The twenty-first message from the book of Ephesians, “Understanding the will of God.” Eph 5:16-17 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. Verse 17 tells us to be wise—in understanding what the will of the Lord is. Today we will look at what the will of God is, how man has a free will, and yet God is still all-powerful. The will of God is often a mysterious and mis-understood belief. Many people blame everything on...
Aug 07, 2023•18 min•Season 4Ep. 26
The twentieth message from the book of Ephesians, “ Not Once Named. ” Eph 5:3-4 But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints; Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks. This chapter starts by telling us to be followers of God and walk in love. It then tells us that the sinful works that the unsaved do should not be once named among the saints. These works of the fles...
Jul 31, 2023•16 min•Season 4Ep. 25
The nineteenth message from the book of Ephesians, “Inheriting the Kingdom of God. ” Eph 5:5-8 For this ye know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God. Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience . Be not ye therefore partakers with them. For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as childre...
Jul 25, 2023•15 min•Season 4Ep. 24
The eighteenth message from the book of Ephesians, “ Forgiveness .” Eph. 4:31-32 Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you. The subject of forgiveness is a common one. Most of us learn about the importance of forgiving one another from a child. It is a fundamental habit that must be developed if we are to have ...
Jul 16, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 23
The seventeenth message from the book of Ephesians, “ A Generation that Grieves the Holy Spirit. " Eph 4:30 And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption. In this verse, we are warned not to grieve the Holy Spirit that lives inside of us. To grieve means to cause great distress to someone, or to give someone a heavy burden. This is the only time in the New Testament we find this phrase. The Holy Spirit lives inside a child of God and can become grieved w...
Jul 10, 2023•16 min•Season 4Ep. 22
The sixteenth message from the book of Ephesians, “ Labouring in a good thing. ” Eph 4:28 Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth. Labouring, or working, in life is something we all do (or should be doing). Life is full of work. It never seems to end and can get tiring and discouraging at times. But working in a good thing is necessary, fulfilling, and a blessing to those around us. ...
Jul 02, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 21
The fifteenth message from the book of Ephesians, “ Righteous Anger. " Eph 4:26-27 Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: Neither give place to the devil. Is it always wrong or a sin to be angry? What does the Bible say about being angry? What does the Bible mean when it says “ Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: ”? In the Bible, we read many times when God is angry. Does God commit sin? No, He does not. So we can conclude there are occa...
Jun 29, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 20
The fourteenth message from the book of Ephesians, “ Speaking with grace ”. The Bible says “Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt,...” What we say, and how we speak, is very important. The tongue is very powerful. It can be used for good or evil. It can encourage or discourage. It can build up someone or tear someone down. We need to be very careful with our speech. Everyone is watching what you say as a Christian and will judge you by your words. Today see how to speak with G...
Jun 20, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 19
The thirteenth message from the book of Ephesians, “ The Old man versus the New man ”. In Ephesians 4:17-32 we read about the old man and the new man. We also see how the Gentiles walk and how a Christian should walk. The difference is stark. There is a clear line drawn between the two. But a Christian has a choice: walk after the Spirit or after the flesh, walk in the new man or the old, walk in the ways of the Gentiles or the ways of a child of God. Today we will look at the new man versus the...
Jun 14, 2023•15 min•Season 4Ep. 18
The twelfth message from the book of Ephesians: the importance of the local church. What is the purpose of the local church? What kind of work should it be doing? Is the church a humanitarian organisation? Is it a select, private club? This short passage in the book of Ephesians tells us the purpose and work of a local church. Jesus Christ gave His blood for, and died for, the Church, which is part of His body. He has a plan, purpose, and work for every local church body. Today, we will look at ...
Jun 07, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 17
The eleventh message from the book of Ephesians. Ephesians chapter four marks a major change in the book. In the first three chapters, we read of our standing or position in the eyes of God, while chapters 4-6 are primarily about our state or condition before men. Let’s start today by reading the first 3 verses from chapter four. Ephesians chapter 4:1-3: Eph 4:1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, Eph 4:2 With all lowlin...
May 30, 2023•11 min•Season 4Ep. 16
The tenth message from the book of Ephesians. Ephesians chapter four marks a major change in the book. In the first three chapters, we read of our standing or position in the eyes of God, while chapters 4-6 are primarily about our state or condition before men. Notice chapter four starts with “ I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, ” In the previous chapters, we learned how God sees us and what we have in Christ. Now we wi...
May 10, 2023•13 min•Season 4Ep. 15
The ninth message from the book of Ephesians “What have you done with God’s grace” which is found in Ephesians 3:7, 8. Paul was given the grace of God in his life, just as all believers have. Why was this grace given to Paul according to Ephesians 3:8 ? That he should preach the gospel among the Gentiles. Let’s read Ephesians 3:7, 8: Eph 3:7-8 Whereof I was made a minister, according to the gift of the grace of God given unto me by the effectual working of his power. 8 Unto me, who am less than ...
May 04, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 14
The eighth message from the book of Ephesians “Christ dwelling in our hearts” which is found in Ephesians 3:12-20. Christ dwells in our hearts, giving us strength, faith, knowledge, love, and power. Being an effective Christian and minister for God requires us to have these things. We need the power and strength of God if we want to grow as His child and be used of Him. In verse seven Paul states “ according to the gift of the grace of God given unto me by the effectual working of his power. ” A...
Apr 27, 2023•20 min•Season 4Ep. 13
The seventh message from the book of Ephesians “A Mystery Revealed,” found in Ephesians 3:1-12. A Mystery Revealed (vs. 1-12) In the first twelve verses we read of a mystery that was hidden for thousands of years. This mystery was revealed to the apostle Paul. This mystery was not the church which is the body of Christ, for that was known before Paul was saved and started preaching. So what was this “mystery” in verse three? It is defined in verse six : “ That the Gentiles should be fellowheirs,...
Apr 19, 2023•13 min•Season 4Ep. 12
The sixth message from the book of Ephesians “Our Foundation” which is found in Ephesians 2:20-22. And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone; In whom all the building fitly framed together groweth unto an holy temple in the Lord: In whom ye also are builded together for an habitation of God through the Spirit. (Ephesians 2:20-22) The body of Christ has a firm foundation that has stood the test of time and troubles. It has go...
Apr 12, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 11
The fifth message from the book of Ephesians called “The children of God,” found in Ephesians 2:5-18. Chapter two starts with six things we had or were before we were born-again—before Jesus saved us. We looked at that last time. Today we will look at nine things we are given when Jesus Christ saves us. These are things we now have by the grace of God. What a blessing it is to know have peace with God and will live forever with our Saviour!
Apr 06, 2023•22 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Chapter two starts with six things we had or were before we were born-again—before Jesus saved us. Later we read of seven things that a child of God has. Let’s look today at what we were or had before Jesus Christ saved us. These are things we had by nature, or birth without Christ. A person who is not saved or born-again is not a child of God. A person becomes a child of God by faith alone in Christ. Gal 3:26 For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus. We often talk about what ...
Mar 31, 2023•18 min•Season 4Ep. 9
While on earth, in a body of human flesh, Jesus Christ as the Son of God submitted Himself to His Father and His humanity. But—He is now risen and God the Father has given Him His rightful throne in heaven. He has now assumed not only His humanity but deity. And one day He will sit and rule on His throne here on earth. Let’s look at the six things the Lord Jesus Christ has received from the Father.
Mar 22, 2023•20 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Paul loved and prayed for the brethren at the church in Ephesus. He was thankful for their faith and love, he did not cease to pray for them, he desired they would be filled with the wisdom and knowledge of God, that they would know the hope and riches they can find in Christ, and last he desired they would have the power of God in their lives. Let’s strive to be thankful for and pray for all our brothers and sisters in Christ. If we are praying for one another we will have much more love and un...
Mar 17, 2023•16 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Seven spiritual blessings we have in Ephesians chapter one. In the first chapter of this book, we find seven spiritual blessings we have in Christ. What a blessing it is to know we are holy in the eyes of God, that we are adopted into the family of God, that we have been redeemed by the blood of Jesus, and so much more! These are spiritual blessings a child of God has now. We will receive our physical blessings, such as a new body and home in heaven, when Christ comes to take us home to heaven....
Mar 12, 2023•19 min•Season 4Ep. 6
This episode looks at the history of Ephesus and the overview of the book of Ephesians. Later in this series, we will look at several sermons found in this book. I believe it will be a help and encouragement to you!
Mar 07, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Last week looked at the Victory in the life of the believer. Today we will look at the fourth message found in this book. We will look at our Lord Jesus Christ in the book of Philippians . Some of this will be similar to what we have already looked at but much of will be new. We are going to look at Christ our life, Christ our example, Christ our righteousness, and Christ our rejoicing.
Feb 24, 2023•17 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Last week looked at the Mind of the Believer in the book of Philippians. Today we will look at the third message from a series of messages found in this book. Let’s look at Victory in the Life of the Believer. The book of Philippians is one of the most positive, joyful books of the Bible. It makes it clear that God desires His children to live in victory with joy—while they are still here on earth. Let’s read two verses from the Bible about victory before we look at the book of Philippians. 1Co ...
Feb 18, 2023•16 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Today let’s look at the Mind of the Believer. Our mind is very important. It is where we think, dream, plan, and ultimately decide to do or not to do something. It is also used in the Bible to show where are desires and direction are going. We need to guard our minds, strengthen our minds in the right areas, and use our minds for the glory of God. We are told to love God will all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Our heart is where our desires lay, our soul is who we really are and what will ...
Feb 10, 2023•15 min•Season 4Ep. 2
There are many good messages or sermons in the book of Philippians. The book of Philippians is one of the most positive and joyful books of the Bible. The word sin never occurs in the book and Paul never rebukes them sharply. The key word in the book is joy or rejoicing. You have joy by not sinning! So today we will look at the first of about 4 or 5 messages found in this book. Today, we will look at the believer’s purpose, pattern, prize, and provision.
Jan 30, 2023•17 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Today I want to talk about faith, fact, and feeling in regard to salvation. All people have faith in something. All people know certain facts. And all people have feelings about something. The same is true regarding the salvation and the eternal destiny of a person’s soul. Faith, fact, and feeling are different. Many Christians and non-Christians alike get confused concerning these three things. We must be sure that we have put out faith and trust in the correct facts found in the Bible. The fee...
Apr 22, 2022•15 min•Season 3Ep. 22
The rapture, or catching away of the church is a great doctrine that we need to hear about often. Our Saviour coming back for us is one of our greatest hopes and comforts. In John 14 the disciples were sad when Jesus told them he must go away. At that time they did not understand what he was about to do. But Jesus told them he would go back to the Father, prepare a place for them, and one day return to take them home. Joh 14:1-3 Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in ...
Apr 12, 2022•16 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Today, I want us to look at healing and miracles in 1 Corinthians 12:8-11. Several of the gifts found in 1 Corinthians 12 are still in effect today but others are not, specifically, the gifts of healing, miracles, speaking in tongues, and interpretation of tongues. These four gifts were given as a sign to unbelievers, not believers (children of God). Who requires such signs? The Jews, not the Gentiles. 1Co 1:22 For the Jews require a sign , and the Greeks seek after wisdom: God can still heal an...
Feb 25, 2022•14 min•Season 3Ep. 20
This week I want to look at the gift of tongues. What is this gift? Can a person have the gift of tongues today? I will try to answer those questions today. Tongues in the Bible are a spoken language. They were given as a sign to unbelievers and Israel during the early church, and they ceased after a time. 1Co 14:22 Wherefore tongues are for a sign, not to them that believe, but to them that believe not: but prophesying serveth not for them that believe not, but for them which believe....
Feb 18, 2022•14 min•Season 3Ep. 19
