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What if the “battle” you're facing isn't against the people you think it is?In this final message of our If/Then series through Ephesians, we unpack Paul's famous “armour of God” passage — and discover it's far less about spiritual aggression and far more about communal resilience, subversive grace, and the way of peace.If Christ reigns… then how should we live?Together we explore:Why unity is central to the Christian lifeHow Jesus redefines victory and powerWhat Paul really means by “our struggle is not against flesh and blood”Why the armour of God is about peace, not culture warsHow community protects us from both chaos and deceptionThis isn't a call to weaponize your faith.It's an invitation to reimagine strength, rethink your enemies, and rediscover the kind of victory that looks like love.Because if Jesus wins through self-giving grace…then everything changes.—

Pastor Christy Cass In this message, There Is More — For You, invites us into a moment of permission, not pressure. A reminder that God's dream for your life is bigger than what you've settled for and that the enemy's greatest lie is convincing you that this is all there is. TEXT: Ephesians 3:20, Habakkuk 1:2–5, Habakkuk 2:1–3, Habakkuk 3:2, 18–19, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Ephesians 2:10 NOTES: There is more peace. There is more purpose. There is more freedom. There is more faith than fear. Wrestling with God is not walking away — it's staying engaged God is working even when you can't see it You can't receive new vision while holding on to old perspective If God says it, He will back it up When you realize there is more for you, you begin to want more for others. That's why we serve. That's why we give. That's why we show up. Stay Connected: Give: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/giving Online Service: Sundays 9 AM (YouTube & Facebook Live) Connect: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/people/forms/113001 Instagram: @wearetheechochurch #EchoChurch #ChristianSermon #FaithGrowth #BibleTeaching #jesus

Paul's letter to the Ephesians is built around one powerful structure: if / then.If God is already at work healing the world in Christ—if grace, not violence, is the true power shaping history—then how should we live?In this message, we begin a four-week journey through Ephesians by sitting in the if:a bold vision of Jesus, a high Christology, and a radical redefinition of chosen, predestined, grace, and peace. Set against the backdrop of the Roman Empire's gospel of “victory, then peace,” Paul announces an alternative good news—one where peace is already possible because of God's self-giving love in Christ.This sermon explores:* The if/then structure of Ephesians* What “chosen” and “predestined” actually mean (and what they don't)* Why Paul's greeting “grace and peace” is deeply political* How the church becomes a small working model of new creation* What it means to live ahead of the curve of God's healing work in the world

Today Pastor Pace will teach what it means to be filled with the Spirit and even what it feels like!Text: Ephesians 5:18 "And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit;"Please hit follow and don't forget to give us a 5-star rating and leave a review. For more information or to receive your own personal Bible study with Pastor Pace, call us at 214-391-0017 or visit our website at gtacdallas.com If you would like to hear current broadcasts tune into 1040AM KGGR in Dallas, TX every Wednesday at 3:15pm CST.

Text: Ephesians 3:10What is the church? It is the focal point of God's redemptive work on earth. Win this message, we lay out God's teaching on the significance and beauty of God's church at the beginning of this new year.

Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16; Matt. 28:19-20; 2 Tim. 4:1-2 Text: Ephesians 4:1-16; Matt. 28:19-20; 2 Tim. 4:1-2

Today Pastor Pace will begin new lesson on how to be filled with the Spirit and what that exactly means for your life. Text: Ephesians 5:18 "And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; "Please hit follow and don't forget to give us a 5-star rating and leave a review. For more information or to receive your own personal Bible study with Pastor Pace, call us at 214-391-0017 or visit our website at gtacdallas.com If you would like to hear current broadcasts tune into 1040AM KGGR in Dallas, TX every Wednesday at 3:15pm CST.

Tony Coulombe (Warrenton Location)Series: ResetTopic:  Transformation happens as our minds are renewed by God's truth, not the patterns of the world.Core Text: Ephesians 4:17-24    Recorded: 1/11/2026For more resources check out evergreenchristian.org or our YouTube page

Preaching Point: Christ expects each of us to take the corporate pursuit of spiritual growth seriously through training that equips us to use the giftings he provides, under the leaders he appoints, to build up his church.Text: Ephesians 4:11–16 (ESV) 11 And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, 12 to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, 13 until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, 14 so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes. 15 Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, 16 from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love.

This talk was a one-off talk in the AM Service. Text: Ephesians 2:1-10 Date: 11 January 2026 Speaker: Josh van der Kooij

~ This is the audio from the January 4, 2026 sermon, “Unwrapped Gifts: The Gift of God!”, shared by Tom Lemler at the Deer Run Church of Christ. Text: Ephesians 2   “Do not be deceived.  Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does […]

Text: Ephesians 6:23-24Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

Text: Ephesians 6:21-22Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

Text: Ephesians 6:18-20Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

Text: Ephesians 6:14-17Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

Text: Ephesians 4 : 1 - 7 James Martin

Text: Ephesians 6:13 Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

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Text: Ephesians 6:10-13Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

Wise people put boundaries in place - they don't act like they couldn't possibly fail. What if there was a guide who could help you establish boundaries that would keep you safe? Would you want that? Text: Ephesians 5:15-18 Speaker: Aaron Patton

Text: Ephesians 2:11-22 View this week's Bulletin.

Text: Ephesians 5:22-6:9Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

Have you ever felt unwanted or alone?  Have you expereinced the sting of rejection? Mnay of us have known this hurt and the bible shares what is on the other side of that sting.  It is the loving choice of adoption.  In this message Pastor fIkre Prince shares that God so lovingly sent his son to bring us in to his protection and provision by means of adoption, and since we have been shown this great love we should extend it to others.Text: Ephesians 1:3-6Sermon Summary:Big Idea: In Christ, we are adopted sons and daughters of God.Key Question: What does adoption show the world about who God is? Adoption displays...1.     God's fatherly love. (vv. 3, 4a, 5)2.     God's restorative power. (v. 4)3.     God's glorious grace. (v. 6)

Text: Ephesians 5:15-21Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder," is what the old adage says but what does it mean?  What is Beauty and how should people ingage with that which is considered "beautiful."  In this final message of the In Christ series, Pastor Fikre Prince shares a framework for understanding the origins of beauty, the importance of beauty, and our role in bringing about beauty into the the world.Text: Ephesians 2:4-10Sermon Summary:Big Idea: In Christ, we enjoy and create to reflect God's Beauty.Key Question: What does it mean to value Beauty as the people of God?God is the source of beauty. (Psalm 19:1)We are created to enjoy and create. (Ephesians 2:10)Beauty points to Jesus. (Hebrews 1:3)

Speaker: James Alverson"Get in the Game"Text: Ephesians 3:14 - 4:7Jonesboro Heights Baptist Church316 W Main St.Sanford, NC

Speaker: James Alverson"Get in the Game"Text: Ephesians 3:14 - 4:7Jonesboro Heights Baptist Church316 W Main St.Sanford, NC

Portia Allen Your passion for reading God's Word shapes your life more than you realize. The Bible isn't just ancient text—it's a living anchor for bold living today. In Bold and Bible, Portia Allen shares how a growing love for Scripture fuels courage, conviction, and Spirit-led living. We explore Ephesians 6, where Paul—an “ambassador in chains”—prays not for comfort, but for courage. From the Book of Acts to our everyday lives, we see how the Holy Spirit empowers ordinary believers to speak truth, love deeply, and live boldly. Text: Ephesians 6:19–20, Romans 10:15–16, Acts 18:1–3; 24–28, Acts 19:1–7, Acts 1:4–8, John 16:13–14, Ephesians 1:13 Stay Connected: Give: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/giving Online Service: Sundays 9 AM (YouTube & Facebook Live) Connect: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/people/forms/113001 Instagram: @wearetheechochurch #EchoChurch #MadeToGarden #ChristianSermon #FaithGrowth #BibleTeaching

Text: Ephesians 5:8-14Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

God calls husbands to love their wives not casually, but sacrificially—just as Christ loved the church. In this passage, Paul lays out a radical vision of leadership rooted in humility, service, and deep commitment. This message will challenge men to step up, lay down their pride, and lead with a love that reflects the heart of Jesus. Text: Ephesians 5:25-33 Speaker: Bob Kadlecik

Text: Ephesians 5:5-7 Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

In a world full of conflicting voices about womanhood and marriage, God offers a beautiful and countercultural design. Paul reveals the role of the wife—not as lesser, but as a powerful partner who reflects Christlike humility and strength through submission. This message unpacks what biblical submission really means and how it leads to unity, trust, and flourishing in marriage. Text: Ephesians 5:22-24 Speaker: Aaron Patton 

Text: Ephesians 5:4Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

In a culture that normalizes sexual immorality, God calls us to walk in the light and live differently. Paul contrasts the purity of God's love with the destructive pull of lust, impurity, and greed. This message will challenge you to reject darkness, embrace your identity in Christ, and pursue a life that reflects His holiness. Text: Ephesians 5:1-9 Speaker: Aaron Patton 

Text: Ephesians 5:3Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake Farley Support the show

Healthy families are built on healthy communication, but that doesn't come naturally. In Ephesians, Paul gives us clear, practical rules for how to speak the truth, handle anger, and build others up with our words. This message will help you break toxic patterns and replace them with grace-filled communication that strengthens your relationships. Text: Ephesians 4:25-32 Speaker: Aaron Patton

Text: Ephesians 5:1-2Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

Text: Ephesians 1:3–6, Romans 8:15–16For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/

Text: Ephesians 4:21-29 Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

Text: Ephesians 4:30-32Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

Text: Ephesians 4:31-32  

Text: Ephesians 3:20-21This sermon is part of our current series: Church Body CovenantThis summer we are working through what it means to covenant together as a church.Recorded live at Bethany Bible Church on: August 8, 2025Bethany Radio is a production of Bethany Bible Church in LeRoy, MN.More content and info is available on our website: bethanybibleleroy.com 2025 — Bethany Radio

Text: Ephesians 5:23-25, 1: 22Join us today as Pastor Buddy walks us through relationships within the church!Come visit us in person! To learn more about our church visit:https://www.wearebethany.comTHIS SERMON CAN BE VIEWED ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqmshgH0JLqxzRXiEr2QktQ Worship Service of Bethany Baptist Church (Wendell, NC/Raleigh, NC)August 10, 2025Worship Service of Bethany Baptist Church (Wendell, NC/Raleigh, NC) Come visit us in person! To learn more about our church visit: https://www.wearebethany.comFollow us on Facebook and Instagram

Text: Ephesians 4:17-21 Series: Ephesians Speaker: Blake FarleySupport the show

Francis Schaeffer said, “Ideas have consequences.” If people believe false ideas, they inevitably act on them in disastrous ways. The only solution to such false ideas is to replace them with the truth. Theology and doctrine matter. In this series, we will work through important doctrine for followers of Jesus to understand as they strive to follow Jesus. This week, we explore the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit. Text: Ephesians 5:15-21 ESV Speaker: Michael Bayne

Every day, Christians face a real spiritual battle, but too often we walk in unprepared—like a superhero stepping into war without their armor. God has given us everything we need to stand strong, but we have to choose to suit up with His armor.  Text: Ephesians 6:10-20 Guest Speaker: Joel Garrison 

Text: Ephesians 4:1-16In this mini-series we will examine what community looks and what it means to build Jesus' Church together.Come visit us in person! To learn more about our church visit: https://www.wearebethany.com THIS SERMON CAN BE VIEWED ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqmshgH0JLqxzRXiEr2QktQ Worship Service of Bethany Baptist Church (Wendell, NC/Raleigh, NC) July 13, 2025Worship Service of Bethany Baptist Church (Wendell, NC/Raleigh, NC) Come visit us in person! To learn more about our church visit: https://www.wearebethany.comFollow us on Facebook and Instagram

In this Spirit-led night of worship and word, Pastor Andy Cass shares a powerful message on prayer as the 7th piece of a warrior's armor from Ephesians 6:18–20. Expect a kairos moment—an encounter with God that calls for boldness, surrender, and fearless confidence. Text: Ephesians 6:18–20 – "Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers..."

Pastor Andy Cass When it comes to spiritual battles, using the wrong tool can leave you exposed and ineffective. What does it means to take up the Sword of the Spirit—the Word of God—and fight with both truth and power from the Holy Spirit. TEXT: Ephesians 6:17, John 18:10–11, Acts 2:41, Hebrews 4:12, Ephesians 5:26, Luke 11:37, Matthew 4:14, Isaiah 55:10–11, 1 Samuel 17, 1 Kings 12:6–15 NOTES: -"I got this" attitude keeps us from picking up the sword. - Put the sword down → You are deceived → Pride makes you conceited → You are defeated Peter without the Spirit = sword without aim → shame and hiding. Peter with the Spirit = sword of the Word → 3,000 saved Practical effects of the Word: -Washing (Ephesians 5:26) -Confidence (Luke 11:37) -Sustenance (Matthew 4:14) -Progress (Isaiah 55:10–11) -Discernment (Hebrews 4:12) -My will, my way, my word—or God's will, God's way, God's Word? -Leading in wisdom doesn't mean leaving wisdom. BIG IDEA: Use the right tool and invite your children into the project.

Pastor Andy Cass In this powerful message, we explore the Helmet of Salvation—not just as protection, but as a mindset of momentum. Challenged to shift our focus from distraction to deliverance, and to let God renew our minds and direct our steps toward victory. TEXT: Ephesians 6:17, Romans 12:1–2, Colossians 3:1–2, Philippians 4:5–8, Isaiah 26:3–4, 2 Corinthians 10:3–5, Psalm 140:7, 1 Samuel 17:38–40, 48–50, 54, 1 Samuel 18:6–7 NOTES: Big Idea: God wants your focus back. "Put your hat on!" — Helmet of Salvation is not a moment but a mindset. “Helmet of salvation is misunderstood to be a moment when it's a mindset of momentum.” We're loosing because: 1. You're fashionably wrong 2. You're fearful and fail to step out 3. You're mis-focused “Focus is a game changer — a war winner.” Salvation = deliverance → direction → daily mindset. “Jesus is trying to lead us free from our mental blur…” Inverse: Without the helmet of salvation = distracted, jealous, envious, negative, captive. “Our King, Commander, and Savior is Jesus Christ. Where he wars, we war. Where he hopes, we hope.”