Sermons on Ephesians 5:5-15:

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 10, 2024

This week and next we are looking at three results of being filled with the Spirit.

We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As we have said, Ephesians can be divided into two sections, chapters one through three describe what God has done in us through Christ while chapters four through six call us to live out what God has done in us, what ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Imitating God: A Life Transformed By Truth Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2024

The apostle Paul, in his letter to the Ephesians, gives us a command that is both simple and profound: "Imitate God." Lets explore what it means to imitate God by walking in love, holiness, and light.

Imitating God: A Life Transformed by Truth" Introduction: Today we are diving deep into a powerful truth from God’s Word—a call that challenges us to a higher standard of living. The apostle Paul, in his letter to the Ephesians, gives us a command that is both simple and profound: ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2, 1 John 4:19, Ephesians 5:3-5, 1 Peter 1:16, Ephesians 5:8-9, Matthew 5:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon # 9 - Arise From Your Slumber Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 18, 2024

Just as Jonah slept through the raging storm there were others in the Bible who also slept for various reasons. Today if the church does not wake up and continues to be in slumber of any sort, we will become easy targets of the evil one.

We read in Jonah 1:5-6, And the mariners were afraid, and cried every man unto his god; and they cast forth the wares that were in the ship into the sea, to lighten it unto them. But Jonah was gone down into the innermost parts of the ship; and he lay, and was fast asleep. So the shipmaster came to ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:5-6, 1 Kings 19:5, Judges 16:19, Matthew 13:25, Ephesians 5:10-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

"Let The Spirit Fill Your Life”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 18, 2024

One must allow the Holy Spirit to fill their life if they are to live a life of eternal significance.

Financial expert and radio personality, Dave Ramsey says there are three things one can do with money: spend, give, or invest. Of course, one must become debt free first. There’s a parallel between what he says about money and what God says about life. I can spend my life, give my life, or invest ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Enjoy The Day, We Do Not Have Many Of Them - Psalm 118:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 26, 2024

Our lives are made up of a finite number of days, each one crafted by God for a specific purpose. Yet how many of us truly enjoy the day, recognising that it is a precious, irreplaceable gift?

Enjoy the Day, We Do Not Have Many of Them - Psalm 118:24 Psalm 118:24 (NLT) – “This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.” Introduction How often do we let the gift of today slip through our fingers, weighed down by worries of tomorrow or regrets of yesterday? Our lives ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24, Lamentations 3:22-23, Philippians 4:4, Psalm 90:12, James 4:14, Matthew 6:34, Proverbs 27:1, Matthew 6:19-20, Ephesians 5:15-16, Colossians 4:5, Psalm 92:1-2, Psalm 16:1, 2 Corinthians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living As Children Of Light

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 4, 2023

Today, we will delve into Paul's letter to the Ephesians, specifically focusing on Ephesians 5:1-7. In the Paul encourages believers to live as children of light, highlighting the transformative power of Christ in our lives.

Title: Living as Children of Light Sermon Text: Ephesians 5:1-7 Introduction: Today, we will delve into Paul's letter to the Ephesians, specifically focusing on Ephesians 5:1-7. In these verses, Paul encourages believers to live as children of light, highlighting the transformative power ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Imitating The Way God Walks

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jun 5, 2023

Walking with God can be a really good thing! Have you noticed that many people have their own peculiar way of walking. Perhaps you smiled if you happened to see a boy walking with his father, trying to walk the same way as his dad. They say that imitation is a form of flattery.

Alba 6-4-2023 IMITATING THE WAY GOD WALKS Ephesians 5:1-21 Did you know that God took walks? The Bible says that when Adam and Eve sinned, “they heard the sound of the Lord God walking in the garden in the cool of the day, and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the Lord God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21, John 8:12, James 1:5-8, Hebrews 11:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whenever You Come Together...edifying The Church

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 10, 2023

Whenever you come together, you have something to share. Whether song, testimony, word, or praise, share to increase in the unity of our faith, together. Come to share, to give, and to receive of the LORD with expectation.

2023.06.11.Sermon. Whenever you come together. Come to share and receive William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Whenever you come together, you have something to share. Whether a song, a testimony, a word of understanding or a message of praise, Let these things be shared to increase unity in faith. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26, Ephesians 4:12-13, Ephesians 5:15-21, Colossians 3:12-17, Psalm 95:1-2, Psalm 96:1-13, Psalm 40:3, 2 Samuel 22:50, Psalm 18:49, Psalm 42:8, Psalm 77:6, Psalm 105:1-3, Hebrews 10:23-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Just Wants Me To Be Happy Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 21, 2023

This is a common myth that is repeated often - it indicates that our personal happiness is the paramount good - what God wants more than anything else. Like each of the myths we will explore, there is a kernel of truth in there - but it is overcome by the misunderstanding of the saying.

- MYTHS CHRISTIANS SOMETIMES BELIEVE - God Just Wants Me To Be Happy Introduction We are continuing our series of Myths Christians Sometimes Believe. In the last message, we talked about the myth that “God Won’t Give Me More Than I Can Handle.” Our myth in this message is a common one: “God Just ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Galatians 5:22, Ephesians 5:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Imitators Of God - Living In The Light, Living By The Spirit’s Power, And Living In Spirit-Guided Relationships! Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 13, 2023

Paul reminds us to give thanks for God in all things, the submit yourselves, your identity, your position in life and then submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Who you are in Christ supersedes and guides your actions in every area of life.

Sermon: Be Imitators of God - Living in the Light, Living by the Spirit’s Power, and living In Spirit-Guided Relationships! Scripture Ephesians 5:1-2 “Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-32, John 13:34-35, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon On Light & Darkness

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 27, 2022

Light and Darkness, in many respects, exist also in our personal lives.

C. JoyBell C; an author of books on poetry and literature that have been described as relating mainly to the mysterious, the philosophical and the esoteric once remarked: “The dance between darkness and light will always remain - the stars and the moon will always need the darkness to be seen, the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5, Ephesians 5:8, 2 Corinthians 6:14

Thank God For Another Year! (New Year)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

We who are gathered here today are blessed people. There were a lot of people that were hoping they would be living to face another year, but their time on earth came to an end.

There were a lot of people that were hoping they would be living to face another year, but their time on earth came to an end. This is a very special time in our life. As we look at another year, some of us may not be here for the next 365 days. Who might these be: • It could be the healthiest ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Meeting On The Mountain

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 15, 2023

The Mount of Transfiguration - 1. A Revealing 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13 Theme: Transfiguration Title: The Meeting on the Mountain In the meeting on the Mountain we see 1. A Revelation 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response Revelation – Reaction – Response INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13, Philippians 2:14-15, Ephesians 5:8, James 1:17

Denomination: Nazarene

Double Exposure

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 8, 2023

The photographic process is mysterious; a piece of film is exposed to light and images are left. Our lives are like that film. We present what we want others to see, but God sees beneath it. A 2nd exposure will happen - now or later!

DOUBLE EXPOSURE Eph. 5:8-16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Squeaky clean 1. One young woman decided to try clean her purse by throwing it into the washing machine—with the rest of the laundry. Her younger brother was startled, and asked, “Why are you washing your purse?” 2. Their father, who ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Appearance, No Experience Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 9, 2023

The Fourth Sunday of the Lent

No Appearance, No Experience Scripture 1 Samuel 16:1, 1 Samuel 16:6-7, 1 Samuel 16:10-13, Ephesians 5:8-14, John 9:1-41. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Today’s gospel centres on the analogy and distinction between physical and spiritual blindness. The early Christians saw physical ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1, 1 Samuel 16:6-7, 1 Samuel 16:10-13, Ephesians 5:8-14, John 9:1-41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other