Much of our culture lives under the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, where half-truths sound just but
Paul’s message in these verses is one of transformation, identity and purpose. We have learned Christ, heard Christ and been
We were never made to fit in. We were made to stand out and be a light to this world.
Do you find it difficult to keep the Sabbath? Do you ever wish you could just hang out with your
Paul challenges the Ephesians to rise above the secular system and alienation from God, and to walk a new path.
Paul calls us in verse 15 to “speak the truth in love.” This phrase captures the heart of mature Christian
We can know about Christ in our minds, understanding that He is the Son of God, that He came as
Without love as our driving force, even the most active service loses its spiritual value. John writes, “Beloved, let us
Gifts of the Spirit are not random; they are intentional, purposeful and vital to the health and unity of the
Kids need to experience a “normal” childhood in order to grow up to become optimally-functioning adults. Yet today, many talk
Each believer carries within them something essential for the good of the whole. When we yield our hearts to Him
Paul declares, “one God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all” (Ephesians
In verses 2–3, he writes, “with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, endeavoring to
Paul pleads with the believers to live in a way that honors the incredible calling they have received. The word
Paul closes Chapter 3 with eternal praise: “To Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations
Paul instructs us on the role of Jesus Christ and the Church and prays for the spiritual welfare of the
But notice to whom this wisdom is being revealed: “to the principalities and powers in the heavenly places.” Paul is
The Greek word for preach means “to announce good news,” the same root from which we get “evangelize.” Paul’s mission
The inheritance that once seemed to belong only to Israel is now opened to all who are in Christ.
Paul emphasizes that the truth he preached was not passed down to him by any man, nor was it derived
Paul sets the example for presenting his life as a living sacrifice. He was incarcerated but identifies himself as a
God takes an interest in our reactions to all the problems we encounter. He is most interested in our overcoming
The Bible is filled with special treasures. Here is a great book addressing some of the most important issues of
