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The Falls Church Sermon Series
Sunday, June 22, 2025 | the Rev. Dr. Sam Ferguson on "What Paul is Not (Part 1) | Ephesians 3:1-8

The Falls Church Sermon Series

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025


Calvary Chapel Eldoret Podcasts
The Mystery Revealed | Ephesians 3:1-13

Calvary Chapel Eldoret Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 52:19


Shekina Meditation Podcast
Season 3, Episode 10- Lectio Divina on Ephesians 3: 14-21 with Miri

Shekina Meditation Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 47:59


Dear friends,Welcome to Season 3, Episode 10 of the podcast!We have a special invitation for you. Those of us from Shekina Garden will be offering a weekend pilgrimage of rhythm and rest called Exploring the Christ Path. This is in partnership with Upcycle House and takes place in Piecavilleo, Italy, August 28-31 of this year. You can find the details here! There are still a few spots available and time to sign up!Today's episode is a lectio divina on Ephesians 3:14-21 with Miri. This recording comes from our daily meditation sessions at Shambhala in Your Heart festival in Chiang Dao, Thailand, so you may hear some festival noise in the background. Each meditation we offer has three parts.First, Miri will offer some exercises to help you find quiet readiness for meditation.Second, she will guide you through the verses with lots of space and prompts for you to enter with your own imagination.And third, we encourage you to process your meditation by sharing your experience and thoughts— if you are meditating with others—or journaling or recording your experience in some way if you are meditating on your own. One of the ways we fund our community is through the support we receive on Patreon! If you want to join in, the link is http://patreon.com/shekinameditationpodcast or send a donation through http://shekinacommunity.com/donateFollow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/shekinagardenWe are so thankful for your support,Much love,The Shekina Garden Community

Sermons | Cheverly Baptist Church
Ephesians 3:1-13: The Mystery Revealed

Sermons | Cheverly Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025


Barah Ministries Podcast with Pastor Rory Clark
Ephesians 3: The Evil Angels Never Saw It Coming

Barah Ministries Podcast with Pastor Rory Clark

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 87:53


Blindsided by the Blood. If you're in the resident congregation, turn off your electronic devices and put them away. Let this be a place where you aren't distracted by the world. Welcome To BARAH MINISTRIES Rory Clark Pastor-Teacher Good Morning! for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1940

St Matthew's Glass Church Sermons
His Fullness - Ephesians 3:14-21

St Matthew's Glass Church Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025


Phil continues our United series with the topic "His Fullness"

Reverend Ben Cooper's Podcast
The King's Return: (#1083 - Elim)

Reverend Ben Cooper's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 50:54 Transcription Available


Send us a text"Your King Is Coming: End-Time Power, Prophecy & Spiritual Awakening"Are you truly ready for the return of Jesus Christ? The signs are becoming undeniable — especially in the Middle East, where biblical prophecy is unfolding right before our eyes. In this powerful and timely episode, we take you deep into both Scripture and current events, shining a light on the spiritual condition of the Church and the urgency of the hour.Centering on Ephesians 3:14–21, we unpack the astonishing truth that God is “able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us.” This is not just poetic language — it's a divine reality. Yet, far too many believers are living as though they are powerless, confined by broken church systems, manipulative relationships, and the subtle suffocation of cultural compromise.We examine how modern Christianity — especially in the UK — has been diluted. Entertainment, consumerism, and superficial social justice causes have replaced the bold, Spirit-filled gospel that once turned nations upside down. Instead of equipping spiritual warriors, many churches have produced believers who are more dependent on people than on God. This episode speaks to those who feel spiritually stuck, silenced, or dried out — and reminds them of the Holy Spirit power living inside.In a time where prophetic signs — particularly in Israel, Gaza, and across the nations — are converging at a rapid pace, the question remains: Do you know Jesus Christ personally, or are you simply attending church? Religion cannot save you — only a deep, intimate relationship with the King of kings can.You'll be challenged to:Break free from spiritual manipulation and human dependency.Surround yourself with faith-filled, Bible-believing community.Ignite the fire within you and stand boldly for Christ.Reclaim your calling in a generation that desperately needs truth.This episode also includes a communion service, inviting listeners to remember Christ's sacrifice and reflect on the redemptive power of His blood. Whether you're battling fear, facing manipulation, or just feeling spiritually dry — this conversation will reignite your spirit and awaken you to the unstoppable power of God working in you.This is not just a message — it's a call to rise up. These are the last days, and your King is coming. Will you be ready?Listen now — and step into your true identity as a radical, Spirit-filled follower of Jesus.Second coming of Jesus, end times prophecy, spiritual awakening, Ephesians 3:14-21, Middle East prophecy, Christian podcast, UK church decline, spiritual warfare, Holy Spirit power, Bible prophecy 2025, controlling relationships, false church systems, communion, Jesus is coming, gospel truth, revival, Israel news, Gaza conflict, Bible-believing Christianity, freedom in ChristSupport the showhttps://www.pastorbencooper.co.uk/https://www.rbchristianradio.net/ buymeacoffee.com/reverendbencooper

Building your house on the word from God
Ephesians 3: The "power of God" that works in us

Building your house on the word from God

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 25:18


(This podcast was previously recorded and published on July 24, 2020)   Jesus Ministries, Joan Boney  ...    Ephesians 3:20  Now unto HIM that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.   I've often heard people ask, "What is that power that works in us?"     That "power" is the Holy Spirit given to the believer at the time God reveals HIMSELF to that believer.     The Holy Spirit in us is a great power:    * He teaches us all things.   * He reminds us of that which Jesus has said to us.     * He guides us into all truth.    * He shows us things to come.     (John 14:26 & John 16:13)   He usually leads us by bringing thoughts or concepts to our minds.    He searches the heart of God to show us the will of God in the specific issues of this life.    (I Corinthians 2)   

Evergreen Church
"The Mystery of Redemption Revealed in the Church " - Ephesians 3 | Paul's Letter to the Ephesians

Evergreen Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 55:28


The Mystery of the Gospel seen in the imprisoned minister, and the people empowered by God's Gospel promise. They both point to the Church being key to God's plan of redemption.

Proclaiming the Gospel – Cyril A. Stevens
Ephesians 3:13-21 – Don't Be Discouraged of My Suffering for You – 1026A

Proclaiming the Gospel – Cyril A. Stevens

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025


Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 1026A recorded on October 6, 1985 teaching from Ephesians 3:13-21 – Don’t Be Discouraged of My Suffering for You. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on Ephesians 3:13-21 as he centers on the transformative power of God's Spirit, urging listeners not to be discouraged by suffering, as it ultimately leads to glory…

ONE Church Fayetteville GA
Ephesians 3 - The Power of a Present Father (Blake Bergstrom)

ONE Church Fayetteville GA

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 45:54


Waikiki Beach Gathering
Ephesians 3:14-16 (Pastor Brian Jahnke)

Waikiki Beach Gathering

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 26:21


Daily Pause
June 16, 2025 - Ephesians 3:14-19

Daily Pause

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 15:18


Ephesians 3:14-1914 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom every family[a] in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18 may have power, together with all the Lord's holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, 19 and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.

South Elkhorn Christian Church Podcast
Beyond: From Then To Now - Ephesians 3:20-21

South Elkhorn Christian Church Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 23:11


The limitless love of God takes us beyond what we can even ask or imagine. Explore the surprise, joy, and healing of embracing and extending this life-giving love. Ephesians 3:20-21.

The Webster Bible Church Podcast
Divine Love Unveiled - Ephesians 3:14-19

The Webster Bible Church Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 48:59


Transformative Truth:  Divine love is revealed and expressed by Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Paul prays (1) That God might strengthen us with power through his Spirit in our inner being (Ephesians 3:6-17a) (2) That we might have power to grasp the limitless dimensions of the love of Christ (Ephesians 3:17b-19) Divine Love is revealed and expressed by Father, Son, and Holy Spirit First, to live with an ever-increasing awareness of Divine Love, Consider: Triune love Exists    Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.  Deuteronomy 6:4) The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.  2 Corinthians 13:14 WBC doctrinal statement He (God) is inexpressibly glorious in holiness, and worthy of all honor, confidence, and love. He eternally exists in three persons, who are equal in every divine perfection, and who execute distinct but harmonious roles in the work of creation, providence and redemption. Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love.  1 John 4:8  "It is common when speaking of the Divine happiness to say that God is infinitely happy in the enjoyment of Himself, in perfectly beholding and infinitely loving, and rejoicing in, His own essence and perfection..."  (Jonathan Edwards) And when Jesus was baptized, immediately he went up from the water, and behold, the heavens were opened to him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming to rest on him;  and behold, a voice from heaven said, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased." Matthew 3:16-17 Second, to live with an ever-increasing awareness of Divine Love, Consider: Triune love is Expressed "His self-giving affection for his image-bearing creatures and his unselfish concern for their well-being, that leads him to act on their behalf and for their happiness and welfare "  The God who is love - is the Father who sends his Son.   For while we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly (Son) Romans 5:6 But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us (Father) Romans 5:8 And when he (the Holy Spirit) comes, he will convict the world concerning sin and righteousness and judgment.... (John 16:8 ) Jesus answered, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God.  That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit.  John 3:5  You were dead because of your sins and because your sinful nature was not yet cut away. Then God made you alive with Christ, for he forgave all our sins. He canceled the record of the charges against us and took it away by nailing it to the cross. Colossians 2:13-14, NLT Third, to live with an ever-increasing awareness of Divine Love, Consider: Triune love is Extended In other words, the shape of the Father-Son relationship (the headship) begins a gracious cascade, like a waterfall of love: as the Father is the lover and the head of the Son, so the Son goes out to be the lover and the head of the church. "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you," the Son says (Jn 15:9). And therein lies the very goodness of the gospel: as the Father is the lover and the Son the beloved, so Christ becomes the lover and the church the beloved. That means that Christ loves the church first and foremost: his love is not a response, given only when the church loves him; his love comes first, and we only love him because he first loved us (1 John 4:19) Divine Love is revealed and expressed by Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

P40 Ministries
Ephesians 3:14-21 - The Width, Length, Height, and Depth of God's Love

P40 Ministries

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 23:58 Transcription Available


Paul prays for the Ephesians: Unusual for the times, Paul bows his knees to pray Why we pray to God the Father and not saints The steps to achieving true love What is the width, length, height, and depth of God's love? God's ways are different than what we think   Click all these links from P40: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries  Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries  Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com  Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869  Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk  Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop  YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle    Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee  https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40   This ministry is only made possible due to your generous support https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries    

PCPC High School
4 Things about God's Love (Ephesians 3:14-19)

PCPC High School

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 33:22


4 Things about God's Love (Ephesians 3:14-19)Will WashingtonPCPC High School8 June 2025

Northwest Church of Christ Sermons
Jeromy Bechtold - Ephesians 3

Northwest Church of Christ Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 25:59


Jeromy Bechtold - Ephesians 3 by Northwest Church of Christ

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Sermons
Ephesians 3:14-21

Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 21:28


Heritage Baptist Church
The Way: June 6, 2025 - Ephesians 3

Heritage Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 9:22


PCBC Plano Sermons
True Strength and Power (Ephesians 3:14-21)

PCBC Plano Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 37:51


P40 Ministries
Ephesians 3:1-13 - Angels Attend Church

P40 Ministries

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 22:27 Transcription Available


Paul describes the "mystery of God:" God revealed His mystery at the right time, not before God gave the mystery to humans through the Spirit God didn't reveal the mystery to the angels the same way Angels attend church for a specific reason   Hey! Don't leave before looking at other P40 stuff:   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries  Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries  Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com  Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869  Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk  Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop  YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle    Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee  https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40   This ministry is only made possible due to your generous support https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries

Lake Murray BC Podcast
Sermon | Ephesians 3:14-21

Lake Murray BC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 30:00


In Ephesians 3:14-21, Paul prays for spiritual strength and deeper understanding of God's boundless love. Join us, along with guest Charlie Swain, as we explore how embracing God's profound love unleashes spiritual strength and transforms our lives.

Trinity Presbyterian Church
June 1, 2025 Paul Prays the Gospel: How to be Filled with All the Fullness of God (Ephesians 3:14-21)

Trinity Presbyterian Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025


Sermons
Ephesians 3:1-13

Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 23:04


PCBC Plano Sermons
Worth Suffering For (Ephesians 3:1-13)

PCBC Plano Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 50:36


Daily Hope - North Coast Calvary
Krystal Nungaray - Ephesians 3:12

Daily Hope - North Coast Calvary

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 3:00


Reformed Forum
Ephesians 3:1–13 — Paul's Gospel Ministry

Reformed Forum

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 46:17


What does 'mystery' have to do with Paul's ministry? Does it mean that Paul's ministry is somehow mysterious? Does it mean that Paul's ministry is difficult to understand? Not at all! Rather, Paul had the privilege of proclaiming the glorious 'mystery of the gospel of Jesus Christ. But what does that mean? Join us for this episode of Proclaiming Christ as we consider Paul's ministry, the mystery of the gospel, the unsearchable riches of Christ, and what this means for the church today.

Abiding in Christ w/ Jim Wood
Covenant Community Church: Ephesians 3:14-21

Abiding in Christ w/ Jim Wood

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 25:00


Program for 05/28/2025 Covenant Community Church: Ephesians 3:14-21

ABP - King James Version - One Hour A Day - April Start
Day 40: 20 Proverbs 19-20; 07 Judges 7-10; 19 Psalms 44-49; 49 Ephesians 3-6; 50 Philippians 1-2

ABP - King James Version - One Hour A Day - April Start

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 70:26


20 Proverbs 19-20; 07 Judges 7-10; 19 Psalms 44-49; 49 Ephesians 3-6; 50 Philippians 1-2

Proclaiming Christ
Ephesians 3:1–13 — Paul's Gospel Ministry

Proclaiming Christ

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025


What does ‘mystery’ have to do with Paul’s ministry? Does it mean that Paul’s ministry is somehow mysterious? Does it mean that Paul’s ministry is difficult to understand? Not at […]

Abiding in Christ w/ Jim Wood
Covenant Community Church: Ephesians 3:1-13

Abiding in Christ w/ Jim Wood

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 25:00


Program for 05/27/25 Covenant Community Church: Ephesians 3:1-13

New Hope Church - Wooster
Ephesians 3:14-21 - The Fullness of God - Tim Broughton

New Hope Church - Wooster

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 51:25


Ephesians 3:14-21 - The Fullness of God - Tim Broughton

Living Word Community Church
What Jesus Will Do For Us. Ephesians 3:20-21

Living Word Community Church

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 47:26


Through the ESV New Testament in 90 Days with David Cochran Heath

❖ Follow along with today's reading: www.esv.org/Ephesians3-5 ❖ The English Standard Version (ESV) is an 'essentially literal' translation of the Bible in contemporary English. Created by a team of more than 100 leading evangelical scholars and pastors, the ESV Bible emphasizes 'word-for-word' accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning. ❖ To learn more about the ESV and other audio resources, please visit www.ESV.org

@Robertsecond53
Ephesians 3 (NIV)

@Robertsecond53

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 2:47


Ephesians 3 (NIV)

LHIM Weekly Bible Teachings
Ephesians 3: From Death to Life

LHIM Weekly Bible Teachings

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025


Ephesians 2:1-10 is a master text for understanding our need for salvation, God's gracious offer of salvation, and how to live out our salvation in deed and truth. Living out of a grace narrative rather than a moral performance narrative makes it possible to avoid religious judgmentalism and persevere with joy. Ephesians 2:1-3. Paul's description of humanity is startling and offensive but true. A quick glance at the last two weeks in the news easily confirms that we are broken. There's something wrong with us. By nature, we follow the ruler of the power of the air, living according to the passions of our flesh. We murder, rape, assault, steal, lie, and deceive each other. The Bible's diagnosis is that we are already dead. Our trespasses and sins have killed us. We who are spiritually dead cannot save ourselves. Ephesians 2:4-7. Because of his mercy and love, God makes the first move. Astoundingly, he looks at fallen humanity, mired in selfishness, despicable in character, hopelessly dysfunctional—he looks and says, “I want you!” By bringing us back to life in union with Christ and seating us in the heavenly places, he has saved us and given us a bright hope (Titus 3:3-7). If you have not yet believed in the gospel, today is the day. Don't say no to God's invitation to salvation! Ephesians 2:8-10. Salvation is God's free gift to you. He reaches down in grace, but you must reach up in faith. When you do, he pulls you out of the quicksand of sin and sets you on solid ground. Remembering who you were before Christ and how God saved you makes it possible to live out of a grace narrative rather than a moral performance narrative. God has prepared work for you to do. Are you doing it? If not, go to him in prayer and ask him to reveal what work he has for you to doThe post Ephesians 3: From Death to Life first appeared on Living Hope.

New Hope Church - Wooster
Ephesians 3:1-13 - God's Great Mystery Revealed - Tim Broughton

New Hope Church - Wooster

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 49:17


Ephesians 3:1-13 - God's Great Mystery Revealed - Tim Broughton

ABP - King James Version - Blended Mix - January Start
Day 137: 1 Samuel 18; 19 Psalms 101-102; 49 Ephesians 3-4

ABP - King James Version - Blended Mix - January Start

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 16:38


1 Samuel 18; 19 Psalms 101-102; 49 Ephesians 3-4

The Tom Short Show
Anything You Can Do God Can Do Bigger (Ephesians 3:20)

The Tom Short Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 15:30


I love this promise. It encourages me to pray big prayers... and then expect God to go even bigger. There's just one problem: sometimes I don't even see the original, smaller prayer answered, let alone the "far more abundantly beyond what we ask or think" answer. What should we do in such a situation?Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.Scripture Used in Today's MessageEphesians 3:20Jeremiah 33:3Jeremiah 32:17If you've not read my book, Takin' it to Their Turf. request a copy on my website, www.CampusAmerica.com.You'll be inspired, encouraged, and learn plenty about evangelism and spiritual warfare through the 70+ stories I share of my campus evangelism experiences.We send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer that God will use it in their life.To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher To support Tom Short Campus Ministries, click herehttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/support************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.TomthePreacher.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.

Downtown Presbyterian Church | Greenville, SC
The Experience of Power (Ephesians 3:14-21)

Downtown Presbyterian Church | Greenville, SC

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 33:52


Rev. Brian Habig

Be Love Co.
SCRIPTURE EMPHASIS – WEEK 3 – EPHESIANS 3

Be Love Co.

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 62:07


Daily Devotions From Greg Laurie
Our Generous Father | Ephesians 3:20

Daily Devotions From Greg Laurie

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 3:06


“Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.” (Ephesians 3:20 NLT) When my oldest son was a little boy, I would take him to Toys R Us. We would look around. I would tell him to pick out something for himself. He would look at the Star Wars figures. I would look at the X-Wing Fighter with the remote control, thinking that I would like to get it for him. The truth is that I wanted to play with it, too. He would pick out his little figure. Then I would say, “I was thinking of getting you something better than that.” He always went along with my idea. After a while, he started to learn something about Dad, which was that Dad liked to get presents for his kids. He came to realize that it was better to say, “I don’t know what to get, Dad. You choose it for me.” He came to realize that my choices were often better than what he chose for himself. Paul sends a similar message about our heavenly Father in Ephesians 3:20. The difference is that God’s generosity is perfect because God is perfect. He isn’t limited by resources. He isn’t swayed by moods, feelings, or impulses. He doesn’t have to guess at what might be meaningful or right for us. He designed us. He knows our code. He knows us better than we know ourselves. Sometimes that can be hard for us to accept. We don’t always recognize God’s perfect generosity because we allow misconceptions to warp our view of who He is and what He does. We fall for the lie that He’s a cosmic killjoy, always on the lookout for things that bring us joy so that He can put an end to them. And we compound the problem by being dazzled by temporary thrills—opportunities that have surface appeal but no real depth. Things that have no lasting value, that bring no sense of meaning, purpose, or fulfillment. Or, like my son, we’re content to settle for something small, something that pales in comparison to what we might have. Our enemy knows our tendencies and weaknesses and does everything in his power to exploit them. Look at his temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. He appealed to Jesus’ immediate physical needs. He offered fame and power. He wanted Jesus to settle for something less than the grand, glorious plan of God to redeem the world. And he does the same to us. He emphasizes flash over substance. He urges us to choose immediate gratification over long-term fulfillment. One of the many reasons God’s Word encourages us to become mature in our faith is so that we will recognize His generosity and respond with a spirit of gratitude. A mature faith understands that even though we have done nothing to earn God’s favor, He wants only what is ultimately best for us. Reflection Question: When have you experienced God’s generosity in your life? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daily Devotions From Greg Laurie
Make Yourself at Home | Ephesians 3:16–17

Daily Devotions From Greg Laurie

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 3:17


“I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong.” (Ephesians 3:16–17 NLT) Can you imagine going home tonight and getting ready to go to bed when, all of a sudden, you see someone walking up to your front door and knocking? Lo and behold, it is Jesus. How would you react? Of course, you know this isn’t going to happen. The Lord isn’t going to come bodily to your home and knock on the front door. But let your imagination run wild for a moment and pretend that He is. Jesus Himself is knocking at your door. Would you open it up and gladly welcome Him in? Or would you feel a little apprehensive? The fact is, you should be living your life in such a way that Jesus could walk into your home at any moment and be welcomed without embarrassment. Look at the apostle Paul’s words in Ephesians 3:16–17: “I pray that . . . Christ will make his home in your hearts” (NLT). He’s not talking about Christ simply living in your heart. The reality is that Christ lives in the heart of every believer. Paul’s point is that Christ should feel at home in your heart. This isn’t a temporary arrangement, the kind where you hide your mess until your company leaves. This is a permanent residency. Making Him feel welcome requires you to transform your life completely. But you don’t have to guess at how to do that. The Bible tells you how to live in a way that honors Christ—a way that makes Him feel at home in your heart. “I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding. For I want you to understand what really matters, so that you may live pure and blameless lives until the day of Christ’s return” (Philippians 1:9–10 NLT). “Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven, conducting yourselves in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ” (Philippians 1:27 NLT). “Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable” (Philippians 4:8 NLT). If we were talking about a human guest, these extensive preparations might seem like an inconvenience. But notice in Ephesians 3 what Paul says results from making Christ feel at home in your heart. “From his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit” (verse 16 NLT). “Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong” (verse 17 NLT). “You will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God” (verse 19 NLT). Jesus doesn’t want to feel at home in your heart because He’s a fussy guest. When you prepare your heart for Christ, you make yourself useful to God. You find fulfillment, challenge, motivation, strength, peace, and joy. And you experience what Jesus meant when he said, “My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life” (John 10:10 NLT). Reflection Question: How can you make Jesus feel more at home in your heart? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 13:16


What do you wish God would do in your life right now? Do you ever wonder if He's both able and willing to intervene? Join Ginger and Erin as they share some amazing insights from Ephesians 3:20 that will encourage your heart and remind you that more is possible than you could think or imagine. You just might find yourself dreaming again.