Rooted and Established in Love – Ephesians 3:17b
Paul prayed that we would be able to grasp and know the extent of Christ’s unknowable love. But first, we need to be rooted in love.
Ephesians
Studies from Paul’s letter to the Ephesians
Put Off the Old Self – Ephesians 4:22-24
Paul calls on us to do a complete makeover. To put off the old self that is corrupted. And to put on a new self. A self created by God to be holy.
The Sword of the Spirit – Ephesians 6:17b
Take up the sword of the Spirit when engaging with the enemy. The Bible, when energized by the Spirit, is a formidable weapon.
Take the Helmet of Salvation – Ephesians 6:17a
Put on the helmet of salvation, the hope of eternal life. It will protect you when life gets challenging. Keep your eyes fixed on the goal.
Take Up the Shield of Faith – Ephesians 6:16
Our enemy, the devil, will be firing flaming arrows at us, seeking to cripple our effectiveness. Deflect them with the shield of faith.
Feet Fitted with the Gospel of Peace – Ephesians 6:15
As believers, we are called to take the gospel of peace to all we encounter in the world. Share the message that will set people free.
The Breastplate of Righteousness – Ephesians 6:14b
Your enemy will attack relentlessly. So keep your breastplate of righteousness in place. Don’t give the devil an opening to use against you.
The Belt of Truth Buckled Up – Ephesians 6:14a
In the spiritual battle we are engaged in, the belt of truth is important. Stand in the truth. Do not let the enemy lead you astray.
On Being Filled With the Spirit – Ephesians 5:18-20
Be filled with the Spirit, lifting your voices in song together with the church. And being thankful in all things, whether good or bad.
Walk in the Way of Love – Ephesians 5:1-2
We are called to follow the example that Jesus set for us. As dearly loved children, walk in the way of love.
Avoiding Unwholesome Talk – Ephesians 4:29
It is so easy to let our words be hurtful; unwholesome talk takes no effort at all. But how much better when our words are used to build people up.
Church Growth – Ephesians 4:16
Church growth is dependent on Christ’s equipping and leadership as well as each member faithfully doing their part.
