Ephesians 4:17-19–Paul contrasts the old life of unbelief with the new life in Christ. The old life was characterized by futility of mind, darkened understanding, and ignorance resulting from a hardened heart. As new creations in Christ, let’s have our minds transformed by knowing the Scriptures and the power of God.
Fresh Hope for New Beginnings
The Book of Ephesians (Page 2)
Ephesians 4:7-16–God has provided the means to attain unity and maturity in the church through gifts of ministry offices in the church. Through the exercise of these gifts, the church builds itself up in love, grows to spiritual maturity, and achieves unity in diversity.
Ephesians 4:4-6–The theological basis of unity is found in these things God has provided: one body, one Spirit, one hope, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all. Let’s commit to keeping unity in the church.
Ephesians 4:1-3–On the basis of all that God has done, we are to walk worthy of our calling. Our calling is from this sinful world to spiritual promises. Walking worthy requires humility, gentleness, patience, forbearance, and eagerness to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Ephesians 3:14-21–Paul prayed for the church because of the challenge of the radical changes Christ’s work of reconciliation brought about. Paul requested for the church spiritual strength, spiritual depth, spiritual comprehension, and spiritual fulfillment. Let’s pray these blessings for one another as well.
Ephesians 3:1-13– In this passage, Paul expounds upon what “the mystery” is, how God revealed it, why it is important, and what it means to us.
Ephesians 2:11-22–Having explained the “how” and “why” of salvation in Ephesians 2:8-10, Paul moves on to explain how salvation was made effective for both Jews and Gentiles–two classes of people believed to be irrevocably divided.
Ephesians 2:8-10– Paul concisely sums up the whole picture of salvation. In this message we examine grace, salvation, faith, good works, and God’s purpose for our lives.
Ephesians 2:1-7– Our life apart from Christ was characterized by spiritual death, walking in slavery to the world, the flesh, and the devil, and consequently being under the wrath of God. Our life in Christ is characterized by spiritual life, salvation, experiencing resurrection power, and having assurance of our heavenly home so that our lives…
Ephesians 1:20-23–The power of Jesus is revealed to us in so many ways–His resurrection; His current position at the right hand of the Father; His authority; the fact that He is eternal. Everything is in subject to Him and He is the head of the church. Jesus is Lord!