Podcast appearances and mentions of faith ephesians

00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:34 Reading Ephesians 4:14–16 02:00 What Does Christian Maturity Look Like? 03:00 Not Being Tossed by the Waves 07:00 The Trees Without Wind: Roots Need Resistance 09:00 Maturity and How We Respond to Suffering 11:00 Discernment Against False Teaching 13:00 Ideology Masquerading as Theology 15:00 Women in the Church: A Current Conversation 17:00 Speaking the Truth in Love 18:00 How to Know You've Done It Well 19:00 Real Stories: Amy on Giving 21:00 Real Stories: Rachel on Dating and Lateness 23:00 Receiving Correction With Humility 25:00 The Body of Christ Flourishing Together

Faith is more than intellectual agreement. It's a trust that moves through our mind, heart and ultimately our actions. The "shield of faith" from Ephesians 6 represents God's own faithfulness. It's our protection against temptation, accusation, and doubt. Careers, finances, and institutions will shake, but only God's faithfulness holds firm. We take up this shield by preaching the gospel to ourselves daily, pursuing deeper knowledge of God, and living vulnerably in community, where collective faith strengthens us. Listen now and be inspired to move faith from your mind to your everyday life.

Ephesians 6:16 with Pastor Greg Denham

Pastor John Bingham - The Households of Faith - Ephesians 5:23

Pastor John Bingham - Households of Faith - Ephesians 4:29

The talk from our morning service on the 10th May 2026

Dennis and Benedicta discuss Ephesians 6:11 and the Shield of Faith.Send us Fan MailTo find out more about Dennis & Benedicta Pollock please visit the Spirit of Grace website,  where you can find other wonderful resources such as videos and articles. You will also find out how you can support the work of Spirit of Grace by becoming a Friend of Grace .Please send questions, comments, and feedback with us at grace@spiritofgrace.org.

Anchored in the Word Morning Reflection: Season 5 Episode 38 Grace Alone, Faith Alone, Christ Alone: Faith Ephesians 2:8-10 #morningreflections #Christ #gracealone #faithalone #christalone #gospel

Unlock the true measure of your Christian journey. This sermon reveals how a profound, Spirit-imprinted understanding of Jesus Christ—not external displays—is the sole determinant of your spiritual strength. Prepare to redefine what it means to truly know Him.

In this powerful message, Guest Speaker Pastor Ryan Britt from Church of the Eleven22 challenges believers to live with bold faith, deep trust in God, and full obedience to His calling. This sermon encourages the church to move beyond comfort, surrender control, and walk confidently in what God is doing—both personally and collectively.Pastor Ryan shares biblical insight and practical encouragement to help followers of Jesus stand firm in truth, rely on the power of the Holy Spirit, and live on mission in everyday life. This message is a timely reminder that God is faithful, present, and at work even when the path forward feels uncertain.Whether you're seeking spiritual renewal, clarity in your calling, or encouragement to take your next step of faith, this sermon will challenge and strengthen you.SUBSCRIBE and get the latest messages: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVIzzCy3Z9Zsk0GwAH-yJ7g?sub_confirmation=1Watch this:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5De6-FwIKq4&t=1sTo support this ministry and help us continue to reach people click here: http://kingschurchkc.com/giveWe are a movement for all people to find and follow Jesus Christ.——Stay ConnectedWebsite: www.kingschurchkc.comKings Church Facebook: Facebook.com/kingschurchkcKings Church Instagram: Instagram.com/kingschurchkc#kingschurch #faith #Christianity #kansascity #onlinechurch #churchonline #hope #churchesinkansascity

For by grace ye are saved, through faith; and this not of yourselves; it is the gift of God: not by works, that no one may boast.

Rev. Clay Warden continues the series on the Book of Ephesians.

The Shoes of the Gospel of Peace Series: Suited Up - The Armor of God (Week 4 of 7) Scripture: Ephesians 6:15 Summary What happens when you try to fight without proper footwear? You slip, stumble, and lose your balance. In ancient warfare, a soldier's footwear determined whether he could maintain his footing on uneven terrain and stand firm in battle. Roman soldiers wore caligae—military sandals with thick soles studded with hobnails that provided traction, stability, and protection. This often-misunderstood piece of armor isn't primarily about evangelism—it's about the stability the gospel gives us in spiritual warfare. When you're rooted in the reality that you have peace with God through Christ, you can stand firm no matter what storms come, what attacks hit, or what circumstances threaten to knock you off balance. Key Points: 1. The Gospel Gives You Peace With God—Your Foundation for Stability The gospel is the good news that through Jesus Christ, sinners can have peace with God. Romans 5:1 says, "Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." Before salvation, we were at war with God—enemies because of our sin. But through the gospel, through Christ's death and resurrection, God made peace. He initiated it, paid the price, and removed the barrier. This is objective peace—a settled legal reality based on Christ's finished work, not on your feelings. This peace is your foundation for stability in spiritual warfare. When you don't have peace with God, you're spiritually unstable. Every trial makes you wonder if God is punishing you. Every attack makes you question if He's abandoned you. Every sin makes you fear you've lost salvation. But when you're grounded in the gospel of peace, you have stability that nothing can shake. How this works practically: When trials come, you don't wonder if God is punishing you—you know you have peace with Him through Christ When attacks intensify, you don't fear God has abandoned you—nothing can separate you from His love When you sin and fall, you don't lose assurance—Christ's righteousness covers you When circumstances feel chaotic, you don't panic—you're standing on solid gospel ground Jesus promised in John 16:33: "In Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world." The gospel doesn't remove trials—it gives you firm footing to stand through trials. 2. Gospel Peace Keeps You Ready and Mobile in Spiritual Warfare The word "preparation" (hetoimasia) means readiness, firm footing, or being equipped and ready for action. It's not primarily about being ready to GO somewhere—it's about being ready to STAND somewhere. Roman soldiers needed footwear that allowed them to maintain position under pressure, shift weight to deflect attacks, move quickly when necessary, and keep balance on unstable ground. That's exactly what the gospel does in spiritual warfare. Gospel readiness looks like: Stability under pressure - You don't get knocked over when attacks come because your feet are planted on gospel peace, not on performance (which shifts) or feelings (which change) Mobility in obedience - The gospel gives you freedom to serve (not paralyzed by guilt), boldness to witness (you've experienced its power), and willingness to obey (your relationship with God is secure) Balance when attacked - When accused, you stand on justification; when tempted, you remember you're a new creation; when discouraged, you recall God's faithfulness You're stable but not rigid. Firm but not frozen. Ready for whatever comes. The gospel doesn't just save you and leave you static—it equips you for battle with both stability to stand and mobility to move as needed. 3. Gospel Peace Prepares You to Share the Good News With Others While the primary focus is on YOUR stability, there's a clear secondary application: being ready to share the gospel with others. If the gospel gives you firm footing, then sharing it with others is powerful offensive spiritual warfare. When you lead someone to Christ, you're plundering Satan's kingdom. Romans 10:15 says, "How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace." What makes feet beautiful? When they're bringing the gospel. How gospel peace prepares you for evangelism: You can't share what you don't have - You must be firmly rooted in the gospel yourself before you can effectively share it with others The gospel removes fear - Your identity isn't based on people's responses but on your standing with God through Christ. If someone rejects the gospel, they're rejecting Christ, not you The gospel gives you a message - You don't need complex arguments; you just share what the gospel has done: you were at war with God, but through Christ, you have peace When opportunities arise—a coworker asking why you have peace in chaos, a friend wondering how you maintain stability in trials, someone seeing joy despite difficulties—you're ready to point them to gospel peace. The Bottom Line: The shoes of the gospel of peace give you stability (peace with God through Christ as your unshakeable foundation), readiness (prepared to stand, move, and respond as needed), and boldness (free to share the gospel that transformed your life). The gospel isn't just your ticket to heaven—it's your firm footing for the battles of life. Next in Series: Week 5 - "The Shield of Faith" (Ephesians 6:16) How faith extinguishes the enemy's fiery darts.

Leadership can feel like stepping onto a battlefield: criticism, burnout, doubt, and temptation can leave you feeling exposed. But God hasn't left you defenceless. In this episode, I unpack the full armor of God from Ephesians 6 and show how each piece can strengthen your leadership journey. You'll discover: How the belt of truth grounds your leadership in integrity Why the breastplate of righteousness protects your motives and credibility What it means to walk in the shoes of peace, even during conflict How to use the shield of faith to deflect doubt, criticism, and gossip Why the helmet of salvation is key to overcoming imposter syndrome How the sword of the Spirit equips you to lead with clarity and authority This is a daily practice that equips you to lead with confidence, wisdom, and grace. Whether you're walking into a tough meeting or leading through seasons of uncertainty, the armor of God will help you stand firm. Prayer prompts mentioned in the episode: 1. The Belt of Truth (Ephesians 6:14) “Lord, fasten me with Your truth today. Guard me from lies and half-truths. Let everything I say and do as a leader be rooted in Your Word.” 2. The Breastplate of Righteousness (Ephesians 6:14) “Lord, cover my heart with Your righteousness. Protect me from pride, fear, or compromise. Help me to lead with integrity even when no one is watching.” 3. Shoes of the Gospel of Peace (Ephesians 6:15) “Lord, fit my feet with Your peace. Help me walk into every situation as a peacemaker, not a peacekeeper. Let others sense Your presence through me.” 4. The Shield of Faith (Ephesians 6:16) “Lord, strengthen my faith today. Help me to hold up the shield when doubts, gossip, or fear come my way. I trust in Your promises.” 5. The Helmet of Salvation (Ephesians 6:17) “Lord, protect my mind with the assurance of salvation. Guard me from discouragement and self-doubt. Fill my thoughts with Your truth.” 6. The Sword of the Spirit (Ephesians 6:17) “Lord, equip me with Your Word as my sword. Let Scripture be on my lips, guiding my decisions and encouraging my team.” 7. Prayer (The Power Behind the Armor) (Ephesians 6:18) “Lord, help me to pray in the Spirit at all times. Cover my leadership with Your strength and wisdom. Make me alert, faithful, and Spirit-led.” Reflection: Which piece of armor do you most often forget to “put on”? How would your leadership change if you prayed through the armor each morning? What battle are you facing right now that requires God's protection, not just your effort? Ready to go deeper? Join the Women of Faith in Leadership community on Facebook, where you'll find encouragement, prayer support, and other Christian women who get it. Take the Free Confidence Quiz Find out what the #1 thing is that's holding you back from leading confidently with this short and free quiz! Take the free quiz here: https://womenoffaithinleadership.com/quiz/ Have a listener question? Submit it at https://womenoffaithinleadership.com/podcast Join the Free Community for Female Christian Leaders Join a community of women who are all navigating the same challenges as you are. Let's share, connect and support one another. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/womenoffaithinleadership

Preached in 2020. For more resources for knowing and loving God's word, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bcnewton.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Further Reading⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ephesians: An Expositional Commentary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ // R. C. Sproul⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians: Volume 8 (Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Epistles to the Colossians, to Philemon, and to the Ephesians⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ // F. F. Bruce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠New Testament Commentaries: Volume 1: Romans to Ephesians⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ // Geoffrey Wilson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ephesians ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠// R. Kent Hughes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ephesians ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠// Charles Hodge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ESV Expository Commentary: Ephesians–Philemon (Volume 11)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Have you ever wondered where Christian faith comes from? Which denomination is the true faith? Pastor Cameron unpacks this and more in this week's message.cameron@jonesvillebaptist.com

The Shield of Faith (Ephesians 6:16) || How To Fight In The Dark || Mike Kelsey

“In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil.” (Ephesians 6:16 NLT) Keep in mind that as the apostle Paul was writing his letter to the Christians at Ephesus, he was chained to a Roman guard. He had plenty of time to observe Roman armor, including the shield. The Roman shield was made of wood—rectangular in shape and about four feet high and two feet wide. The shield was especially useful in long-range warfare. Prior to an actual hand-to-hand engagement with the enemy, a Roman soldier often would encounter a barrage of flaming arrows coming from all directions. The primary purpose of this barrage was to demoralize and confuse the soldier. To protect themselves from the onslaught of fiery arrows, Roman soldiers would put their shields together, creating a protective barrier for all of them. Their shields provided protection above and beyond what their breastplates could provide. The shield of faith provides similar protection in our spiritual battles. The devil will direct his flaming arrows toward Christians. They could be arrows of immorality, hatred, pride, envy, covetousness, doubt, worry, or any other kind of sin. They will be delivered primarily in the realm of our thoughts. He will barrage us with his flaming arrows at strategic times, like when we decide to read the Bible or go to church. Flaming arrows will come our way during times of trial and hardship. It’s during these times that you hold up the shield of faith—not the shield of feelings, not the shield of emotions, but the shield of faith. You base your faith on what God has done for you, not on how you feel at a given moment. Emotions come and go. Sometimes you feel great, and sometimes you don’t feel anything. It’s then that you learn to use the shield of faith. One way to use your shield is to remind yourself that every fiery arrow the devil launches can be extinguished. The apostle Paul wrote, “The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure” (1 Corinthians 10:13 NLT). When you sense that you’re being fired upon, double down on your faith in God. Spend time in His Word. Ask Him to show you the way out of the line of fire. In Roman warfare, the shield was used most effectively in conjunction with fellow soldiers. By holding their shields together, they gave one another more protective coverage. The same principle applies to spiritual warfare. We may be able to protect ourselves alone, but we get more protective coverage when we unite with fellow believers. When we spend time with other believers, in worship and in fellowship, our unity gives us greater protection in our spiritual battles. Our fellow believers can pray for us, come alongside us, encourage us, and hold us accountable. Together, our shields of faith can withstand anything our enemy fires at us. Reflection question: What are some of the fiery arrows the devil shoots at you? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunday School class led by Rev. W. Reid Hankins at Trinity Presbyterian Church (OPC) on 07/27/2025 in Petaluma, CA. This week we surveyed Ephesians. The post Surveying The Faith: Ephesians. appeared first on Trinity Presbyterian Church North Bay (OPC).

Preacher: Benny Prince Gracenet Community Church

Audio Bible study on Ephesians 2:8-9: 8 for by grace have ye been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, (it is) the gift of God; 9 not of works, that no man should glory.

Fight the Good Fight - Part 9 - Shield of Faith (Ephesians 6:10-17).  Pastor Ron Laney, Pleasant Grove Church, Carthage, MS.  www.PleasantGrove.info [Good News from The Grove] Pastor Ron's Message Notes: Handout (with blanks) - Part 9 - Shield of Faith Notes (with answers) - Part 9 - Shield of Faith

A Christian can't help but to God's gracious gift of salvation with faithfulness, obedience, & good works. Listen in to hear more.

Sunday November 17, 2024 at the Hub City Church   1: FAITH | Ephesians 5:21-33   The 5 F's of a Fulfilling Marriage   Sermon by Tadd Anderson | Lead Teaching Pastor   Sermon Notes:   "The gospel is this: We are more sinful and flawed in ourselves than we ever dared believe, yet at the very same time we are more loved and accepted in Jesus Christ than we ever dared hope.” — Tim Keller   The most critical contribution to a fulfilling marriage is to find ULTIMATE FULFILLMENT in your FAITH, NOT in your MARRIAGE.   How FAITH Functions in Good and Godly Marriages:   1. God DESIGNED marriage as the FUNDAMENTAL building block of human SOCIETY and a profound REFLECTION of the GOSPEL.   To acknowledge God as God and then seek to live as He has prescribed is an act of FAITH!   Matthew 19:4-6 // Genesis 2:24 // Ephesians 5:31-32   2. Marriage is a LIFELONG COVENANT relationship that will entail A LOT of SINNING and SUFFERING.   It requires FAITH to admit and endure this!   1 Peter 3:1-2, 7 // 1 Corinthians 13:7   3. The main PRACTICAL use of marriage is TEMPORARY: COMPANIONSHIP in a life of SANCTIFICATION and MISSION on our way to the marriage SUPPER of the LAMB.   Only FAITH can hear this and be filled with unshakable joy!   Matthew 22:30 // Revelation 19:6-9   The Hub City Church is a local expression of the church in Crestview, Florida, making disciples Who Believe the Gospel, Abide in Christ and Obey the Word to the glory of God.   Join us next Sunday at 10am. 837 W James Lee Blvd, Crestview, FL 32536.

Part 4: "Shield of Faith"Ephesians 6:10-13,16Suit Up SERIES - Put on the Full Armor of GodPastor Nate ClarkeOctober 6, 2024NEW KIDS SPACE NOW OPEN!We have expanded our current space to make room for families, with 3x more space for kids, youth, and the next generation.https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/reel/C8FqHIipr3u/OUR NEW VISION STATEMENT:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0WFhtL7h3ISERMON NOTES:- Ephesians 6:10-13- Ephesians 6:16- The Shield of Faith- Ephesians 2:8-9- Hebrews 11:1- Colossians 3:1-4- Past faith: Salvation  Present faith: Faith for everyday living  Future faith: Glory- How do we take up the shield of faith?- Hearing the Word- Romans 10:17 (ESV)- Simplify your faith- Matthew 18:3- Matthew 17:20- If you have faith in Jesus, that is all the faith you need- Luke 22:31-32- Practice your faith- Faith is not just something to be professed, but something to be lived- 2 Corinthians 5:7- Galatians 3:11- Abel had faith and brought an offering (Hebrews 11:4)- Noah had faith and spoke out a warning from God (Hebrews 11:7)- Abraham had faith and left what he knew to go into the unfamiliar (Hebrews 11:8)- Sarah had faith and believed God for something she thought was impossible (Hebrews 11:11)- Isaac had faith and blessed his sons (Hebrews 11:20)- Jacob had faith and blessed Joseph's sons and worshipped (Hebrews 11:21)- Joseph had faith and spoke out regarding the Exodus of Israel from Egypt (Hebrews 11:22)- Moses' parents had faith and hid him for three months in defiance to the king's command (Hebrews 11:23)- Moses had faith and identified with his people rather than choosing Egypt (Hebrews 11:24)- The Israelites had faith and passed through the Red Sea on dry ground (Hebrews 11:29)- The army had faith and marched and the walls of Jericho fell (Hebrews 11:30)- The prostitute Rahab had faith and hid the spies of Israel (Hebrews 11:31)- Stay connected to the body of Christ- Stay hidden - Colossians 3:1-4- Colossians 3:3Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/

I. The Starting Point of the Supper 1. Saved by Grace & Faith - Ephesians 1:13-14; 2:1-9 2. Saved for Works - Ephesians 2:10 3. Saved to Share - Ephesians 3:7-13 4. Saved to Serve / to Be Shaped - 4:11-16 5. Saved to Walk Worthy - Ephesians 5:1-21 a. Walk in Love - 5:1-2 b. Walk in Light - 5:3-14 c. Walk in Wisdom - 5:15-17 d. Walk in the Spirit - 5:18-21 II. The Lord's Supper - Matthew 26:26-35

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Ephesians 6:10-20. From the "Armor Up! Strong to stand. Ready to fight." sermon series. Preached by Lucas Weeks.

July 7, 2024 - The Spiritual Battle and the Shield of Faith - Ephesians 6:10-20 - BJ Shelton by First Baptist Cullman

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