Ephesians 4 new international version niv unity and maturity in the body of christ. Lest we become the spiritual equivalent of hetty green, we begin a series devoted to the epistle. Mar 16, 2008 am today, with gods blessing, well start up a new series of sermons, this one through ephesians. One expressed purpose of the book is that we might know what are the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints cf. Before this series is over, i pray you and i will have some memory markers that will make this year a banner year for standing strong, for standing tall, and for standing proud of the way we represent our savior. Since the text and audio content provided by blb represent a range of evangelical. Samuel taylor coleridge, the hymnwriter, wrote these words about the book of ephesians he said. Ephesians verse by verse teaching in the book of ephesians. Bruce, in his commentary on the book of acts, provides us with some interesting information on the school of tyrannus. Sermons from ephesians executable outlines free sermon. Because the name ephesus is not mentioned in every early manuscript, some scholars believe the letter was an encyclical, intended to be circulated and read among all the churches in asia minor and was simply. Audio sermons on ephesians martyn lloydjones trust. Yet in the early church and biblical record, god calls the people themselves the church.
The largest and most trusted library of audio sermons from conservative churches and ministries worldwide. Pauls purpose in ephesians is to promote a unified, growing, healthy church that fulfills gods purposes of being his vehicle for reconciliation in the world, and for growing in maturity and. Characteristics of a true church, part 4 ephesians 4. We love creating practical, discipleship resources to help you know and love god more. Those that like to get into studying the bible and its heavy doctrines prefer to study the first part of pauls letters and often treat the latter part as secondary or of less value see the right diagram where a wall separates the two sections. The book of ephesians for the leavenworth church of christ pauls purpose. Bible teaching online in audio, video, notes from the pauls epistle to the ephesians by galyn wiemers of generation word. When we have concluded revelation, we will start over again in genesis, so if you are with us for five years you will not miss any part of the bible. The epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians from the holy bible new international version niv book 49 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a. Ephesians 4 niv bible as a prisoner for the lord, then, i.
The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. Aug 31, 2014 unity and maturity in the body of christ 4 as a prisoner for the lord, then, i urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. The letter to the ephesians is a letter to christians, and this sermon is a message to christians. Ephesians 4 niv unity and maturity in the body of bible gateway. Ephesians 4, new international version niv the bible app. I chose this book, in part, because it is my favorite epistle of paul, but mostly because of what its about. Sermons on ephesians first presbyterian church, jackson. Ephesians chapter 4 sermon by eric hanson, ephesians 4. If such is truly the case, then paul wrote ephesians around 6163 a. Click on the worship tab in the menu, above, for our current worship service guide. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. Search, listen and read audio and reading sermons from ministers of the reformed congregations navigation home contact browse new sermons audio sermons reading sermons lectures bible books ministers events series login register english dutch.
The book of ephesians chapter 4 king james version. Sermon audio central baptist church of meridian, mississippi. Unity and maturity in the body of christ 4 as a prisoner for the lord, then, i urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. Here is a challenge command to practical christian living. Called to faithfulness 4, stand alone message 3, a fresh start 1, away in a manger 4, links in the chain 3, jonah 3, a love supreme 2, the power of the gospel 3, all the kings choices 4, dinner church 2, the quest of the good sheperd 4, the meaning of life 3, back to basics 4, walking in the spirit. Ephesians 4 listen to esv audio bible online bible study tools. The ephesian letter is one of paul s four imprisonment letters philippians, colossians, and philemon being the others.
Public activity ceased in the cities of ionia for several hours at. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. Ephesians 4 new international version niv dramatized audio bible. The book of ephesians kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 49 duration. The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. The western text indicates that paul had the use of the building from 11 a. Ephesians 4 begins the practical section of the book in which paul lays out the spiritual maturity necessary to produce godly character. Here we find a message about unity, that god makes us all one in jesus christ, that he wants us to work toward keeping that unity, and he describes the benefits of unity in the christian faith. Ephesians 4 niv unity and maturity in the body of bible. Ephesians 4 new king james version nkjv walk in unity. Sermon outlines based on the epistle to the ephesians.
The book of ephesians hits on a wide range of moral and ethical behaviors, designed to ensure believers are living up to our heavenly calling. Aug 08, 2017 ephesians 4 kjv audio bible king james version dramatized 1611 support our ministry by clicking on all the ads possible pleasethis way we are paid some money from the advertizers. Since the text and audio content provided by blb represent a range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed in the resource. While the world wrestles with war at our doorstep, the mystery of salvation leads christians to worship and give thanks even in the darkest hour. Paul began the practical application section of this letter with a quick reminder to the readers that he was a prisoner, for their sake. Paul is saying, because of what i have said, this is what i want you to do. If youve benefited from our resources, would you consider giving back to help us continue helping men, women and children as they find their place in gods story. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. Although addressed to the church in ephesus, this letter is generally believed to have been a circular discussing. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme. Ephesians 4 nkjv walk in unity i, therefore, the bible. To me, the first there chapters of this book are among the most thrilling and most profound in the bible. Gods providencethe providence of god allows for temptationjob 1 and matthew 4 pdf of sermon notespastor jerry birkholz. We want to join together with pastors and christian workers to equip the church in china, broadcasting translated sermons, providing ministry resources for christians and pastors in china.
Verses two and three give us the keys to guarding the unity of the faith. Free sermon book of ephesians martyn lloydjones trust. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The book of ephesians 40 from divine predestination to conversion ephesians 1. His principal ministry was at westminster chapel, in central london, from 19391968, where he delivered multiyear expositions on books of the bible such as romans, ephesians and the gospel of john. It was written to encourage believers to walk as fruitful followers of christ and to serve in unity and love in the midst of persecution. This is a letter to people whove already received the gift. Pastor steven cole sermons ephesians pastor steven. Ephesians 4 new international version niv dramatized audio. Tyrannus no doubt held his classes in the early morning. The indication is that the epistles to the colossians, philemon and the ephesians were carried to their destination by tychicus and onesimus cf. Id like you to find the book of ephesians, and just keep a book mark there for a few weeks.
Save book of ephesians contributed by steve shepherd on jan 23, 2012 message contributor based on 777 ratings rate this series 295,701 views. In gods plan, he was born in a cow pen, lived a poor life, never served in public office, never wrote a book, routinely exercised restraint in the presence of stark pride, washed the feet of his disciples like a slave, and submitted willingly to the humiliating torture of death on the cross. That christians should make great conscience, not only of their actions, but their words also. Generation word bible teaching ministry enjoy fast paced verse by verse teaching of scripture with exegetical insight, historical information and relevant application for your spiritual growth. We have said in our study of ephesians, chapter one, that just as much of the book of ephesians is made up of prayer almost half of it that the whole, almost, of the first chapter is made up of prayer. John vernon mcgee was born in hillsboro, texas, in 1904.
Because the name ephesus is not mentioned in every early manuscript, some scholars believe the letter was an encyclical, intended to be circulated and read. Have you ever felt like your role in the church doesnt matter. Find top church sermons, illustrations, and powerpoints for preaching on ephesians 4. Keep believing china partnering with chinese pastors and churches. Paul says, i urge you to walk in a way thats worthy of the calling you have received. Ephesians pastor david legge 4 grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ. Martyn lloydjones 18991981 was a welsh evangelical minister who preached and taught in the reformed tradition. Walking in a manner worthy means to bring a balance. The word therefore in verse 1, signals this change. The book of ephesians chapter 4 king james version kjv audio bible by alexander scourby. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of ephesians. The book of ephesians series my church my history my favorite broadcasters my favorite speakers my favorite sermons my favorite videos my favorite series notification manager sign in or signup. I, therefore, the prisoner of the lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives.
The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample. Early in the history of grace church, the history of john macarthur. This morning we come for our bible study to a book that is indeed a treasure of mine and of every believer, the book of ephesians. Martyn lloydjones expands on these points and more using ephesians 4. One lord, one spirit, one body for all time and all peoples. Many times we are preoccupied with the idea that the building where we worship is the church. This added an extra weight of seriousness to the directives that he was about to give to them, and us.
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