Sermons on Ephesians 6:3:

An Mvd Needs The Mvt's

Contributed by John Beehler on Jun 15, 2003

A Father’s Day sermon to help dads put some tools in their toolbox.

The premise and much of the material for this sermon comes from a sermon by Wayde Wilson An “MVD” needs the “MVT” We’ve talked in the past couple of weeks about call and being called. Last week Steve and Shannon were called to present Trenton for the Sacrament of Baptism. The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Sermon In A Bag-- For Fathers

Contributed by Ronald Keller on Jun 16, 2003

A Father’s Day sermon that uses a bag filled with six snack foods, designed to represent some of the truths the Apostle Paul writes about in this passage.

INTRODUCTION. Give each father a bag with 6 items in it.(See items below) OK, Dads, now you can open the bag… But please only take out each item as I call it out. Each item in your bag represents a part of the truth that I have read to you from this portion of Ephesians. I. SALTED ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene

Give Honor To Your Mother

Contributed by Johnny Small on Jul 2, 2003

We are here today to honor our mothers, just as Christ honored His.

Give Honor to Your Mother Today is the day that has been set apart to honor our mothers. For some of us our mothers may have all ready gone to be with our Lord, for others your mother may be here with you today. Most of you ladies here today are mothers and grand mothers. Being a mother is a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3, John 19:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plan For Parenting

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 15, 2003

To discuss God’s Plan for parents and their children

God’s Plan for Parenting Colossians 3:20-21 Primary Purpose: To discuss God’s plan for parenting. Here Paul moves from discussing marriage to specifically discussing the parent-child relationship. It’s nice to know that God has a plan for parenting. It may be that parenting is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:20-21, Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Respect Authority! Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Mar 20, 2003

God calls Christians to respect authority out of respect for God. Paul illustrates how our submission plays out in the Parent-Child relationship as well as in our work relationships.

Respect Authority! Ephesians 6:1-9 Focus: God calls Christians to submit to one another and respect authority out of respect for God. Function: To illustrate how our submission plays out in the Parent-Child relationship as well as in our work world. When Celeste and I first found out ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baby Dedication

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 11, 2003

This message gives some practical advice to parents who are dedicating themselves to raising their children.

Baby Dedication June 22, 2002 1. Treat our children as blessings not burdens. Psalm 127 Do you believe that? There are too many parents today for whom children are something other than a blessing from God. Maybe part of that is that we see more and more parents having children for the wrong ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4, Psalm 127:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Unity ~ What Is It?

Contributed by Stephen Noel on Apr 6, 2001

What we need is unity. Not division. Let’s pursue Jesus’ unanswered prayer.

Unity ~ What exactly is it? We did this a few Sundays ago, but let’s do it again just to humor me, and to get it through to us all! When I count to 3, I want all of us to shout out what church we attend. Now, when I count to 3, I want you to shout with a loud voice, who are you here to worship ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:14-22, Ephesians 6:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Directives To Children Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Apr 8, 2001

What God’s Word has to say to children in respect of their duty to parents

Studies In The Christian Family The Duty of Children Introduction We come this evening to the third of our special series of studies that we have entitled God’s Blueprint for a Happy Family Life. We have been focusing our thoughts mainly on what Paul has to say about this subject in Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Parenting--It's A Tough Job

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 27, 2001

This sermon deals with the difficult role of being a parent.

Parenting--It’s A Tough Job July 30, 2000 Proverbs 4:1-9 Ephesians 6:1-4 I can still recall my wife saying, "I think it’s time." We were houseparents taking care of 7 kids living with them 3 1/2 days a week. We called the other couple to come be with the kids so that we could go to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4, Proverbs 4:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Doing What We Know To Do, The Way We Know How To Do It

Contributed by Matthew Drake on May 29, 2001

A great challenge to the Youth of today; to obey and honor their parents, the way God intended them to do.

As I was preparing this message, I did not feel to preach tonight. In fact I felt to speak to our Youth. Mom’s and Dad’s, stick with us, I think you’ll like the direction I plan to take tonight. If you would stand (remain standing) in honor to the reading of God’s Word. Let’s begin with The Book ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3, Colossians 3:15-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Families Fail Series

Contributed by David Limiero on Jun 5, 2001

Why do families fail? Compares the stories of Absalom and the Prodigal Son.

The Perils of Parenting: When Families Fail Eph. 6:1-4; Luke 15:11-32; 2 Samuel Introduction What happens when families fail? For the last two weeks we’ve been talking about parenting in times of peril. Two weeks ago we looked at a young mother named Hannah who was able to raise her son ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4, Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Can I Grow Up When You Treat Me Like A Little Kid?

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

Effective parenting allows children to grow up.

How can I grow up when you treat me like a little kid? Ephes. 6:1-4 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. [2] Honor your father and mother (which is the first commandment with a promise), [3] that it may be well with you, and that you may live long on the earth. [4] And, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Lesson On Fathers

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Good fathers are neither wimps or macho men.

Thesis: Good fathers are neither wimps or macho men. Intro.: 1. Today is the day recognized in our society as "FATHER'S DAY." a. We want to honor FATHERS today. b. Biblical basis ..................... Eph. 6:1-4. c. Typical Father's Day sermon: 1) Directed toward Fathers and designed to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

How Can The Lord Help Us Overcome Oppression From Demonic Powers?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Be sure that you consistently equip yourself for every spiritual battle. Be confident in the Lord’s ability to fight every battle in, through, with and for you

What are some of the Biblical means of helping people be freed from demonic oppression? 1. Paul, the apostle, gives us a great formula for fighting every good fight of faith in Ephesians 6. Paul writes, "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Father's Day 2000

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 18, 2000

Christian fathers should be honored and appreciated.

INTRO.- ILL.- A small boy said, "Father’s Day is just like Mother’s Day, only you don’t spend as much on the gift." And I say, "What gift?" ILL.- Mark Twain said, "When I was a boy of 14 my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to the 21, I was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ