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SCRIPTURE- Ephesians 1:7"In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.”REFLECTION- LaurenMUSIC- "Common Threads" by Bobby McFerrin- "These Alone Are Enough" Catholic Hymn, Piano instrumental by Keith WashoNOTES- Read Mary Ellyn's blog article, "Unshakable Promises of God Every Catholic Should Know", by clicking here. - All Souls Collage and Mass: click here to submit a name and photo of a loved one who has died in the last year.PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.
SCRIPTURE- Ephesians 2:10"For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."REFLECTION- Mary EllynMUSIC- Abendlied by VOCES8- Love by Dream AcademyNOTES- All Souls Collage and Mass: click here to submit a name and photo of a loved one who has died in the last year.PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.
Connect with me here! Send me a text message! Scripture: Ephesians 2:10 – “For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”1) Your worth is in who you are, not what you do. Your identity is rooted in Christ, not in motherhood, ministry, or performance.2) God defines your value. Whether you're busy or resting, His love for you remains the same.1 john 3:1- see what great love the father has lavished on us that we should be called children of GodRomans 5:8 says, "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us"Jeremiah 31:3 says, "I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have drawn you out with lovingkindness"Romans 8:38-39: proclaims, "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord"3) Roles can change, identity doesn't. Seasons shift, but being a daughter of the King is unchanging.Be encouraged, challenged and blessed today!!Grab your downloadable scripture cards here>> https://stan.store/mrsangelapitnikoff/p/30-scripture-cards✨Come hang with me on IG- https://www.instagram.com/mrsangelapitnikoff/✨Join our FB sisterhood!- https://www.facebook.com/groups/kingdomdaughterssisterhood✨Want some fun free resources? Click here- www.thekingdomdaughters.comSupport the show
In a world increasingly divided by algorithms, politics, and social media echo chambers, the gospel offers something radically different: true unity through Christ. Pastor Stephen Mizell shows how Jesus tears down walls and creates one new family from strangers and outsiders. Key Points: Algorithms divide us, but the cross unites us Remember you were once an outsider—stay humble Christ's death reconciles us to God AND to each other The church isn't optional—we need community to find our purpose A brick alone is a weapon; together we're God's temple Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22 If this encouraged you, like, subscribe, and share! Connect With Us: Website: visitopendoor.com Service Times: 9am & 10:45am Location: Open Door Church, Edenton, NC #Unity #Ephesians #ChurchFamily #BiblicalTeaching
Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10
In this sermon, Pastor Steven walks through one of the most powerful passages in Scripture—Ephesians 2:1–10. He shows how Paul confronts the full reality of our condition apart from Christ—dead in sin, enslaved to the world, the flesh, and the devil—and then reveals the breathtaking hope in two words: “But God.” Through His mercy, love, and grace, God makes us alive in Christ and calls us His workmanship—reborn as a living testimony to His grace.
2025-10-05-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, October 5, 2025, in the 8;30 AM service. Scripture: Ephesians 2:8–10, John 1:10–13, Galatians 1:6–9, Matthew 16:13–18, Ephesians 5:11 Notes: -Different religions and people believe many different things about who Jesus is. -God's own word says Jesus is the Son of God. -You must read the bible and decide for yourself what you believe. -The most important question you're ever going to answer is: Who Do You Say I Am?
2025-10-05-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, October 5, 2025, in the 10;30 AM service. Scripture: Ephesians 2:8–10, John 1:10–13, Galatians 1:6–9, Matthew 16:13–18, Ephesians 5:11 Notes: -Different religions and people believe many different things about who Jesus is. -God's own word says Jesus is the Son of God. -You must read the bible and decide for yourself what you believe. -The most important question you're ever going to answer is: Who Do You Say I Am?
In week three of our Stronger series, Pastor Stephen Mizell teaches from Ephesians 2 on the power of God's grace. Grace doesn't just make you better—it makes you alive. Discover what it means to move from death to life, to receive mercy you can't earn, and to live from grace instead of performance. Scripture: Ephesians 2:1–10 Key Quote: “Grace doesn't grade on a curve—it's graded on a cross.” If this message encouraged you, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear about God's grace today. Join us this Sunday at Open Door Church in Edenton, NC—where we're building stronger faith together.
Series: RootedWeek 5 Title: There Is an Enemy!Scripture: Ephesians 6:10–20Big Idea: There is a real enemy who opposes God and His people—but Christ has already won the victory. We don't fight for victory; we fight from it.I. The Reality of the EnemyEvil isn't just human—it's spiritual. There is an unseen realm of darkness opposing God's Kingdom.Satan is not a myth or symbol—he is a fallen angel who rebelled against God and now seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10).The devil's greatest trick is convincing the world he doesn't exist.Everything God creates, Satan counterfeits.II. The Enemy's Strategy1. Temptation to SinSatan entices believers to gratify the flesh outside of God's will.Sin becomes a stronghold when it moves from struggle to pattern.2 Corinthians 10:3–5 — take every thought captive.We defeat temptation by walking in the Spirit (Galatians 5:16–17).2. Accusation and LiesThe enemy is “the father of lies” (John 8:44).He twists God's Word and distorts truth to produce shame and confusion.Agreements with lies (“I am unworthy,” “God doesn't care”) must be broken by declaring God's truth.Romans 8:1 — no condemnation for those in Christ.3. Persecution and SufferingThe spirit of darkness opposes the Spirit in you.Believers worldwide face hatred and persecution (Matthew 10:22–23).Trials refine faith and earn eternal reward (James 1:12).III. The Path to VictoryVictory begins with salvation: transferred from the kingdom of darkness into the Kingdom of God's Son (Colossians 1:13).Put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:13–17):Belt of truth – stand against lies.Breastplate of righteousness – guard your heart.Shoes of peace – stay grounded in the gospel.Shield of faith – extinguish doubt and fear.Helmet of salvation – protect your mind with assurance.Sword of the Spirit – strike back with the Word of God.We are protected and empowered to stand firm.The fight is not ours—it's God's.IV. Christ's TriumphColossians 2:15 — Jesus disarmed the rulers and authorities, making a public spectacle of them by the cross.The cross was not His defeat—it was His victory parade.Satan and shame are already conquered.We march in triumph behind our King.
SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 1:15-23 SHOW NOTES: For encouragement on your spiritual journey, we invite you to visit our ministry website, Discover God's Truth, where you can access additional resources to enrich your Walk with God. Paul boldly shared the Gospel of Jesus and traveled extensively during his ministry. He now writes to the believers in Ephesus from a prison in Rome. He assures the Ephesians that he always remembers them in his prayers—both with gratitude and intercession."For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all God's people, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers." Ephesians 1:15-16 Paul received news that their faith and love continued to grow. He tells them he prays that God, the glorious Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, will give them spiritual wisdom and insight.Paul wants them to understand the incredible power of God. Divine power was clearly shown in Jesus Christ's resurrection and His exaltation to the position of authority—He sits at the right hand of His Heavenly Father. Because of Christ, the Church is made whole and complete."I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's power for us who believe in Him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated Him in the place of honor at God's right hand in the heavenly realms." Ephesians 1:18-19 SONG: "What An Awesome God" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLBYD_52Cjg&list=RDuLBYD_52Cjg&start_radio=1
Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5Sermon Series: Standalone Guest SpeakerSermon Discussion Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yLSlVQeVkIcimqJ6RC_4p6xR0JxN0yzF/view?usp=drive_linkSermon Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/43173/note-246394.htmlSermon Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0WU9c9CXxw
Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7
Scripture:Ephesians 6:10-18
Pastor Todd and Susan share Friday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10]
Devotion Writer: Fran Baatz | Devotion Reader: Suzan LundSeries: Pay Attention! | Scripture: Ephesians 5:6-20Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 09/25/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
God's grace calls us out of death and into life, but pressing forward means resisting the pull of a dead past. In this sermon, we explore how to guard our hearts, move forward, and trust the path God has set before us. Scripture: Ephesians 2v1-4, Proverbs 4v23–27, Exodus 16v3
Speaker: Christian Selvaratnam // Date: Sunday 21 September 2025 // Scripture: Ephesians 3:8-21
ShownotesHow is value measured? When we find ourselves comparing our worth with standards of the world, we can feel little or small as if we don't add up. But God tells us differently and has already determined our worth. In this episode Andrea Bear sits down with Sarah Kroger, Catholic singer and songwriter. Sarah shares her new book, Beloved, named after her popular song and shares how God's love has already given us worth. Our GuestSarah Kroger is a GMA Dove Award®-Nominated Artist, Songwriter, and Worship Leader. With her previously released albums Your Time(ff2011), Hallelujah is our Song (2013), Bloom (2019), Light (2020), and London Sessions (2023), her latest project, A New Reality, released on May 17, 2024 (Integrity Music). LinksSong Belovedness based on the book by Henry Nouwenhttps://www.sarahkroger.com/ ScriptureEphesians 1:4 Prayer for those struggling with mental health, self-worth, and those who are mourning.Journaling QuestionsWhy do you sometimes find society can take away your worth?How does God remind us over and over again that He has already placed our worth? Where do you see this in your life?Is there someone who needs reminding about God's love? How can you be a light in their life?Why is it important to address mental health? Spend time in prayer this week and meditate on Ephesians 1:4 and the word belovedness. What is God calling you to discover about His love for you? What is your mourning glory?Be sure to subscribe to the podcast. You can find us on most podcast platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Pocketcasts, and more. You can also follow us on both Instagram and Facebook. Be sure to also check out our website at www.mourningglorypodcast.com. There you'll find links to all of our episodes, shownotes, resources such as books recommendations, articles, and more.
Pastor Todd shares Friday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-6]
When you're young, there are probably things you're sure would never happen to you, or things you're sure you or friends would never do. But usually, as we get older, we begin to wonder whether there's any rhyme or reason to life. Scientifically, they now say life is chaotic, that there is nothing but disorder. That's both the practical and the intellectual perception. But Christianity has the most wonderful, the most sophisticated, and the most decisive answer to that perception: Jesus is King. When we see our lives and history looking chaotic, the Bible comes and says to us, “Calm down. There's an explanation.” Let me show you how the two aspects of the kingship of Christ make up this most wonderful answer: 1) Jesus Christ has a kingdom coming, and 2) Jesus is King right now of history. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on January 30, 1994. Series: Understanding Jesus. Scripture: Ephesians 1:9–12. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.
This message addresses how followers of Jesus can process a week filled with tragedy, violence, and confusion. While culture spins stories and social media fuels division, Scripture reminds us that we are living in a spiritual battle far deeper than politics or headlines. The enemy is actively working to blind, divide, and derail—but Jesus remains victorious, sovereign, and present. In this sermon, we'll look at how to view cultural chaos through God's eyes, how to respond as the Church with prayer and courage, and what it means to count the cost of following Christ in our generation.Scripture:Ephesians 6:10-12Resources:FaceBook- FCC Young AdultsInstagram- @fccyaEmail- fccyadmin@fccsantamaria.orgWebsite- fccsantamaria.org
Pastor Todd shares Friday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3]
Scripture: Ephesians 1 1:10Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.
Scripture: Ephesians 2:17 - 22Message from Brady Bryce, Senior MinisterFor more resources and access to everything we have going on at First, visit https://www.firstabq.org
Pastor Todd shares Friday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Ephesians 1:16-21]
Pastor Todd shares Friday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Ephesians 1:15]
Today's Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-24 Mary is reading Ephesians 6:10-24 in the WEB. Access Pray Every Day every single day on the Pray Every Day App! Not only can you listen, but I’ve created 365 daily devotions you can read as well–all about connecting deeply with Jesus, finding healing, and experiencing His presence. Download the app […]
DateAugust 24, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we explore how handwritten letters—from a principal's encouraging notes to students to the Apostle Paul's letters to early Christians—remind us of our true identity and purpose. Through Paul's letter to the Ephesians, we discover a profound truth: we are God's accomplishment (poiēma), masterpieces created not by our own achievements but through divine grace. This identity frees us to participate in God's work of mending what's broken in our world, one faithful act at a time. Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10.About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.
Scripture:Ephesians 6:10-18, Romans 12:2, John 3:16, Colossians 1:21, Romans 5:1-2, 1 John 5:13, 2 Corinthians 5:17Quote:“Salvation is when God rescues you from sin and gives you eternal life through faith in Jesus.”Points:1. Knowing who you are in Christ and what you have in salvation protects your mind.2. Peace with God gives you stability in the minds of the battle.
Today's Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33 Mary is reading Ephesians 5:22-33 in the WEB. Access Pray Every Day every single day on the Pray Every Day App! Not only can you listen, but I’ve created 365 daily devotions you can read as well–all about connecting deeply with Jesus, finding healing, and experiencing His presence. Download the app […]
Ephesians 4:24 says, “Put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.” This isn't a one-time decision—it's a daily act of surrender. Every day, we get to choose whether we live in our old patterns of thinking and behaving, or step into the new identity Christ has given us.In this episode, we'll talk about what it looks like to “take off” the old self in your health journey—whether that's unhealthy habits, negative self-talk, or striving in your own strength—and instead “put on” the new self, rooted in righteousness, grace, and freedom.You'll learn:How to recognize the old patterns of behavior and thought that keep you stuckPractical steps to replace unhealthy habits with life-giving onesWhy health is more about identity in Christ than willpower or quick fixesHow to walk in daily renewal so your body and spirit align with who you truly areThis journey isn't about perfection—it's about daily surrender and transformation. When you choose to put on your new self, your health habits begin to reflect the grace and freedom you already have in Christ.
Pastor Todd and Susan share Friday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14]
Today's Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21 Mary is reading Ephesians 5:1-21 in the WEB. Access Pray Every Day every single day on the Pray Every Day App! Not only can you listen, but I’ve created 365 daily devotions you can read as well–all about connecting deeply with Jesus, finding healing, and experiencing His presence. Download the app […]
So much of our health and fitness journey isn't about food or workouts—it's about our mindset. In Ephesians 4:23, Paul reminds us to “be made new in the attitude of your minds.” That means the real transformation begins by aligning our thoughts with who we are in Christ.In this episode, we'll dig into what it looks like to take captive the lies we believe about our bodies, food, and fitness, and replace them with the truth of God's Word. If you've ever thought, “I'll never change,” “I'll always struggle,” or “I'm not enough”—this message is for you.You'll learn:Why mindset matters more than motivation in lasting healthHow to recognize thoughts that don't align with ChristPractical ways to renew your mind daily in your health journeyThe freedom that comes when you stop letting the enemy dictate your thoughtsThis isn't about striving harder—it's about surrendering your thoughts and letting God's truth reshape how you live, eat, move, and care for your body.
Today's Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32 Mary is reading Ephesians 4:17-32 in the WEB. Access Pray Every Day every single day on the Pray Every Day App! Not only can you listen, but I’ve created 365 daily devotions you can read as well–all about connecting deeply with Jesus, finding healing, and experiencing His presence. Download the app […]
Today's Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16 Mary is reading Ephesians 4:1-16 in the WEB. Access Pray Every Day every single day on the Pray Every Day App! Not only can you listen, but I’ve created 365 daily devotions you can read as well–all about connecting deeply with Jesus, finding healing, and experiencing His presence. Download the app […]
Today's Scripture: Ephesians 3 Mary is reading Ephesians 3 in the WEB. Access Pray Every Day every single day on the Pray Every Day App! Not only can you listen, but I’ve created 365 daily devotions you can read as well–all about connecting deeply with Jesus, finding healing, and experiencing His presence. Download the app […]
Scripture: Ephesians 2:17-21Message from Brady Bryce, Senior MinisterFor more resources and access to everything we have going on at First, visit https://www.firstabq.org
Today's Scripture: Ephesians 2 Mary is reading Ephesians 2 in the WEB. Access Pray Every Day every single day on the Pray Every Day App! Not only can you listen, but I’ve created 365 daily devotions you can read as well–all about connecting deeply with Jesus, finding healing, and experiencing His presence. Download the app here: […]
Scripture:Ephesians 6:10-18, Revelation 12:7-9, Ephesians 6:13, Colossians 2:15, Revelation 12:12, James 4:7, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5“Beneath the surface, an unseen spiritual battle is raging” - John StottPoints:Spiritual warfare is real.1. The war has been won, but battles remain.2. Spiritual battles require spiritual weapons.
Today's Scripture: Ephesians 1 Mary is reading Ephesians 1 in the WEB. Access Pray Every Day every single day on the Pray Every Day App! Not only can you listen, but I’ve created 365 daily devotions you can read as well–all about connecting deeply with Jesus, finding healing, and experiencing His presence. Download the app […]
Pastor Todd shares Friday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-10]
Mankind, due to Adam's fall, was not simply thrust into sin; but an existence which is also one of misery. Every aspect of our relationship with God is now impacted as a result. Today, we look at the solution presented in Christ, and the reason believers can have joy to that end.Scripture:Ephesians 2: 1-10, Acts 1: 8, Romans 12: 9, Matthew 11: 11, Matthew 3: 2, Hebrews 9: 24-28, Romans 6: 23, Matthew 25: 41PBHB GIVEAWAY: https://www.stayreformed.com/giveawayAdditional References:Buy A Puritan Catechism: https://a.co/d/esRURdtRead A Puritan Catechism: https://www.chapellibrary.org/pdf/books/cwpr.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOop_iUZJzFz_3HbHFqJUqPMbSUhhfZUx9FY_-KuyKA9_kwqb8Kh6“Human Nature in its Fourfold State”: https://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/boston/Human%20Nature%20in%20its%20Fourfold%20-%20Thomas%20Boston.pdf“Worldly Saints: The Puritans As They Really Were”: https://www.amazon.com/Worldly-Saints-Puritans-They-Really/dp/0310325013/The Second London Baptist Confession (1689): https://founders.org/library-book/1689-confession/https://www.chapellibrary.org/pdf/books/lbcw.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOorAi1b6iCPqv94DjBcMhSSpcDOGwJrb9hXJSlgqxrFSgo9ofc0-Social Media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StayReformedTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/stayreformedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreformed/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stayreformedpodcast/Website: https://www.stayreformed.com/Email: contact@stayreformed.com
Consider how much of your time, how much of your life, is built around your work. Yet, so many of the books and materials that look at what it means to live as Christians only focus on our evenings and our weekends. How are we to be a Christian on the job? We're going to look at some basic principles of what God says we must do to approach our work and our jobs in a Christian way. Looking at Ephesians 6, we see that this passage knocks down two false views of work: 1) that work is a curse and leisure is the meaning of life, and 2) that work is the meaning of life. And then we'll see 3) how you get the power to transform your view and aim of work. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on November 3, 1991. Series: Work & Faith. Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.
There are two typical approaches to work today, and both of them are wrong. Both of them cut right against what God meant work to be. One approach says, “Work is a curse—something to be endured for a paycheck.” The other approach says, “Work is my way to find self-esteem through achievement.” But the Bible, and the fourth of the Ten Commandments, shows us a different view of work. Let's see what the fourth commandment and Ephesians 6 show us about work: 1) work is not a curse; it's a calling, 2) work is not for yourself; it's for him, and 3) three things to do if you're unhappy with your job. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on October 22, 1989. Series: Proverbs: True Wisdom for Living. Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.