Sermons about Ephesians 5:8-16

The What-Fors Of The Wherefores

Contributed by Tim Adams on Dec 1, 2009

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This sermon seeks to encounter false views on how to understand the will of God.

“The What For of the Wherefores” (A general message on finding the will of God) Ephesians 5:14-17 I am preaching to you today on the subject of “The What For of the Wherefores.” There are two “wherefores” in the scripture that I read to you today. Both of them sandwich a fool in the middle. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Carpe Occasio

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 9, 2009

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Used for a local board retreat

Carpe Occasio November 7, 2009 LBA Retreat Introduction David and Kirk had been friends since high school. They were busy pastors in Florida but one day David called Kirk and asked him to go with him somewhere. Kirk asked where and David replied, “Germany”. Kirk remembers the ease with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Imitating Greatness Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

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We can be like Jesus if we live in close fellowship with Him. Here are some areas that will help us be more like Jesus.

Imitating Greatness Ephesians 5:1-20 Intro: One awesome thing about living your life for God is that He never asks you to do anything that you could not do with His help. He will definitely ask you to do things you could never do on your own, but we need to remember that the same one who calls us ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Family Matters I: Honoring God In Our Relationships Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

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The more the church knows how to please the Lord in all our relationships, the better we will be able to help one another (and others) grow closer to God. [INCLUDES MESSAGE FROM ROBIN OPPERMAN]

Family Matters: Honoring God in our Relationships Ephesians 5:21-33 Intro: In Ephesians 5:8&10 Paul says, “Live as children of light” and “Find out what pleases the Lord.” Well, one thing that pleases the Lord is when His people love one another and honor one another. People who belong to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Family Matters Ii: Honoring God In Our Relationships Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

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We can learn from Jesus what it means for a husband to take care of his bride because Jesus takes good care of His bride – the Church.

Family Matters II: Honoring God in our Relationships Ephesians 5:21-33 Intro: Last week we talked about family matters, taking our approach from Ephesians 5:8&10 where Paul says, “Live as children of light” and “Find out what pleases the Lord.” How do we please the Lord in our relationships? We ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Time To Wake Up.

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 12, 2009

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The church has been sleeping for too long. It is time to wake up and see what God expects from you.

December 13, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Ephesians 5:8-18 Subject: Living for God Title: Good Morning Palmyra, Missouri – Time to Wake Up We are living in a time when things happen often and they happen fast. We don’t always realize it but something may have happened just overnight that will ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The New Year Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 18, 2009

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Here’s some good solid advice for making the new year better. 1- The new year - Be careful 2- The new year - Be thoughtful 3- The new year - Be thankful

INTRO.- ILL.- Pete, at a New Year’s party, turns to his friend, Ken, and asks for a cigarette. “I thought you made a New Year’s resolution to quit smoking," Ken responds. “I’m in the process of quitting,” replies Pete with a grin. “Right now, I am in the middle of phase one.” “Phase one?” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Each Day I Live

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Dec 31, 2009

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This sermon is a challenge to each of us as we enter a new year

Each Day I Live Ephesians 5:15-17 15So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. 16Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. 17Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do.(NLT) Introduction I’m sure you’ve noticed that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church At Worship

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 3, 2010

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The apostolic command to be filled with the Spirit is a corporate responsibility of each congregation, and not simply an individual command. Paul instructs the churches what Spirit-filled worship looks like in this text.

“Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, addressing one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Challenges Of 2010!

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Jan 9, 2010

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So much for the past year! But, considering the tide of events, it seems we will be facing greater challenges this year. Let’s gear up!

Introduction: Two teenage brothers grew up as hooligans in a slum, making a living as couriers of illegal substances traded in the streets. These egocentric thugs religiously kept their dodgy earnings and shrewdly started their own illicit modus operandi until they became self-made millionaires ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make The Most Of Our Opportunities

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 9, 2010

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Our time on this earth is limited. Let us make the most of every opportunity

Make the MOST of our Opportunities Ephesians 5:15-17 15See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, 16Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. 17Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. (KJV) 15So be careful how you live. Don’t ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Driving Under The Influence

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 11, 2010

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Energy and passion in worship are fine, but they must push us toward authentic living and toward dedicated mission, else they will be destructive.

I could not help noticing this car that morning. It was a tiny little car, one of those that looks like a sardine can on wheels. The rust spots and the dents suggested that it had survived more than its share of bumps and bruises. But that was not all that made me notice this little puddle ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Make The Most Of Life Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 12, 2010

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Christians will make the most of their lives on earth by imitating God and God has been sharing Jesus Christ to people ever since He created them.

It’s 2010 and we all look forward to a prosperous new year. For Christians, we read in Ephesians 1:11-12, “In Christ we were chosen and predestined according to God who works out everything in order that we might be for the praise of His glory.” If you have accepted Jesus Christ as your only ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Do You Imitate?” Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Apr 6, 2010

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Everyone Imitates Someone

Who Do You Imitate? Ephesians 5: 1-14 OPEN: Today we want to continue with our study through the book of Ephesians. Today we want to talk about the issue of imitation. Context: we’ve been new garments to wear – Eph. 4:22 - Part of the worthy walk – a balancing of the scales Paul says ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Turn On The Light Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Apr 6, 2010

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We're the citizens of the Kingdom and we must act consistent with our identity.

“Turn on the Light!” Eph. 5:8-14 August 30, 2009 OPEN: Now as you know, we are studying the book of Ephesians. The first three chapters - who the Christian is. The last three how he lives, how he acts, how he functions. And Paul here in chapters 4, 5 and 6 gives us a clear, concise ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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