Sermons on Sail By Ephesus:

Robot Christians

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 4, 2025

In this sermon I will be preaching on the warning God gave to the church at Ephesus, “NEVERTHELESS, I HAVE SOMEWHAT AGAINST THEE.”

Have you ever had someone come to you and say, “I need to talk to you, I have something against you that I want to discuss with you.” This is exactly what the Lord said to the church at Ephesus. “NEVERTHELESS, I HAVE SOMEWHAT AGAINST THEE.” Let’s look at what the Lord had against this church, but ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

On The Horns Of A Dilemma

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 15, 2006

The disciples in this story were facing a Dilemma. It is easy to trust the Lord when we are sailing on the smooth sea of life and there are no clouds in view and the sun is shining and the birds are singing. But what about the storm?

"ON THE HORNS OF A DILEMMA" Matt 14:22-33 Speaking of Horns - I like what I heard one preacher says, "A lot of preaching is Long Horn preaching". A couple of points with a lot of bull in between. I hope my message this morning will not fall into that category. We need to see the definition of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Leading Like Paul Led Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 25, 2016

In this sermon, we look at two passages that describe Paul's leadership, and then we glean leadership principles from them.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a tribe of Native Americans who came to their Chief one autumn and asked him if the winter was going to be cold or not. 1. Not really knowing for sure how cold the winter would be, the chief replied that the winter was going to be cold and that the members of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Closed Doors And Open Hearts Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 13, 2016

This sermon is a brief survey of Paul's Second Missionary Journey. I try to draw lessons from Paul's experiences that can apply to our journey with God.

Introduction: A. Many years ago, a certain mountain man, by the name of Shorthorn Bill, had become a noted guide in the Montana Territories, but he decided to move to Colorado. 1. Having settled outside Denver, he again began working his trade as a trail guide, principally with wealthy easterners ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Concern To His Church

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 14, 2004

Jesus showed His loving care to the church of Ephesus. He commended them, warned them and challenged them with a promise.

I. Jesus commended them. Vs. 2-3,6 A. For their deeds, hard work and perseverance vs. 2-3 B. For not imitating the Nicolaitans v.6 II. Jesus warned them. Vs. 4-5 A. For loosing their zeal for God B. For acting with wrong motives III. Jesus challenged them. V.7 A. To overcome their sins B. To ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unity Of Believers

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006

Paul begins to exhort the reader’s of the church of Ephesus and to us today to promote the unity of the church through godly living.

UNITY OF BELIEVERS Ephesians 4:1-6 INTRO: Paul begins to exhort the reader’s of the church of Ephesus and to us today to promote the unity of the church through godly living. Illustration Throwing darts at others and hitting Christ. “I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Backslidden Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 1, 2011

The church at Ephesus had much going to it and only one thing going against it - that thing was THE THING...It was now backslidden.

The Backslidden Church Revelation 2:1-7 * Today we begin ‘Part 2’ of the Revelation. Chapter 1 constitutes Part 1 of this book because it highlights the things which “have been.” Chapter 2 begins with the things which are. While we “THINK” it will be a good thing to get to the present-day ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Stop Walking That Way!

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 15, 2014

Paul in writing to the church located in Ephesus was interested in the way that they were walking as their walk revealed their attitudes, desires and relationship with Christ.

Stop Walking That Way Ephesians 4:17-24 Have you ever noticed the difference in how different people walk? Some walk daintily, some slouch, others shuffle their feet, some walk tall, some sprightly. Assuming that the feet and limbs are in good condition, a man's walk will generally reveal his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Ephesian Church And The Word Of God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 19, 2012

The growth of the first-century church of Ephesus shows how the Word of God overcomes world-systems by the power of the Holy Spirit.

21 May 2012 Verbum Domini The Word of God, Jesus, has overcome the world. Today’s reading from Acts gives us a glimpse of how the Word overcomes. The Word of God overcomes the world through the working of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the disciples. The foundation and growth of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-20

Denomination: Catholic

First Love Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 4, 2024

Starting with the church of Ephesus, this sermon explains the relevance of what was happening in this church and how it matches what we see today.

Ephesus: Rekindling Your First Love 7 Church’s In Revelation Series CCCAG 8-4-24 -Scripture- Rev 2:1-7 Overview- We just completed a series that discussed the 7 blessings found in the book of Revelation. Now we are going to stay in Revelation for the next several weeks and look at the 7 Churches ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Respond To Christ’s Call To Love Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 17, 2023

Just as the church at Ephesus had its opportunity to respond to the Lord's call, so do we. We too are called to be a shining light for Christ and share the love of God with others. Let us consider the lessons we learn from the church at Ephesus and seek to renew our love for Christ.

Visionary View: Respond to Christ’s Call to love Today, as God's church, we draw nearer each day to the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. Some of you may search for signs of His imminent return and find many Biblical prophecies fulfilled already. Yet, remember Jesus' own words in Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32, Luke 12:40, Revelation 2:1-7, Matthew 28:20, John 4:38, Matthew 28:18-20, 1 John 4:1, Matthew 7:15, Luke 15:11-32, John 10:28-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Press In Like Priscilla

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 17, 2013

To press into the spiritual realm means we strive to be mature in Christ and in how we view things in life. It means we are in tune with God and His agenda for our lives and for the Kingdom of Heaven. It means we push through the tough times of life and in our faith and we don’t quit.

Theme: ¾ Immerse We need to immerse ourselves in a new way of living. We need to immerse ourselves into the spiritual dimension of life and see things we have never seen before. We need to do this individually and corporately as a family unit. Series 3: Press In To press into the spiritual realm ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sinners Who've Found Grace Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 19, 2014

God encourages His children to rejoice in their salvation through Jesus, even if they are experiencing suffering. Holy living is not a product of ‘smooth sailing’. It is a choice, regardless of life-events or life-circumstances.

WAC2BL: Redeemed Scripture Text: 1 Peter 1.17-23 INTRODUCTION Someone asked-a-question: “What’s a WAC2BL?” ~ For starters, …it’s the theme for the next-several-weeks. But, more-than-that, …WAC2BL is a question… …It’s a question ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Inviting Jesus

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Sep 2, 2018

If you are going to sail in a dangerous sea or travel in a risky mountain, who will you invite to go with you? One couple invited Jesus from the very start of their journey and they never regret it.

INVITING JESUS: AN APPOINMENT THAT CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE John 2: 1-11 If you are going to sail in a dangerous sea or travel in a risky mountain, who will you invite to go with you? One couple invited Jesus from the very start of their journey and they never regret it. Joh 2:1 On the third day a ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peace, Be Still Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 14, 2013

Jesus was asleep. The boat was going down. But didn’t Jesus know there’d be a storm? Then why would He ask His disciples to sail into the teeth of this terrible storm in the middle of the night?

OPEN: A mother and her young daughter were at home alone. The father was gone on a trip for his company and night was coming on. Outside, it became increasingly dark and disturbing. The moon was out, but the wind howled menacingly in trees and the branches of some of those trees brushed ominously ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ