Sermons on Ephesians

The Abolished Law

In this sermon, Pastor Tim considers the verses in the New Testament which say the law has been abolished. These verses introduce a tension with Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:17. This tension is resolved by considering the Bible’s own distinctions within the law between laws of morality and laws of ceremony. As such, this sermon teaches and defends the reformed distinctions of moral and ceremonial law. Passage: Ephesians 2:15

Christian Ministry: In the World

This is part five of a 5-part series on Christian ministry. In this sermon, we consider service to God in the world and the exhortation to stand firm, to pray, and to boldly proclaim the gospel of peace. Here is a needed message today that compels us to go, stand, and speak in service to Christ. Passage: Ephesians 6:10-20

Christian Ministry: At Work

This is part four of a 5-part series on Christian ministry. Ministry is people serving people, led by the word and Spirit, to behold Christ and become like him. This must happen in our vocations. In this sermon, we consider service to God in our vocations and explore the Christian ethic of work and our call to faithfulness. Passage: Ephesians 6:5-9

Christian Ministry: At Church

This is part three of a 5-part series on Christian ministry. Ministry is people serving people, led by the word and Spirit, to behold Christ and become like him. This must happen in the church. In this sermon, we consider the unity of the body in all its parts and the need for women’s and men’s ministry in the church and what that looks like. Passage: Ephesians 4:1-6; 11-16

Christian Ministry: At Home

This is part two of a 5-part series on Christian ministry. Ministry is people serving people, led by the word and Spirit, to behold Christ and become like him. This must happen in our homes. In this sermon, we consider the primacy of ministry in the home and practical wisdom for our roles and activities in service to Christ. Passage: Ephesians 5:22-6:4

Christian Ministry: The Foundation

This is part one of a 5-part series on Christian ministry. Here we consider the foundation principles that define ministry and its focus. Too often we are pulled away to lesser things. Here is a call to see ministry as people serving people, led by the word and Spirit, to behold Christ and become like him. Passage: Ephesians 4:11-16