Sermons on Kehillah In Ephesus 5:16:

"Depend On God’s Spirit” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 14, 2019

If we are going to apply God's wisdom and stand firm in God's will, we must depend on the Holy Spirit.

In the April 1989 edition of Time magazine, an article appeared which, I believe, is still relevant for us some 30 years later. It was titled, “How America Has Run Out of Time,” and the opening lines say it all: “If you have a moment to read this story with your feet up, free of interruption, at ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In Wisdom Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 11, 2019

We examine being filled with the Spirit. The fact is, we have all of the Holy Spirit at the time of our conversion and regeneration. The question is, does the Holy Spirit have all of us?

Over the this last month, we have been examining what Paul described as: that you put off, … the old man ... and that you put on the new man … (Ephesians 4:22a and 24a) As Christians, we have become a new creation in Christ. As a new creation, we discussed how taking off the old man is like ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Making The Most Of The Time

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Nov 14, 2019

It is not God's will for us to be constantly pressed for time. A few practical techniques can help us handle our time well.

Well, here we are. We made it to the year 2015. I’ve written the number 2015 several times already and am getting use to it. So we’re in the month of January. The Romans gave it the name January after their god, Janus, who had two faces, one looking forward and one looking back. And that’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Releasing Control

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Nov 14, 2019

We make like to do everything our own way, but we all need to learn the freedom that comes from an appropriate submission

Stuart Briscoe tells the story of a young man who reached his 18th birthday. To celebrate, he asked his Dad for the car keys to go out with his friends. His Dad said, "It’s a school night; we want you home by 10:30." The young man said, “I’m 18 years old now. Nobody can tell me what ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

"the Dash Between The Dates"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 19, 2019

Life is lived in the dash between the dates on our tombstone.

“The Dash Between the Dates” August 18, 2019 Ephesians 5:5-20 “For of this you can be sure: No immoral, impure or greedy person—such a person is an idolater—has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God. Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things God’s wrath ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:5-20, Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Holiness

Crying Out To God

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

This message explores the concept of crying out to God observed in Scripture.

“Crying Out To God” Selected Passages It seems that it normally takes a severe crisis in our life before we truly cry out to God from the depths of our heart. Our relationship with God seems to have lost a real passion. We have lost the sense of desperation regarding our own condition as well as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-17, 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Genesis 4:25-26, Revelation 3:16-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

In Christ, I Am...light In The Darkness Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018

Shine the light of Christ on our own darkness, and the darkness of the world. Then, shine as a light in the world.

IN CHRIST, I AM…LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS—Ephesians 5:1-20 (Series on Ephesians: In Christ, I Am…) Read the sermon title from the card. There is a lot of darkness in the world. The media bombards us with stories of injustice, oppression, and corruption. We see people who are caught in a web of sin, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Imortance Of The Lord's Supper

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 18, 2018

“I am the living bread that came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever. And the bread that I will give for the life of the world is my flesh.” (John 6:51)

Introduction: Important events and experiences make a lasting impression on the lives of both the individual and the family. The child’s first day in school, a person’s first day at work, the day of marriage and many other events all contribute to a person’s wellbeing. The most important event ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13, Ephesians 5:15-20, John 6:51-58

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Good Christian Means: Walking On Water? No - Walking In Wisdom? Yes

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 19, 2018

Paul's insight to daily Christian Life

Weekend Message/Devotion Ephesians 5:15-20 August 19, 2018 Being A Good Christian Means: Walking on Water? No - Walking in Wisdom? Yes Paul has this way of hammering a point, doesn’t he? No beating around the bush here. Todays New Testament Reading begins at verse fifteen, chapter ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Admonition For Spirit-Filling Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 24, 2018

This portion of the Ephesian letter constitutes an exhortation to the readers to live like wise men. “See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise”

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 11/29/17 Lesson 23: The Admonition for Spirit-Filling (Ephesians 5:15-21) Ephesians 5:15-21 (KJV) 15 See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, 16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. 17 Wherefore be ye not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Vultures And Hummingbirds

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Aug 31, 2018

You always find what you are looking for; therefore, be careful what you look for.

Two birds fly over our nation’s deserts: One is the hummingbird and the other is the vulture. Vultures find the rotting meat of the desert, because that is what they look for. They thrive on that diet. Hummingbirds ignore the smelly flesh of dead animals. Instead, they look for the colorful ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Other

Game Day - Pt. 4 - 2 Minute Warning Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 8, 2018

The game is decided by those who get in the game, not by those who sit in the stands! It is Game Day. Are you on the field?

The 2 Minute Warning I. Introduction As much work, energy, effort and sweat that has been invested into a game it is inevitable. It is just a matter of time. The clock will run down. Time is ticking down. 2 minutes are left. Execution must now tighten. Everyone’s best effort must be given. The ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35, Ephesians 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Part 1 - It's My Time? Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 14, 2018

A introductory sermon looking at managing our time and resources.

It's My Time? Ephesians 5:15-17 September 16, 2018 We would like to believe that my time is simply that . . . my time. We believe we control our time. And if that is true, then why are so many people feeling OVERWHELMED, OVERSCHEDULED, and EXHAUSTED. It seems too many people are overwhelmed, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

High On God Series

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 16, 2018

God wants us to live deliberately and to yield all control to God. Anything else is a cheap substitute. Nothing else fulfills us. When we are "high on God" (filled with the Spirit), all kinds of special things happen.

High on God Ephesians 5:15-20 We just came from a state that has legalized marijuana use. And you see it everywhere, particularly on the only road to the beach where we used to live. Cannabis Center. The Weed Shack. It’s there for the buying. (Sorry, I didn’t bring home any souvenirs!) Why do ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20, Romans 8:28, John 5:19

Denomination: Baptist

Sports Theology

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 17, 2018

Marx said religion was the opiate of the masses. He was wrong. Sports are not only the opiate, but the religion of the masses.

The Theology of Sports God - Whoever is champ for the year. He changes from year to year, thus it is a polytheistic religion. Son of God - MVP Jesus Christ - Someone you cry out to when the plays don’t go your team’s way or they make a terrible blunder. Salvation - Reception of a Hail Mary in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist