Sermons on Ephesians 5:6-14:

Awake, Not Woke Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 22, 2022

In the Bible, God and Jesus are repeatedly identified with light.

7 Therefore do not become partners with them; 8 for at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light 9 (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), 10 and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord. 11 Take no part in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:7-14

Denomination: Brethren

Not A Heretic Hunter

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 12, 2022

These days you do not have to hunt heresy as it comes right out of the darkness and parades itself in the open field.

We live in an age where no one likes to be challenged or corrected. I do not like to be wrong, but I have told congregations to go home and study the Word after a sermon to be sure I know what I am talking about. If I do not, do not leave me ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:17, Philippians 3:17-19, Romans 16:17-18, Titus 3:10-11, Titus 1:10-11, 2 Timothy 4:1-4, Ephesians 5:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruitful Believer Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jan 14, 2022

Jesus provides us an image of what the fruitful believer looks like. Jesus likens Himself to a vine, and the Father is the one for cares for the vine. The believers in Christ Jesus - the ones who are alive and receiving life from the vine - are the branches of vine with the purpose of bearing fruit.

Introduction As I wrote this message, it is clear that things are not right in the world. There are ongoing struggles as a result of COVID-19 and the response by politicians and globalists. These last two years have brought tremendous uncertainty, pain, and have divided people over masks and the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:9, Philippians 3:14, Colossians 1:9-10, 2 Corinthians 7:8-10, Psalm 3:8, Matthew 7:22-23, Ephesians 4:30, Colossians 1:10-11, Philippians 1:11, Ephesians 4:15, Acts 17:11, John 13:35, Malachi 3:10, 1 Timothy 6:18-19, Isaiah 8:12, Proverbs 11:24-25, Hebrews 13:15, Ephesians 5:9, Galatians 5:22, Matthew 6:21, John 15:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Walk As Children Of The Light (Ephesians 5:3-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 7, 2022

Don't be lured by old, sinful ways of living. Be thankful, and walk in the light.

Let's start today, by simply reading verses 3-4: (3) Now, sexual immorality and all uncleanness or greediness must not be named among you, just as it is fitting for the holy ones, (4) and shameful behavior and foolish talk or coarse/crude joking, which aren't proper, but rather ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-14

Living In The Light Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 16, 2022

As children of God, we need to let our light shine for everyone to see.

Living In the Light Text: Eph. 5:1-14 Introduction 1. Have you ever noticed what often happens when a light burns out? Many times, when a light is turned on for the last time it produces a sudden burst of light (even burning brighter than it normally does) until the element burns into darkness. A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Christ: The Light Of The World

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 17, 2022

John's Gospel presents seven distinctive claims by the Lord Jesus Christ (John 6:48, 8:12, 10:9, 11, 25, 14:6, 15:5). His claims reveal a great deal about our world, our lives, and what he has to offer us. This message will center on His claim of being "the Light of the World".

The Lord Jesus made it clear to His disciples and those who encountered Him throughout HIs three and a half years of ministry that He was no mere healer, teacher, sage, or model of behavior we could try to emulate. Each of the four Gospels present Him as God Incarnate, the fulfillment of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, John 8:20, Isaiah 9:1-6, Ephesians 5:11, Isaiah 49:6, Philippians 2:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Light; The Child's Friend Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 19, 2022

“For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true).” (Eph 5:8-9)

Introduction: Today is children’s Sunday and our theme for reflection is Jesus, the Light, the child’s friend. When we think about light the first thing that comes to mind is light from the sun. It is this light that wakes us up in the morning and makes us see our way as we prepare for the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-17, Psalm 36:7-10, Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

People That Rebel Against The Light

Contributed by James Dina on Jan 15, 2021

"He that rejects me and does not receive the light of truth(God's word) will be judged by that same word in the last day. Those that know the light but decide to rebel against the light will be judged greatly as well".

PEOPLE THAT REBEL AGAINST THE LIGHT "There are those who rebel against the light; they do not know its ways nor abide in its paths." (Job 24:13)   God is the Creator of the world and of every person in it; "The earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness, the world and those ...read more

Scripture: Job 24:13, Ephesians 5:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cohabitation Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Mar 1, 2021

This is the second message in the series that looks at what Christians say about issues and then compares them to what God says about them in scripture.

Would you please open your bibles to John 5:30? Jesus says “I can of mine own self do nothing: as I hear, I judge, and my judgment is just because I seek not mine own will, but the will of the Father which hath sent me.” Now turn to Ephesians 5:1. Paul writes “Be ye therefore followers of God, as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:25, Proverbs 21:2, Hebrews 13:4, 2 Peter 2:22, 1 John 1:5, Ephesians 5:1-7, 1 Corinthians 8:13, Romans 13:11-14, Proverbs 14:12, John 5:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep Shining

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 1, 2021

Paul reminds us that as new born-again-baptized people, we are new creatures in Jesus Christ who are called to exemplify His light in our living and witness, walking as Gods children of light (Ephesians 5:8).

Ephesians 5:8-14  for at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light  (9)  (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true),  (10)  and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord.  (11)  Take no ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Only Believe

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Mar 5, 2021

Why in the world, would anyone want to limit themselves to what someone else could give them, Instead of what the God could give them? We don’t have to settle for a sliver of pie, you can have as many pieces of the pie your willing to believe for!

Only Believe Ephesians 5:8-10,15-17 NIV For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light 9 (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) 10 and find out what pleases the Lord. 15-17 So, then, be careful how you live. Do not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:30-32, 2 Kings 4:1-7, 2 Timothy 2:15, Colossians 4:5-6, Ephesians 5:8-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Purity Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 12, 2018

40th in series from Ephesians dealing with a pure life.

“Living In Purity” Ephesians 5:3-14 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-5:2 Introduction Not only does the way we treat one another distinguish us as Children of God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Living In Purity Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 16, 2018

41st message in the series from Ephesians continuing with the admonition to live in purity.

“Living In Purity” Ephesians 5:3-14 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 D. Live in Purity 5:3-14 Review Paul isolated two specific groups of people in this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Live As Children Of Light Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 16, 2018

42nd message in a series from Ephesians dealing with living a godly life style.

“Living In Purity” Ephesians 5:7-14 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 D. Live in Purity 5:3-14 1. Guard your reputation 5:3-6 2. Guard your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Playing Footsie With The Devil

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 18, 2018

It's hard to walk with Jesus when you're playing footsie with the devil. We must live a life of holiness no matter what else is around us.

Playing Footsie with the Devil April 15, 2018 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must live a life of holiness no matter what else is around us. Focus Passage: Ephesians 5:1-16 Supplemental Passage: What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist