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Workplace in Christ | Ephesians 6:5-9

Send us your feedback — we're listeningEphesians 2:10 — You Were Created For More Than Survival Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Chicago • Lagos • Singapore • Christchurch • Tokyo IDENTITY • PURPOSE • HOPE midday prayer for purpose and identity • Christian encouragement for difficult seasons • discovering God's calling for your life • finding confidence in Christ Ephesians 2:10 (NIV) “For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” There are seasons when life can become focused almost entirely on getting through the day. Responsibilities need attention. Problems need solving. Bills need paying. Commitments need keeping. Without realising it, people can slowly move from living with purpose to simply surviving from one day to the next. Many people know that feeling. The pressures of life have a way of making us forget who we are. We can become so focused on what is demanding our attention that we lose sight of what God has spoken over our lives. Yet Scripture reminds us that we are not accidents, mistakes, or afterthoughts. We are God's handiwork. His workmanship. Created with intention, purpose, and value. Paul reminds believers that God prepared good works for them long before they ever arrived at this moment. That means your life carries significance. Your story matters. Your presence matters. Even in seasons that seem ordinary, God is still shaping, guiding, and working through His people. Father, thank You that You created me with purpose and intention. Thank You that my value is not determined by success, performance, or the opinions of others but by Your love and Your grace. Jesus, help me see myself through Your eyes. Remind me of who I am in You when discouragement, comparison, or disappointment try to speak louder than Your truth. Strengthen my faith and help me walk confidently in the purpose You have prepared for me. Holy Spirit, awaken fresh vision within me today. Help me recognise opportunities to serve, encourage, and follow where God is leading. Replace insecurity with confidence and uncertainty with renewed hope. Across the world, from Chicago to Lagos, from Singapore to Christchurch and Tokyo, may discouraged hearts discover renewed purpose, uncertain minds find fresh direction, and every listener experience the confidence that comes from knowing they belong to God. Jesús, gracias porque fui creado con propósito. Jesus, obrigado porque fui criado com propósito. Jesus, salamat dahil nilikha Mo ako nang may layunin. Father, thank You that my life matters to You. Amen. Ephesians 2 prayer, prayer for purpose, Christian encouragement, identity in Christ, midday prayer, daily prayer, discovering God's calling, Christian devotion midday prayer for purpose and identity, Christian encouragement for difficult seasons, discovering God's calling for your life, finding confidence in ChristSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

In this talk, Meg takes us through a number of bible references including: Ephesians 2 (1-10), John 15:5, Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 Peter 5:8, Ezekiel 36: 26-27 and shows us how these verses all relate to Jesus. We want our church to be rooted, established, and built on Jesus, maturing in him and so as we explore this brilliant old testament book, our prayer is that we, more and more, place our trust in him above anything else this life has to offer. If you would like to know more about us, you can visit our website at HopeChurchGuildford.com and contact us via email at Hello@HopeChurchGuildford.com Or why not subscribe and check out our Social Media pages: Facebook - facebook.com/HopeChurchGFD Instagram - instagram.com/hopechurchguildford

Antioch Norman is a community church located in Norman, OK. We are a spiritual family with a global mission to make disciples, plant churches, and work for the peace and prosperity of our cities. As part of the Antioch Movement of Churches, we all share a passion for Jesus and His purposes in the earth.Website | https://www.antiochnorman.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/antiochnorman/1330 E Lindsey St Norman, OK 73071‎

Rooted & Grounded in the Love of Christ (Ephesians 3:14-19)  Pastor Ron Laney, Pleasant Grove Church, Carthage, MS.  www.PleasantGrove.info

Ephesians 1:1-14, John 17:20-26

Submitting in Christ | Ephesians 5:15-21

In this encouraging and thought-provoking message, we explore what it means to live worthy of the calling we have received in Christ (Ephesians 4:1).Too often, calling is reserved for a select few on a platform, but Paul reminds us that every believer has been given grace, purpose, and a role to play in the body of Christ. This sermon unpacks the difference between our call to follow Jesus and our call to take responsibility in His Kingdom, challenging us to move from spectators to participants.“Jesus hasn't just saved you FROM something; He has saved you FOR something.”Discover how God calls ordinary people, why every believer matters, and how the Church flourishes when each part does its work.

What are students and children actually learning from us? It may not be our sermons. It may not be our advice. It might simply be the way we live. In this episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards shares a simple but powerful story from dinner with his grandchildren and a reminder that faith is often caught before it is taught. After inviting his family to pray over a meal, Doug watched something unexpected happen: His grandchildren stepped forward and wanted to pray. Not because they were asked. Not because they were prepared. But because prayer had become natural to them. That moment became a powerful reminder: Students and children are watching us more closely than we realize.

Walk in Christ | Ephesians 5.1-14 

Anchored in the Word Morning Reflection: Season 5 Episode 101 Shepherding the Church of God: Christ Ephesians 4:11-16 #morningreflections #churchlife #pastoralcare #growth #ministry

Beloved children of God, walk in sacrificial love and the light of repentance.

The Generous Conquering Christ | Jeff White | May 3, 2026https://www.newcityep.com

As Christ's people, we are called to a clean break with our past corrupt life and an active pursuit of righteousness.

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He is Risen!   "Raised with Christ" Ephesians 1:12-23   Sermon recorded April 5th, 2026   Caleb Click Lead Pastor Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church Birmingham, AL

4-26-2026 Worship ServicePreacher - Josh RoweMessage Title - "Walk As the New Man That You Are in Christ"Text - Ephesians 4:17-24Looking for a church family?We invite you to grow with us!At Monroeville Christian Church, we are committed to teaching the Word of God, training disciples of our Lord, and transforming lives for Christ through our times of worship, fellowship, and service.Subscribe to receive our latest messages: https://www.youtube.com/@MonroevillechristianchurchConnect Card: https://monroevillechristianchurch.churchcenter.com/people/forms/510703 CONNECT WITH US:• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/monroevillechristianchurch/• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MonroevilleChristianChurch • X/Twitter - https://x.com/MonroevilleCC • Website - https://www.monroevillechristianchurch.com/ Give Online: https://monroevillechristianchurch.churchcenter.com/givingCCLI Copyright License - 139774CCLI Streaming License - 20715699#PittsburghBibleStudy #PittsburghChurch#MonroevilleChristianChurch#Christian #ChurchOfChrist #Church#ChristianChurch #ForMonroeville #ThePlaceToBe#TeachTrainTransform #church #churchonline#biblestudy #biblestudyonline #biblestudyfellowship#MonroevilleChurch #churchonline #ChurchinMonroevillePA #ChristiansOnly#Sermons #BibleLessons #Gospel #JesusChrist #God

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Welcome to Sylvan Way and thanks for joining us as we worship Jesus! Who Are You in Christ? | Ephesians 1:1–2 Sermon on Christian Identity Who are you, really? In a world that tells you to build your identity through success, performance, status, and approval, Ephesians points us in a completely different direction. In Ephesians 1:1–2, Paul reminds believers that identity precedes activity. Before he tells us how to live, he reminds us who we are in Christ. In this message, we look at three powerful words from Paul's opening: apostle, saints, and faithful in Christ. This sermon will help you see: You are called, not self-made You are set apart, not common You are faithful in Christ, not sustained by self-effort If you have ever struggled with failure, shame, purpose, or trying to prove yourself, this message is for you. Your identity is not built on what you do for God, but on what God has done for you in Christ. Big Idea: Who you are in Christ defines how you live, not the other way around. Scripture: Ephesians 1:1–2 If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs to be reminded who they are in Christ. Where we seek to Love God, Love Others, and Live on Mission. We are a church that strives to live fully for Jesus, while sharing His story with others. To learn more: sylvanway.com Send us your prayer requests & comments: sylvanway.com/connect To partner with us through giving: sylvanway.com/give

Loved in Christ | Ephesians 3:14-21

Join us as Pastor Robbie Ballentine shares this powerful sermon unpacking what it means to be "bought and paid for" in Christ. Drawing from Hebrews 9:12–15, Ephesians 1:3, Galatians 3:10–14, Titus 2:14, Colossians 1:13, and 1 Peter 1:13–19, this message explores how Jesus' sacrifice secures our redemption, removes the curse, and ushers us into an eternal inheritance. We examine: The once-for-all payment of Christ's blood (Hebrews 9:12–15) and why it changes everything for believers. The spiritual blessings and inheritance we receive in Christ (Ephesians 1:3; Colossians 1:13). How the law's curse is reversed and faith becomes our righteousness (Galatians 3:10–14). The purpose of Christ's rescue: to present a people devoted to good works (Titus 2:14). Living as redeemed people: sober hope, holy conduct, and steadfast faith (1 Peter 1:13–19). What to expect: Scripture-led exposition, practical application for daily living, and encouragement to live as those bought by grace. Whether you're exploring faith or seeking renewed hope, this sermon points you to the cost and the gift of redemption. Subscribe for more sermons and teaching. If this message encouraged you, please like, comment, and share the replay to bless someone else.

Join us as we close out our Ephesians sermon series! Pastor Landon Smith will preach in Ephesians 6:21-24 on the encouragement of God and the Church as a friend closer than a brother!

Garth Heckman The David Alliance TDAgiantSlayer@Gmail.com      Sermon Psalm 103:5    who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's. NIV   Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's. KJV   He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the eagle's! NLT       Desires/mouth/Glory/years/….souls desires -  the inner most parts of a person.            With good things • The “good things” are both spiritual and tangible. Notice the catalog earlier in the psalm: – Forgiveness of iniquity (v 3) – Healing of diseases (v 3) – Redemption from the pit (v 4) – Crowning with loving devotion and compassion (v 4) • God never rations goodness. “He who did not spare His own Son…how will He not also, along with Him, graciously give us all things?” (Romans 8:32). • Every blessing in the heavenly realms is already ours in Christ (Ephesians 1:3).     Youth GK - Juvenality, young youthful (youth in all that you are. Energy, mindset, optimist)   Eagle A symbol of strength and renewal in the Bible, the eagle is often used to depict God's provision and the renewal of strength for those who trust in Him.  

The Mystery of Christ | Jeff White | March 22, 2026https://www.newcityep.com

2026 Palm Sunday "Chosen in Christ" Ephesians 1:3-6 Sermon recorded March 29th, 2026 Caleb Click Lead Pastor Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church Birmingham, AL

Palm Sunday exposes the gap between what people expect God to do and what He has actually done. A crowd welcomed Jesus with confidence, convinced their king had arrived to fulfill their expectations, yet “by Friday, they were all gone” and “by Sunday, when Jesus walked out of the tomb, he walked out alone.” The same tension appears wherever belief is shaped by expectation instead of reality. The deeper struggle is not disappointment but confusion about why faith does not fully come together. The honest question underneath it all is simple: “Why doesn't it all come together?” This reveals a gap between what is known about God and what is experienced in daily life. David shows that this gap is not failure but a call to dependence. A king who had seen victory still prayed, “For the sake of Your name, LORD, revive me… bring my soul out of trouble.” Real faith does not disconnect but asks God for inner renewal. The Shunammite woman shows the danger of pretending everything is fine when it is not. Saying things are well when they are not is not faith but avoidance. Honest faith brings reality before God and follows where He is actually moving. The root problem is not circumstances but spiritual death that has already been addressed. Scripture says, “And you were dead in your offenses and sins,” but “God… made us alive together with Christ” (Ephesians 2:1–5 NASB 2020). The gap can close because the root has already been dealt with. Holy Week is an invitation to stay close enough to see what God has done. Prayer, fasting, and gathering are not rituals but a way to move beyond the moment. As you reflect on this message this week, consider the following: 1. Why doesn't it all come together?Where are you experiencing a gap between what you believe about God and what you are actually experiencing in your life? Instead of ignoring it, bring that tension honestly before God. 2. “Revive me… bring my soul out of trouble.”Are you trying to fix your situation externally, or are you asking God to do a work inside you? What would it look like this week to genuinely ask for inner renewal instead of just outward change? 3. Stay for the meaning, not just the moment.Are you engaging with God only when things feel powerful or emotional, or are you willing to stay close even when things are unclear? How can you intentionally lean into prayer, fasting, and community this week to see what God is actually doing? The post Palm Sunday appeared first on Revival Life Church Boca Raton, FL.

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Who Are You Becoming? (Part 3): The Power of Focus That Transforms Your Life What if the most important question in your life isn't what you're doing… but who you're becoming? In this final episode of his 3-part series on the power of focus, Rob Skinner shares a powerful message from a recent sermon in Boston about how your attention shapes your character—and ultimately your life. Most people focus on external things: Career Money Success Future plans But the Bible calls us to ask a deeper question: Who am I becoming? In 2 Corinthians 3, the Apostle Paul teaches that as we contemplate the Lord, we are transformed into His image. That word "contemplate" means to gaze, reflect, and give sustained attention. In other words: You become what you focus on. The Transformation Process When you fix your attention on Jesus, something powerful happens. His character begins to form in you: • Love • Joy • Peace • Patience • Kindness • Goodness • Faithfulness • Gentleness • Self-control (Galatians 5:22–23) This is the goal of the Christian life—not just to believe in Jesus, but to become like Him. The Michelangelo Illustration Rob shares a powerful illustration from Michelangelo. When asked how he created the statue of David, Michelangelo said: "I simply chipped away everything that was not David." That's exactly what Jesus does in our lives. As we focus on Him, He begins to chip away: • Pride • Fear • Selfishness • Sin Until Christ is formed in us. Christ-Focused Reading Rob shares a practical habit to help you grow: Christ-focused reading Spend time slowly reading and reflecting on passages that reveal the character of God and Jesus, such as: • Exodus 34:6–7 – God's compassion and grace • Romans 5 – God's love demonstrated through Christ • Ephesians 1 – Your identity and blessings in Christ • Philippians 2 – The humility of Jesus • Colossians 1 – The supremacy of Christ • Romans 8 – Life in the Spirit Don't rush. Read slowly. Reflect deeply. Repeat often. Because transformation happens through consistent exposure to truth. Your Life Follows Your Focus We live in a world where everything is competing for your attention. But you have a choice: You choose your focus. And when your focus changes, your life begins to change. So today, ask yourself: Where are my eyes going? Then gently bring them back to Jesus. Support the Podcast If this episode encouraged you:

This week Pastor Mike examines how the work of Christ radically unifies those who were once far-off and hostile toward one another and forms them into a diverse-and-united community.

Join us as Pastor Tyler Wilkins continues our sermon series in Ephesians!

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In Christ: Who We Are and How We Live - Walking in the Light of Christ | Ephesians 5:1-21 | Brad Gerrity | March 1, 2026

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Life constantly tempts us to measure contentment by what we lack—but Scripture tells a different story. This Christian devotional explores how God is more than enough, even in a culture driven by comparison, accumulation, and the constant pursuit of “more.” Rooted in Psalm 4:7, this devotion invites believers to rediscover joy, peace, and lasting satisfaction found not in possessions, but in a secure relationship with God. Highlights Contentment grows when we focus on what God provides, not what we lack God’s joy surpasses material abundance and worldly success Gratitude reshapes our perspective in seasons of comparison True security comes from God, not possessions or financial stability Spiritual blessings in Christ are eternal and unshakeable God’s promises bring peace even in uncertain circumstances When we have God, we truly have more than enough Do you want to listen ad-free? 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Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Full Transcript Below: More Than Enough By Cindi McMenamin Bible Reading:“You have put gladness in my heart,More than when their grain and new wine abound.” (Psalm 4:7 NASB) I remember the day we were driving home from a store, and my teenage daughter was complaining to me about all that she didn’t have—a new car like the one being driven by her 16-year-old friend who just got her driver’s license, expansive homes her friends lived in with more rooms than their families needed, the latest electronic gadgets, brand-name clothing, the highest-priced handbags. Weary of constantly being reminded of what we didn’t have that her friends’ families did, I finally blew! “Do you realize what we do have?” I snapped. “You have a roof over your head, and these days, that should be enough!” Apparently, my words struck a chord with her. Her face fell, and she sadly told me of another one of her friends who was losing her home due to her parents’ job loss. Immediately, my tone softened as I realized my daughter had already been convicted by her own words. We prayed for the family that was losing their hom,e and then I silently prayed for wisdom to turn that topic into a teaching moment. “You know, Sweetie,” I told her softly, as I continued to drive, “a lot of people around us are losing their homes. That’s why it’s important for us to not only think about what we have and be grateful for it, but to focus on what we have that we will never lose.” She looked at me, puzzled, for a moment. And then she got it. We immediately began to recount all that we have that can never be taken from us: The love we have for each other in our family The memories we’ve had in our three-bedroom condo (and the small two-bedroom home we owned prior to that) The unconditional love of God (Romans 5:8) The gift of our salvation (Ephesians 2:8-9) A promised mansion in Eternity (John 14:2-3) I realized that day that my daughter is not the only one who often wishes she had more. It’s easy for me, at times, to look at what others have and be envious. It’s natural for me to sometimes wish I had a little more money to indulge in my desires. But so often I forget all I do have…and that it is more than enough. So often, we go through life looking at what others have and wondering when our ship will come in. Then we remember we have a God who owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10), a God who has gone to prepare a place for us and who will come again and receive us to Himself so that where He is, we will be—forever (John 14:3). In Psalm 4, David begins his song by asking God for relief from his distress. But then he must have remembered what he had, because he finished his song with a perspective of joy: “You have put joy in my heart,More than when their grain and new wine are abundant.In peace I will both lie down and sleep,For You alone, Lord, have me dwell in safety” (verses 7-8). In The Message translation, verse 7 reads: “I have God’s more-than-enough, more joy in one ordinary day than they get in all their shopping sprees.” That sounds like a song I should be singing every day that I begin to forget my blessings and start longing for more. Intersecting Faith & Life: God is our true source of security in an insecure world…and He is the Only One who satisfies in a culture where we can never seem to get enough. When we have Him—along with His promises for provision, protection, and peace—we have “more than enough.” Can you draw strength from knowing that you have God’s more-than-enough, even if at times it doesn’t look like quite enough? Thank Him today for all that you have, as well as for the blessings that you don’t yet see. The Bible says if we belong to Christ, God has blessed us in the heavenly realm with every spiritual blessing in Christ (Ephesians 1:3). And if we “share in His sufferings” we are “heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ” (Romans 8:17). Joint heirs with God! Think about that. We are heirs of all that is His. Now that’s an inheritance. That’s a future. And that is more than enough. Further Reading:Ephesians 1:3-14 For a daily awareness of all you have in your relationship with Christ, see Cindi’s book, The New Loneliness Devotional: 50 Days to a Closer Connection with God. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.