Register! (3). T. Croskery . Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1999), p. 228, Firwood Church,300 Middleton Road,Westwood,Oldham, OL9 6JH Don't have an account? No, in all these things we are more than victorious through Him who loved us. Ephesians 2:8-10, Ephesians 4:11-12, 1 Peter 4:10-11, Romans 12:3-8 . It is rather "the hidden man of the heart" (1 Peter 3:4); the man "created after God" (Ephesians 4:24) in righteousness and holiness; the interior principle of spiritual life; the personification of out' intellectual and spiritual life, with its impulses, its feelings, its struggles. To ensure you receive the best experience on Lifeway.com, we use cookies to process information about your visit. In Romans 9:23 The riches of His glory, on His vessels of mercy. He did not look upon his calling as a drudgery, but he entered upon it with intense delight. Bible Verse; Newest; Oldest; Most Viewed; Most Shared; Sermon. We are not fearful, but courageous. And God dwells among his people and, through his people, displays his glorious grace. But Paul goes further, later in this passage (and we shall consider this further in the coming weeks). Scripture: Ephesians 3:14–21. Paul "bows his knees before the Father in prayer, that you may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the length and width, height and depth [of God's love], and to know the Messiah's love that surpasses knowledge, so you may be filled with all the fullness of God.". Christ and his church are deeply and intimately one. Romans 1:1, Galatians 1:10, Philippians 1:1, Titus 1:1, etc. You are fixed to unbreakable love. SermonAudio.com - Ephesians 3 Sermons. We rest upon a steady love that surrounds us, making us durable and consistent. The glory Paul speaks of in verse 13 is reserved for believers. Sermon Ephesians 3:14-21 Grounded in Love Check out these helpful resources Biblical Commentary Sermons Children's Sermons Hymn Lists By Dr. Keith Wagner Ephesians 3:14-21 If you have been to Yosemite or Sequoia National Park you have enjoyed the beauty of … Click here to stream or download the sermon audio.. Ephesians 3:14–21 . 1. We ran back up to our room - no Pandy. How is it that Paul could continue in the faith knowing that a final imprisonment and execution faced him in Rome? This is the air you breath, your food and drink, the ground beneath your feet. Yet it is possible to grieve His Spirit by our sin (Eph. C. Each of us is called to sacrifice our priorities: ambition, comfort, security, safety, and life for the sake of Christ Jesus. It is important that we see that the call to Christ is the call to walk the way of the cross. It is not that we are lovely, but that he is loving. In fact, God goes out of His way to let you know several important things about His love. "When Pandy was young and a looker, Barbie loved her. Ephesians 3:19: Christ's Transcendent Love: E. Johnson, M. A. Ephesians 3:19: Different Capacities: Bowden. As we look forward we must remember that the weighty truths of verse 2 through to 13 are intended to prepare us for the Apostle Paul’s prayer (in verse 14 through to 21) for the church in Ephesus and, by extension, for believers everywhere. These two verses list seven attitudes that you need to personally have in order to walk in unity. It is a pure gift, given to the undeserving and the unlovable. BLESSED BE THE GOD AND FATHER OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST. In chapter 2 and the first half of chapter 3, Paul talked about the great transformation that God has wrought in their lives, from death to life (2:1-10)—and how Christians are no longer divided into Jew and Gentile, but are now one in Christ Jesus (2:11-22). The word for able describes focused effort that does not let up until the task is accomplished. Verses 2 through to 13 are, in effect, one prolonged digression and bridges the gap between the Apostle Paul’s celebration of the glory of the grace of God in the formation of the church and his subsequent prayer for that same church. T. Croskery . God is not just able to do beyond what we ask, but abundantly beyond. A Sermon on Ephesians 3:16 that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, (ESV) Read more How does God change our thinking? Just so, we who are His by faith in the Son of God are rooted in love, absorbing our life from the love of God. 116. Ephesians 1-3 reveal to Christians the riches we have in Jesus Christ. Ephesians 5:15-21 is about walking carefully. This glorification is “in the church and in Christ Jesus.” That is to say, it is within the company of believers in union with Christ that God is glorified. Ephesians 3:1-13. Follow Desiring God on Facebook. 5:25). We are not fixed on the shifting sands of lesser foundations. [Even though Pandy was more rag than doll, Barbie loved her with a love that made Pandy beautiful.] Select an option and chat directly with a member of our support team. Paul was a minister (servant) by God's grace. This blunt statement would, I imagine, be unsettling and even offensive were it not for Paul’s later encouragement in verse 13. Paul makes precisely this point when he writes of ‘the stewardship of God’s grace that was given to me for you’ (Ephesians 3:2). A. Ephesians 4:2-3. with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Ephesians 3:19: Christ's Love, Known and Unknown: G. Brooks. These two principles are foundational for all believers. The Unfathomable Riches of Christ for All Peoples, Above All Powers, Through the Church Missions Week. I personally believe that: Satan would rather have me witness than pray. John Piper Sep 29, 1985 10 Shares Sermon. Ephesians 3. Paul wants us to remember who we were before Christ radically intervened. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebul, how much more will they malign those of his household…”. The first is "rooted," which pictures you as a great tree, whose roots have penetrated deep into the rich soil of God's love. The only way to comprehend the nuances of God's love for you is "with all the saints." But for reasons that no one could ever quite figure out, in the way that kids sometimes do, my sister Barbie loved that little rag doll still. A. The Apostle Paul explained God’s love in this fashion: Ephesians 3:18NLT "And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is." You might as well ask people to like the taste of rotten bread or the sound of a mechanical drill" as to expect that God would find something lovable in us. So you can see this isn't the sentimental mush or physical buzz we often associate with love. All of us, with Paul, are called to be stewards of God’s grace and ambassadors for the sake of the gospel. The Paperback Bible presents the Bible by the Book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. A. The Apostle Paul[1] points us back to his earlier and great essay on the glory of the grace of God made manifest in the incorporation of Jews and Gentiles into one new man, the Church (Ephesians 2:15). The outcome of all of this is that we have become and are made into a holy temple in which God’s presence, goodness, power, mercy and grace is present and made manifest. Conversely, they (the church in Ephesus), he (the Apostle Paul) and we (believers, at every time and in every place) are but the objects of his great mercy and the recipients of his glorious grace. Scripture: Jeremiah 31:1-4, Ephesians 3:18. Sermon: Powerful Praying (Ephesians 3:14-21) Posted on November 10, 2008 by Brian Evans. The salvation of souls and the glorification of Christ Jesus is his highest aim. None of us are worthy to be God's servants, but God has not only saved us by grace, but he has chosen to use us by grace. When the seven days were almost completed, the Jews from Asia, seeing him in the temple, stirred up the whole crowd and laid hands on him, crying out, “Men of Israel, help! Instructions for Christian Households (). In other words, this is not for casual Christians. As we work our way, over the next four weeks, through this prolonged digression we will need to take care to both remember and look forward. I feel this way because God is the all-powerful God of the universe. Free shipping on books, Bibles, gifts, VBS and Church Supplies of $50 or more. Find Top Church Sermons, Illustrations, and Preaching Slides on Ephesians 3:20. Sermon – Ephesians 3:1-12 A Mystery. God is the great subject and his glorious grace is the great theme of this letter. The enthusiasm with which the Apostle speaks of preaching the Gospel to the heathen is contagious. When a man who is characteristically exacting in his language suddenly gets vague, we know we are dealing with something too deep for words. Exodus 20:1-21, Ephesians 3:14-21 I saw a cartoon somewhere picturing two Army trainees standing in front of a military chapel. The first insight is found in Luke’s account of Paul and Silas’ imprisonment in Philippi (Acts 16:23-40). What is important is Paul’s concern for the churches and that believers are not led to despair on account of his circumstances. So if you're a loner, you're not only weakening yourself, you're robbing other believers of your part in learning the heart of God for His own, and your missing out on that as well. 8 To me, though I am the very least of all the saints, this grace was given, to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, 9 and to bring to light for everyone what is the plan of the mystery hidden for ages in God who created all things, 10 so that through the church the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places. Such glorification is possible because the church is Christ’s body (Ephesians 1:23; 4:15-16; 5:30). How can we continue in the way of Christ knowing that suffering, trial and persecution is inevitable? There are three words that need to touch our minds and souls. It is noted, however, (and I am persuaded) that the letter contains an exceptional number of autobiographical references and details, chief among which stands Ephesians 3:1, 7-8 and 13 (see also Ephesians 1:1, 4:1, 6:19-20 and 6:21-22). But he does not complain or caution in what he writes. Chuck Smith :: Sermon Notes for Ephesians 3:16 ← Back to Chuck Smith's Bio & Resources. "THE RICHES OF HIS GLORY." 3 For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles— 2 Surely you have heard about the administration of God’s grace that was given to me for you, 3 that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly. A personal, 9-page letter written to his daughter in 1875 sold for $33,000 back in 1991. Historical background concerning the work in Ephesus can be found in Ac 18:19-28; 19:1-41; 20:17-38 B. Barbie's love for that doll, from Pandy's point of view, was nearly a fatal attraction. Spring beckons new life everywhere in my back yard but here on this skeletal tree. A. He is married to Leeanne and is the father of Joey and Craig. Oct 23, 1988. (From Rags to Riches, Part II) Ephesians 2:8-10 – By Grace You Have Been Saved (From Rags to Riches, Part III) Ephesians 2:11-12 – Remember When … Ephesians 2:13-17 – War and Peace; Ephesians 2:18-22 – Caution! So I ask you not to lose heart over what I am suffering for you, which is your glory. [6] Most other translations (NIV, NET, NKJV, etc.) 21 Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Your inner being is always at flood tide with rush of God's love for you. "There's something in all of us that cannot be naturally loved. In love He predestined us to be adopted through Jesus Christ for Himself, according to His favor and will, to the praise of His glorious grace that He favored us with in the Beloved. In the first century there was a necessary concern with creating a continuity of tradition and authority for the fledgling Christian church. 6 This mystery is that the Gentiles are fellow heirs, members of the same body, and partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel. Paul’s focus here is not on the grace of Apostleship or ministry, but on the grace of God embodied and proclaimed in the gospel. On the chapel bulletin board was the sermon topic for that Sunday. John Ortberg then makes this observation: "The measure of my sister's love for that doll was that she would travel all the way to a distant country to save her. I. Ephesians 3:7-8. There is a danger that we ignore the association between the two. 13 So I ask you not to lose heart over what I am suffering for you, which is your glory. Our roots draw up the love God has for us all the time. In Romans 2:4 Paul speaks of the riches of His goodness, forbearance and longsuffering. I pray, with the Apostle Paul, that God would pour out his grace by his Spirit and that he would use these next four weeks to prepare his people that we ‘may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God’ (Ephesians 3:19). 4 For he chose us in him, before the foundation of the world, to be holy and blameless in love before him. Here in Ephesians 3:16, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones expounds on the profound importance of the transformed inner man. In him you also are being built together into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit. Luke describes Paul’s return to Jerusalem and the subsequent imprisonment which would lead, firstly to Caesarea and then, eventually, Rome. a. God presented Him as a propitiation through faith in His blood, to demonstrate His righteousness, because in His restraint God passed over the sins previously committed." Verse 19 takes us to the edge when it speaks of knowing (lit., knowing through experience) "the Messiah's love that surpasses knowledge." Which is why the translators of the Bible in past generations did not use the word "love" to capture the meaning of "agape." He plumbed the depths of how much it cost God to express His heart for us in giving up His only Son. Ephesians 3:18, 19: Pulpit Commentary Homiletics. [email protected], Ephesians: His Glorious Grace – I, Paul (Ephesians 3:1-13). "THE RICHES OF HIS GLORY." The section closes with a doxology, giving glory to God (Ephesians 3:20-21). The Letter to the Ephesians, The Pillar New Testament Commentary (Grand Rapids, Mich.: W.B. Chuck Smith :: Sermon Notes for Ephesians 3:20 ← Back to Chuck Smith's Bio & Resources "HE IS ABLE" I. PAUL'S IMPOSSIBLE REQUESTS. In fact, to tell the truth, she was a mess. ", He wants you to grasp that His love for you is the starting place of your Christian life - 1 John 4:19 tells us the straight of it: "We love Him because He first loved us." Far More Than You Think. Chuck Smith :: Sermon Notes for Ephesians 1:3 ← Back to Chuck Smith's Bio & Resources. She loved her with a love that was too strong for Pandy's own good. For this reason I, Paul, a prisoner for Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles— assuming that you have heard of the stewardship of God’s grace that was given to me for you, how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, as I have written briefly. Paul wants us to remember and to see, feel and respond to the majesty of God displayed in the creation of the Church. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. The beatings hurt, the discomfort was uncomfortable and the pain was painful (consider, for example, the catalogue of Paul’s trials in 2 Corinthians 11:16-28). IN PRAYER . Scripture: Ephesians 3:8–10, Ephesians 3:20–21. Here in Ephesians 3:16, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones expounds on the profound importance of the transformed inner man. C. In Romans 11:33 he speaks of the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God. (Rom. CSB Holy Land Illustrated Bible (Hardcover), Discover the Hope You're Looking for In God's Word, by Lloyd Stilley on Wednesday, January 01, 2014 at 7:00 AM. Yes, Paul is imprisoned as a result of his ministry to Gentiles; he is in a cell on behalf of them. Paul sees lives transformed and Christ glorified in it and concludes that the trials, the tribulations, the beatings, the imprisonments and the immense danger facing him daily is all worth it. In 3:16, he referred to God’s power through His Spirit that strengthens us in the inner man. What exactly is this that we are rooted and grounded in? The term walk is found in Ephesians 4:1. 5:5, "God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us.". In his dignified British manner he replied, Madam, can you think of anything in your life that is big to God? As recipients of grace we are also custodians of grace. "For God loved the world in this way: He gave His One and Only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life." Chuck Smith :: Sermon Notes for Ephesians 3:16 ← Back to Chuck Smith's Bio & Resources. What Paul says next is an attempt to gather into words something profoundly personal. Now add the second verb. (John 3:16). We rest upon a steady love that surrounds us, making us durable and consistent. 14 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. On the chapel bulletin board was the sermon topic for that Sunday. We celebrate Epiphany on January 6 as that time when God came into the world as a man named Jesus. Verse 18 opens by asking that you "may be able to comprehend." This is surprising because Paul has used the preceding chapters and verses to ensure that God is seen to be as he is: at the centre of everything, everywhere and at every time. Ephesians 3:4 . Victor P. Furnish helpfully summarises the alternative positions, Anchor Yale Bible Dictionary, p. 541. But consider Paul’s explanation of all of this to Gentiles in Ephesus: Paul writes that it is for their sake that he is now imprisoned; Paul writes that it is because of them that he is chained to a wall. Paul is clear, God’s grace ‘was given to me for you‘ (verse 2). 1:4-6 tells us that He set His heart upon adopting you into His family before the world began: "[God the Father] chose us in Him (Christ), before the foundation of the world, to be holy and blameless in His sight. We are called to go, we are called to tell and we are called to live out the gospel implications daily in our lives. Ephesians 3:3 that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly. In Romans 2:4 Paul speaks of the riches of His goodness, forbearance and longsuffering. Paul begins by drawing our attention to his present situation, he is a prisoner. For example, He wants you to know that He has loved you for a very long time - Eph. This is why the qualification in verse 2 is so important, assuming that you have heard of the stewardship of God’s grace that was given to me for you. No other option was thinkable. Ephesians 3:1. This is perhaps the most basic spiritual fact about your life as a believer in Christ this morning: You are loved by God. She loved her with a love that was too strong for Pandy's own good. Ephesians 3:14 ... for this reason I bow my knees before the Father, ... "You must love in order to understand love One act of charity will teach us more of the love of God than a thousand sermons." "Agape" is the love-word for absolute, un-self-centered, brutal sacrifice. 3 For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles— 2 Surely you have heard about the administration of God’s grace that was given to me for you, 3 that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly. Grace, humility and the gospel go hand-in-hand and cannot be separated. 2, p. 539-541 & E. Arnold, Clinton, ‘Epistle to the Ephesians’ in Hawthorne, Gerald F., Ralph P. Martin and Daniel G. Reid (eds. Find answers to some of the more asked questions. 1-3 – How to Walk in Unity with Other Christians. Ephesians 3:14-21: Pulpit Commentary Homiletics "the Family In Heaven And In Earth." 7 Of this gospel I was made a minister according to the gift of God’s grace, which was given me by the working of his power. The Paperback Bible presents the Bible by the Book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. The second unusual thing about this passage is the way in which Paul suddenly moves himself towards the centre of the picture. Paul’s point is that the grace poured out upon him is not for his benefit only. Satan would rather have me study my Bible than pray. Ephesians 3:14-21. In Romans 9:23 The riches of His glory, on His vessels of mercy. How Can We Be Clothed with Power? Moreover, he even brought Greeks into the temple and has defiled this holy place.”. It is true that Paul will elsewhere introduce himself as a slave (or bondservant) of Christ Jesus (e.g. When Barbie had lunch, Pandy ate beside her at the table. These are the notes of a sermon preached by Andy Evans on the morning of the 25 July 2010 at Firwood Church. He is paying for his allegiance to our Lord. This is far different from biblical Christianity, which assumes that God plays no favorites in delivering revelation but has given to all of His people all that they need for life and godliness in the Scriptures. Again, this is a really important observation. Scripture Ephesians 3 Sort Bible Verse. […] I, Paul, a prisoner for Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles. 14 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom every family [] in heaven and on earth derives its name. John Piper Mar 22, 1981 66 Shares Sermon. We don't use that word much these days, except to refer to those whose life and circumstances have made them indigent. Introduction (Ephesians 3:14-15) B. (I John 4:10). I pray that, as we unpack the deep and profound truths of this passage, the Spirit of God would awaken us in order that we might receive all that Paul prays for us: strength, love, power and all surpassing revelation of Christ  Jesus. As it is written: Because of You we are being put to death all day long; we are counted as sheep to be slaughtered. He wants you to recognize that His love is worked into every crevice of your being - Rom. For more information, see our Privacy Policy. Ephesians 3:16-17a Christ does not wait for us to be perfect before He takes up residence within us, and for that we can rejoice. 3:1-13 (ESV) For this reason I, Paul, a prisoner for Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles- [2] assuming that you have heard of the stewardship of God’s grace that was given to me for you, [3] how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, as I have written briefly. Sometimes there is a tendency to distance God from the difficult circumstances in our lives. For those of us who do believe, however, we are the fruit of Paul’s ministry and it is this kingdom advance which makes the suffering and imprisonment purposeful, meaningful and worthwhile. Paul wants us to see this and to marvel at the glorious grace of God at work towards us and at work within us. Grand Rapids, Mich.: Baker Academic, 2007), p. 2-61. The flash-point is Paul’s association with the Gentiles and the belief that Paul’s proclamation of the gospel in places like Ephesus to men and women like you and I (i.e. ), To be loved by God is an act of charity toward beggars and rebels. I want to shine a light on the amazing love of God for us. Epiphany is that sudden awe inspiring feeling we get when we come into the presence of God. Ephesians 5:1-6 is about walking in love. "Agape" is decision love. T. Croskery . We are not dead tumbleweeds, tossed about by whatever prevailing wind comes along. This calls for study and prayer, for lingering meditation and communion with God's Spirit and fasting. Making Known the Manifold Wisdom of God Through Prison and Prayer. Browse Sermons on Ephesians 3:20. "I don't want charity," we might say when receiving what we did not earn and cannot pay back. When Barbie went to bed at night, Pandy lay next to her. "Once we took a vacation from our home in Rockford, Illinois, to Canada. (2). BLESSED BE THE GOD AND FATHER OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST. 8:35-39). That is, it is love that is fixed, not in fleeting emotions or in the passion of the moment, but in the will. For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will have the power to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord!" Ever try to do that, to talk about something that goes beyond words? New Testament Commentary, Exposition Of Ephesians, William Hendriksen, Baker Book House, pp. We ran downstairs and found the laundry room - Pandy was there, wrapped up in the sheets about to be washed to death. I have a tree in my back yard which has been noticeably shifted by Hurricane Ivan, its root snapped beneath the ground. The good news of the gospel is not that we get to go to church, but that he makes us to be the church. Paul stood with an unshakable confidence that he was precisely where the Lord of the Universe had called him to be. Sermon Ephesians 3:14-21 Grounded in Love Check out these helpful resources Biblical Commentary Sermons Children's Sermons Hymn Lists By Dr. Keith Wagner Ephesians 3:14-21 If you have been to Yosemite or Sequoia National Park you have enjoyed the beauty of … And it was all a gift, a gratuitous and free act of charity for we, the lost. Don't miss this massive, unchangeable fact: You are thoroughly loved by God. Ephesians 3:3 that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly. In all of this we are reminded that the Gospel is outrageously controversial and divisive. Paul understands that he is imprisoned because of the gospel of Christ Jesus. January 10, 2016. From your heart, would you sing the truth: "Oh How He Loves You and Me.". One thing that Jesus constantly declared was that God was His Father. It passeth the knowledge of natural and unloving men. (Adapted from C. S. Lewis, The Four Loves, p. Reid, ‘Prison, Prisoner’ in Dictionary of Paul and his Letters, p. 753. One thing that Jesus constantly declared was that God was His Father. The stocks were, in effect, a device of torture in which the legs were painfully stretched. The Purpose of Suffering – for you Gentiles, For this reason I, Paul, a prisoner for Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles— assuming that you have heard of the stewardship of God’s grace that was given to me for you. 11 This was according to the eternal purpose that he has realized in Christ Jesus our Lord, 12 in whom we have boldness and access with confidence through our faith in him. If you have a letter from Mark Twain in your attic, it could be worth a lot of money. How Can We Be Clothed with Power? The apostle often refers to his prison-life, and here presents himself to the Churches as "an ambassador in bonds" (Ephesians 6:20). Sep 29, 1985. 1. The cause that beckons forth "agape" is never found in the object of love. John Piper Oct 24, 2004 75 Shares Message. You and I were saved by the sheer grace and mercy of God demonstrated and extended in and through the gospel of Christ Jesus. He also wants you to know that nothing can ever cause His love for you to cease. Ephesians 4:4-6 – 7 Characteristics that Unify the … New International Version Update. What was the secret of this exultation in the Gospel and in his commission to make the Gospel known to all mankind? 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