Sermons on Ephesians (Page 3)
In this message, we will take some time diving deeper into the fourth chapter of Ephesians. We spent a great deal of time focused on the single phrase “speaking the truth in love” in this morning’s message entitled, “If Christianity is all about love, why are Christians so intolerant?” So tonight, I hope to take a wider view of Ephesians 4 to discover some of the values that define the Body of Christ.
Today, people are constantly saying things like this: “That may be true for you, but it’s not true for me.” In postmodern society, God has been removed as the foundation for morality, human dignity and truth. People in a postmodern society determine/create truth that promotes their agenda. There is no right or wrong—true or false. They do not have any moral absolutes; rather, postmodernists believe that all different perspectives should be celebrated. With this kind of worldview, how can we communicate the truth of God’s Word to them?
We will be looking again at Paul’s letter to the church in Ephesus this week. Last week, we studied from Ephesians 2. Today, we will focus our attention on the last half of Ephesians 3 and the first part of Ephesians 4.
Part 3. Our mission is to…Unite People to One Another. We have been reconciled to God and other believers, brought near to God by the Spirit, made citizens in the kingdom of God, being built up together as a holy temple in the Lord.
For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. Ephesians 2:8
Our tendency will be to always return to what we know even if the known is less than ideal.
Freedom embraced is Freedom lived.
At Central Baptist College, our goal is to help you reach your academic and career goals as part of God’s plan for your life. Whether you are graduating from high school or returning to college after being in the workplace, CBC can provide you the tools and training to reach your goals.
God created you, so he could love you, and save you, and make you holy.
Sermon – Growing the Church through the Spirit
Living According to Christ’s Standard, Serving According to Giftedness, Growing the Individual to Grow the Church
What excuses are you making for not living your life ‘all-in’ for Jesus Christ?
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