Playlist: Ephesians, Book of (topic)
Unity (Part 6): Ephesians 4 (C)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the book of Ephesians, Paul emphasizes a profound connection between doctrine and practical application, bridging the inspiring vision of the first three chapters with actionable conduct through the pivotal conjunction "therefore" in Ephesians 4:1. He urges believers to "walk worthy," implying a balanced life that harmonizes …
Unity (Part 8): Ephesians 4 (E)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the Book of Ephesians, particularly in chapter 4, Paul emphasizes essential qualities for maintaining the unity of the spirit. In Ephesians 4:2, he highlights lowliness or humility, meekness, patience, and forbearance, all of which involve a form of restraint in dealings with others. Humility, the most significant of these, …
Unity (Part 7): Ephesians 4 (D)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Book of Ephesians carries a primary theme of unity, emphasizing the spiritual unity that God will produce to endure forever. In Ephesians 5:18-21, Paul lists characteristics of those filled with the spirit, which foster this unity: they exhort and instruct one another, sing songs of praise, remain grateful to God in all …
Unity (Part 3): Ephesians 4 (A)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe book of Ephesians serves as a vital foundation for understanding unity within the church. It is structured similarly to the book of Romans, with Paul, under God's inspiration, emphasizing doctrines that pertain specifically to unity. While Ephesians does not contain all necessary information on this subject, it highlights …
Unity (Part 5): Ephesians 4 (B)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Book of Ephesians plays a significant role in understanding the process of unity and sanctification within the church. In the sermon Unity (Part 3): Ephesians 4, the focus shifts toward practical applications of the principles that foster unity and peace. Sanctification, distinct from justification, is highlighted as a …
Unity (2006)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Book of Ephesians emphasizes the theme of unity as central to God's purpose. From the earliest verses in chapter 1, it is clear that God's premeditated plan is to create a glorious family redeemed through Jesus Christ, united as one with Him. This epistle addresses individuals becoming aware of their weaknesses while …
Unity
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIn Ephesians 2:14, it is declared that Christ Himself is our peace. The proper translation from the Greek emphasizes that He alone is our peace, meaning that true peace and unity come solely through Him. Regardless of what we might think or do to achieve peace—whether through wealth, power, possessions, or personal …
Tychicus the Messenger
Sermonette by Jared M. EllisExamining Tychicus, the companion and helper of Paul, we see many godly actions and characteristics like eagerness to serve and bringing the comfort of his news to congregations underlying his role of messenger that we should emulate. Ephesians 6: 21-22 shows that he had a larger role than the just delivering the messages; we …
Government (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe book of Ephesians emphasizes the theme of unity within the church, illustrating why unity is possible and how it should be achieved. God has been planning His purpose for unity before time began, aiming to bring all together into one Body, one Kingdom, one Family, and one Church. Despite mankind's divisions, driven by free …
Essential Characteristics of Our Calling
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe central thought of the Book of Ephesians is that Jesus has brought to a disunited world the way of unity, which must first be manifested and demonstrated in the church. This unity is achieved through faith in Him, and it is the church's task to proclaim and teach this message with diligence and perseverance. In the first …
Our Divine Destiny
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The Book of Ephesians provides profound insights into our divine destiny and relationship with God. In Ephesians 1, Paul reveals that God has allowed us to know the secret of His plan, making known His secret purpose determined beforehand in Christ. This underscores the privilege of understanding God's purpose, a mystery hidden …
The Importance of Doctrine
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe book of Ephesians carries a central theme of unity within the Church of God, detailing how this unity is formed, why it is vital, and how it must be preserved. In Ephesians 1, Paul teaches that this unity arises from God's merciful purpose, as His calling and forgiveness place believers within the body of Jesus Christ. …
Is America a Christian Nation? (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The book of Ephesians, an epistle originally written to a Gentile-dominated congregation that also included Israelites, provides an overview of the spiritual effects of the transition witnessed by Peter and others, marking the beginning of a fuller fulfillment of the prophecy in Genesis 12:3. This epistle teaches the Gentiles, …
The Faithfulness of God (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The Book of Ephesians, particularly in the first chapter, highlights the profound spiritual blessings bestowed upon the church, emphasizing the intimate union with Christ. In Ephesians 1:3, it is noted that these blessings come to us in Christ, underscoring the way God perceives us as being within the confines of Christ, …
Is America a Christian Nation? (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The book of Ephesians was written following the conversion of Gentiles, where the apostle Paul strives to help them comprehend the glories bestowed upon him through being in Christ. Paul provides a quick overview summary in Ephesians 1 and 2 of the fullness of blessings that come with conversion and being in Christ, emphasizing …
Acts (Part Twenty-Seven)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe Book of Ephesians is identified as one of the letters written by the apostle Paul during his imprisonment in Rome. It is noted that this letter, originally sent as a second correspondence to a church, is now referred to as Ephesians, composed while Paul awaited trial under house arrest. This period of confinement, lasting …