discern God’s purpose for our lives.

INTRO.- Eph. 5:17 “Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.” We all need to understand the Lord’s will or the Lord’s purpose for our lives. If we claim to believe in God the creator and Christ the Savior we must seek to understand their will/purpose for our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Basics For Dealing With People Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 13, 2004

based on 17 ratings

| 3,179 views

This sermon shares some basic biblical principles for dealing with people.

Intro to series: “Dealing with People.” Sometimes we say, “Life wouldn’t be so bad if it wasn’t for all the people.” We have to deal with people. Next week: “Dealing with the Spouse” Controversial passage. Then: “Dealing with the Kids” Parent/child relationship is vital. Finally: “Dealing with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

How Can I Know God's Will?

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 17, 2004

based on 58 ratings

| 4,668 views

One of the great mysteries of Christianity involves knowing God’s will for a person. Often we resort to fleeces, fasting, flipping, feelings or floundering to coax God into telling us His will. Use this GUIDE to know God’s will for your life...

In his letter to the Ephesian church, Paul exhorted them to “redeem the time, because the days are evil. So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.” It seems that one of the great mysteries of the Christian walk involves discovering God’s will for a person. That ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16-17, Romans 12:2

Denomination: United Methodist

The Importance Of Treating Your Spouse Like A Dog Series

Contributed by Ethan Muse on Apr 2, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 7,986 views

A sermon on the work of the Holy Sprit in our relationships in the home.

In preparing for this sermon, I decided to use for my title, The Importance of Treating Your Spouse Like a Dog. I’ll leave that alone for a few minutes for you to think about it, and I’ll address it later in the sermon, but let me say for now that I think that a lot of marriages today would be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-33

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Extreme Makeover Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 17, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 3,272 views

This is the ninth in a series of teachings on the book of Ephesians and is adapted from a full text sermon by Rev. David Slone(on this website). This teaching investigates Paul’s teachings on marital realationships.

Extreme Makeover: Master Bedroom Edition Ephesians 5:18-33 *Adapted from a message by David Slone (Extreme Makeover: Master Bedroom.) Computers are female *No one but their creator understands their internal logic. *The native language they use to communicate with other computers is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-33

Denomination: *other

Thanksgiving 2004

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

based on 10 ratings

| 4,896 views

The real meaning of Thanksgiving

"To All Ye Pilgrims: Inasmuch as the great Father has given us this year an abundant harvest of Indian corn, wheat, beans, squashes, and garden vegetables, and has made the forests to abound with game and the sea with fish and clams, and inasmuch as He has protected us from the ravages of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-20

Denomination: Methodist

Do Not Get Drunk With Wine (Or Any Obsession)

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 27, 2004

based on 44 ratings

| 4,921 views

More people have suffered from the abuse of alcohol than from all other drug addictions combined. The following are some reasons to flee from any tendency to fall into the temptation of drunkenness.

Do Not Get Drunk With Wine (Or Any Obsession) But Be Filled With the Spirit (Eph. 5:18) Illustration: Years ago, a group of scientists concluded that people once dependent on alcohol could resume drinking without falling back into addiction. Investigative reporters, however, uncovered contrary ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing The Spirit's Filling Series

Contributed by Sam Greene on Dec 1, 2004

based on 7 ratings

| 3,214 views

This sermon seeks to dispel misunderstandings surrounding the filling of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer.

The filling of the Spirit is not to be confused with the indwelling of the Spirit. These are two distinct and different aspects of the ministry of the Holy Spirit. The filling of the Spirit always has to do with His control in our lives. While the indwelling is a once for all act in which He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Power To Move

Contributed by Fred Edwards on Aug 28, 2001

based on 37 ratings

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Illustrates the baptism and filling of the Holy Spirit.

POWER TO MOVE Acts 2:4 There are all types of power: Man’s own power (our physical ability) Man-made power (machinery; generators; etc.) God’s power (in nature [glaciers; earthquakes; volcanos]; in Spirit [thru us]) We can use one or more of these different powers either separately or in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4, Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Make Your Life Count

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 3, 2004

based on 49 ratings

| 37,764 views

This sermon is about making your life count not just for this brief life but for eternity.

Make Your Life Count -Live to the Glory of God- Ephesians 5:15-20 The scripture passage in Ephesians 5:15-20 reminds me of the motto: Only one life, Will soon be past; Only what’s done for Christ Will last. Every day you are faced with decisions. What will you give your time and energy to? ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Free Methodist

Keeping Your Tank Full Series

Contributed by David Schaal on May 20, 2004

based on 39 ratings

| 18,060 views

The Bible commands us to ..be filled with The Spirit. This is not a command of a one time experience, but a continued filling, influencing every aspect of our lives including transformed relationships, dynamic ministry and enhanced worship.

LIVING A SPIRIT DRIVEN LIFE “KEEPING YOUR TANK FULL” TEXT: Ephesians 5:15-21; Acts 4:31; Luke 11:13 INTRO:How many of you like going to the Gas pumps now of days! It is crazy to think how much money we are paying for a gallon of gas, and they say that the end is not in sight. In Northern ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21, Acts 4:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Careful How You Live

Contributed by Lloyd Grubbs on May 28, 2004

based on 36 ratings

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High School Baccalaureate Service

Good evening – I am ___________ – Pastor of __________ To the Minister Alliance let me say I consider it an honor to address this group of seniors before me Also let me say to the _________ School Superintendent & the School Board Thank You for still allowing this type of service to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stewardship Of Time

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 17, 2004

based on 10 ratings

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A brief message on structuring prayer time.

STEWARDSHIP OF TIME Ephesians 5:1-17 INTRO: To redeem means to reclaim by payment of money, or to recover by labor, that which has been lost or alienated; or to preserve by prudence that which is in danger. This definition is wisely applied to our use of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit In Worship

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 6, 2005

based on 33 ratings

| 3,162 views

What are some of the key truths that can make us people filled with the Spirit regularly?

An Initial Fear: Letting the Holy Spirit fill you and lead you is not about being out of control but under God’s control. - v. 18a - “drunk” - cf. Pentecostal services that are “crazy” or chaotic, like someone who has drunk too much. - Being under God’s control does mean yielding ourselves to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

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