Sermons on Ephesians

Our Wealth in Christ (Part 4) – Understanding Our Spiritual Wealth in Christ Through Paul’s Prayer

Pastor Tim Travis, focusing on Ephesians 1:15-23, delves into the first three chapters of Ephesians, which the pastor explains are concerned with the spiritual riches believers possess in Christ, as opposed to the latter chapters that address their practical Christian walk. Travis highlights the Apostle Paul’s prayer for the Ephesian believers, emphasizing that Paul’s concern was their spiritual understanding…

Our Wealth in Christ (Part 3) – The Blessings of the Holy Spirit

Pastor Tim Travis centers on the blessings bestowed upon believers by the Holy Spirit, as found in Ephesians 1:12-14. Following previous discussions on the roles of God the Father (election, predestination, acceptance) and God the Son (redemption through His blood), Pastor Travis now highlights the Spirit’s work in salvation. He emphasizes two key aspects: the Holy Spirit…

Our Wealth in Christ (Part 2)

Pastor Tim Travis teaches on Ephesians 1:7-14 as he meticulously unpacks the spiritual wealth believers possess through Jesus Christ. Pastor Travis divides this “wealth” into key blessings stemming from God the Son, following a prior discussion on God the Father’s role. Travis highlights redemption through Christ’s blood, explaining its multifaceted meaning as a purchase from the slave…

Our Wealth in Christ – A Study of Ephesians (Part 1)

Pastor Tim Travis introduces our study of the book of Ephesians, specifically focusing on Ephesians 1:1-6 and 11-12. Pastor Travis begins by situating the letter within its historical context, noting Paul’s authorship during his first Roman imprisonment and the significance of Ephesus as a city. Travis then introduces the overarching structure of Ephesians, dividing it into…

Christian Characteristics (Part 3) – Anger Management

Pastor Tim Travis focuses on anger management within a Christian context, using Ephesians 4:26 as a springboard. Pastor Travis argues that anger itself is not inherently sinful but becomes so if improperly handled, emphasizing the importance of discerning between righteous and unrighteous anger. Travis then offers practical guidance on identifying the root causes of anger,…

The Moral Attributes of God (Part 4) – Mercy and Grace

Pastor Tim Travis looks at Ephesians 2:4-10 as he focuses on two key attributes of God: mercy and grace. Pastor Travis begins by establishing the importance of understanding God’s character and how knowing Him leads to greater love and encouragement. He then contrasts God’s mercy and grace with the harshness of other so called deities,…

The Attributes of God (Part 3)

Pastor Tim Travis looks at the attribute of God’s omnipotence, meaning His infinite and irresistible power. Pastor Travis explores God’s power as seen in creation, His dealings with mankind and Satan, and emphasizes that God’s power is limitless, eternal, and inexhaustible. He then explores the practical implications of this concept for believers, urging them to…