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Vision: Father-Willed, Christ-Compelled, Spirit-Led
Mission: To Make Disciples
Mission: To Make Disciples
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Ephesians concludes with a sobering truth: our real battle isn’t against people, but against spiritual forces of darkness. The armor of God isn’t symbolic—it’s the essential gear every believer needs to stand firm. We fight not in our own strength, but in the Lord’s resurrection power. Each piece of armor matters: truth keeps us steady, righteousness protects our hearts, the gospel of peace gives us firm footing, faith shields us, salvation guards our minds, and God’s Word becomes our weapon. Even Paul asked for prayer to speak boldly—proof that none of us fight alone. This passage reframes church, Scripture, and prayer as spiritual training grounds, shaping us into warriors who know how to wield the weapons God has given.
This sermon on Ephesians 6:1–9 highlights God’s design for Christian households, built on two pillars: order and discipline. Order involves submission, love, and obedience within the family, while discipline includes correction and instruction in the Lord. From creation to the New Testament, Scripture shows that the family is the foundation of society. The message outlines the roles of children, parents, and even household workers in forming a God-honoring home. Ultimately, it reminds us that true freedom comes from living as servants of Christ, rejecting the world’s disorder and embracing God’s design that leads to life and blessing.
Ephesians 5:22–33 teaches that marriage is meant to reflect Christ and the church—a divine mission, not just a human relationship. Submission is not subjugation but willingly supporting a shared purpose. Wives mirror Christ’s submission to the Father, and husbands reflect His sacrificial love through everyday service. Our marriages exist to display God’s image and glory, and we can only live this out through the Holy Spirit as we humble ourselves and let Him work through us.
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