Diligent study of the Scriptures is meaningless unless you reach your own end and go to Christ for life. Sermon Outline: I. The search that misses the mark (v. 39a).II. The Christ who is life (v. 39b-40).

The sin of partiality is a denial of your faith in the glorious Lord Jesus Christ and is altogether foolish. Sermon Outline: I. The exhortation to refrain from the sin of partiality (v. 1). II. An illustration to convict of the sin of partiality (v. 2-3).III. The reasons to reject the sin of partiality (v. 4-9).

Paul's benediction reminds you that God's grace is the origin of all good, namely, Jesus who Himself is your peace. Sermon Outline: I. The blessing of peace to the brothers (v. 23).II. The blessing of grace to all who love Christ (v. 24).

Despite your own trials and afflictions, be concerned about the knowledge, peace, and encouragement of the church and her members. Sermon Outline: I. Paul's commendation of Tychicus (v. 21a).II. Paul's communication through Tychicus (v. 21b).III. The Ephesians' comfort by Tychicus (v. 22).

Though an Apostle of Christ Jesus, Paul models the need and solicitation of prayer for his high calling in Christ. Sermon Outline: I. Paul's need (v. 19a). II. Paul's request v. 19b).III. Paul's burden (v. 20).

To survive your warfare against the powers of darkness, you must be prompt and persevering in Spirit-led prayer. Sermon Outline: I. The TIMING of prayer: in all seasons.II. The THEME of prayer: in the Spirit.III. The TYPES of prayer: with all prayer and supplication.IV. The TENACITY of prayer: with all perseverance. V. The TOPIC of prayer: for all the saints.

God's Word is likened to the sword, inspired and empowered by the Holy Spirit for your spiritual battle.. Sermon Outline: I. The Holy Spirit's inspiration of the Word. II. The Holy Spirit's role with the Word. III. The Holy Spirit's usage of the Word.

The helmet of salvation is your hope in God, that through faith and patience you will inherit His promises. Sermon Outline: I. The enemy of your hope of salvation.II. The source of your hope of salvation.III. The characteristics of your hope of salvation.

The shield of faith in your spiritual battle is trusting God in His promises, even as you resist Satan's temptations. Sermon Outline: I. The exhortation to faith in Jesus Christ (v. 16a).II. The opposition to faith in Jesus Christ (v. 16b).