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Ephesians 6:10-24

We conclude our journey through the book of Ephesians by wrapping up our exploration of the Armor of God. How do we stand firm in the face of life’s circumstances? How do we defend ourselves against the attacks of the enemy?

Ephesians 6:10-24

Have you ever found yourself unprepared? Paul closes his letter to the church in Ephesus with an exhortation to be prepared, standing firm against the schemes of the enemy by putting on the armor of God. This week, we explore the significance of these pieces of armor and what they represent in our lives of faith.

Ephesians 5:21-33; 6:1-9

This week, we explore the passage in Ephesians about submission, slavery, and patriarchy. If there was any passage in the New Testament that looks like a walking red flag, this is it. But what might we find if we look past the surface? Is there a way of understanding this text within its context that helps breathe life into our lives today?

Ephesians 4:25, 29-31; 5:6

In 2016, Christian alternative band King's Kaleidoscope released a song that stirred up controversy among Christians, leaving fans divided. On the song "A Prayer," the F-word was used two times. Christians were outraged and it sparked an interesting conversation in the church about language. Is cussing a sin? What does Scripture say about profanity? Or on a deeper level, what kind of language should followers of Jesus use or not use? This week, we explore the power of our words and how God calls us to use them.

Ephesians 4:26-27

Anger is a something we all experience, yet rarely talk about. Especially in the church. We think that Christians aren't supposed to get angry, so we end up suppressing our anger in the name of Jesus. But anger untreated, almost always causes us to make a mess in our lives, leaving a trail of destruction and casualties along the way. How do we deal with anger in a healthy, mature, and Christlike way? This week, we explore what Scripture has to say about anger.

Ephesians 4:17-32, 5:1-20

As we walk through life, how often do we find ourselves reverting back to our old selves, living as who we were before we were made new in Christ? In today's passage, Paul exhorts us no longer walk in our former identity, caught up in the ways of the world. But how do we put on the new self? How do we allow resurrection life to flow through us?

Ephesians 4:11-16

When we think of the word “ministry,” we tend to think of it as something reserved only for those work in the church. We see the calling of pastors, missionaries, and worship leaders, as more sacred and holy than the calling of baristas, coders, and artists. But all of it is sacred and holy to God. Ministry is the birthright of the entire body of Christ, which includes all of God’s people. And we’re all called to participate in it. This week, we explore the fivefold gifts, as we learn about the different ways we can express the ministry of Jesus in our lives.

Ephesians 4:1-16

How do we grow up in faith? How do we mature into Christlikeness? In today’s passage, Paul drives home the point that you can’t be spiritually mature alone. God’s answer for our immaturity is the body of Christ. But how do we cultivate spiritual friendships that help us grow? This week, we talk about the types of friendships we need in order to mature.