Ephesians Part 7
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Ephesians Part 7
Colin preached this message at Word of Grace on Aug 9th 2026.
Living Worthy of Your Calling: Unity, Maturity, and Purpose in Christ
“Therefore I, the prisoner in the Lord, urge you to walk worthy of the calling you have received.” — Ephesians 4:1
As we begin the fourth chapter of Ephesians, the apostle Paul makes a remarkable transition. The first three chapters are filled with the incredible blessings God has freely given us in Christ—our identity, salvation, adoption, redemption, and every spiritual blessing. But chapter four shifts the focus from what God has done for us to how we should now live in response.
Grace is never meant to leave us unchanged. Those who have been called by God are invited to live lives that reflect the greatness of that calling.
Walk Worthy of Your Calling
Paul urges believers to “walk worthy” of the calling they have received. The word worthy carries the idea of balance or equal weight. God has lavished immeasurable blessings upon us through Christ, and our lives should now reflect the weight of those blessings.
Imagine a child who has been rescued from poverty, adopted into a loving family, clothed, fed, educated, and given an inheritance—yet continues to live like a beggar on the streets. That would contradict his new identity.
In the same way, God has brought us into His family and given us a new identity. We are no longer defined by our old life. We are called to live as sons and daughters of God.
Unity Is the Mark of the Church
Ephesians – Part 6
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Ephesians Part 6
Andrew preached this message at Word of Grace on Aug 2nd 2026.
Lessons from Ephesians 3:14–21
When we think about prayer, our minds often go to asking God for help—healing, provision, guidance, or solutions to life’s challenges. While these are good and necessary prayers, the Apostle Paul gives us a glimpse into something even deeper in Ephesians 3:14–21.
His prayer isn’t primarily about changing circumstances. It’s about God transforming people.
A Prayer Rooted in the Gospel
Paul begins by saying,
“For this reason I kneel before the Father…”
What is “this reason”?
It’s everything Paul has been building up throughout the first three chapters of Ephesians. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, those who were once far from God have been brought near. Jews and Gentiles have become one family. The same resurrection power that raised Christ from the dead is now at work bringing people into God’s family.
Our confidence in prayer doesn’t come from using the right words or having a particular style of praying. It comes from knowing who our Father is—a loving Father who knows what’s best, hears His children, corrects them wisely, and provides generously.
Paul’s First Request: Strength for the Inner Person
Paul’s first petition is surprising:
“I pray that… He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being.”
Why does Paul pray for power?
Ephesians – Part 5
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Colin preached this message at Word of Grace on July 26th, 2026.
From Far Away to God’s Dwelling Place
Ephesians 2:11–22
Have you ever paused to think about where God found you?
It’s easy to focus on where we are today, but the Apostle Paul intentionally asks believers to look back—not to dwell on the past, but to appreciate the incredible grace that transformed it.
In Ephesians 2:11–22, Paul reminds the Gentile believers of their former condition and then paints a beautiful picture of what God has accomplished through Jesus Christ. This passage takes us on an extraordinary journey—from being far away from God to becoming His very dwelling place.
Remember Where You Came From
Paul begins with an important instruction: “Remember.” Before Christ, the Gentiles were:
Without Christ
Excluded from God’s covenant people
Strangers to God’s promises
Without hope
Without God in the world
Spiritually speaking, they were outsiders.
Eden on Our Streets
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Eden on Our Streets: Living Heaven’s Culture in a Broken World
Kavitha E preached this message at Word of Grace on July 19th, 2026.
Eden on Our Streets: Living Heaven’s Culture in a Broken World
“Your kingdom come. Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.” — Matthew 6:10
What if the Garden of Eden wasn’t merely a distant memory from Genesis but God’s ongoing vision for every neighborhood, workplace, family, and city?
This profound truth was the heartbeat of a message that reminded us of God’s unchanging desire—to establish His Kingdom wherever His people live.
Church: More Than a Gathering
The message began with a beautiful reflection on the early church. A recent visit to the ancient cave churches of Cappadocia, Turkey, served as a powerful reminder that the Church was never defined by magnificent buildings or large crowds. Hidden in caves, believers gathered in small communities, teaching God’s Word through paintings because many could not read. Their lives testified that the Church is simply God’s people faithfully living together.
The Church has always been about people—not programs, numbers, or buildings. Wherever believers gather to love God, encourage one another, and live out His Kingdom, the Church is alive.
Ephesians – Part 4
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For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith… it is the gift of God.” — Ephesians 2:8
The book of Ephesians is one of the most profound letters in the New Testament. It was written by the Apostle Paul to a church he had personally discipled for nearly two years. These believers had received the Holy Spirit, endured persecution, and remained faithful in a culture overflowing with idol worship and competing philosophies.
Before arriving at Ephesians 2, Paul prayed that the believers would know three incredible realities: the hope of their calling, the riches of God’s inheritance in His people, and the immeasurable greatness of His power. Now, having lifted their eyes to God’s glory, Paul turns our attention to something far less glorious—our own condition apart from Christ.
At first glance, this passage may appear to be about humanity’s sinfulness. But at its heart, Ephesians 2:1-10 is a breathtaking portrait of God’s grace. It reveals not only where we were, but what God has done to rescue us.
Let’s walk through the four stages of this beautiful story.
Baby Dedication: More Than a Ceremony—A Parent’s Commitment to Raise a Child for God
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Baby Dedication: More Than a Ceremony—A Parent’s Commitment to Raise a Child for God
“Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from Him.” — Psalm 127:3
A baby’s dedication is one of the most joyful moments in the life of a Christian family. It is filled with smiles, photographs, and heartfelt prayers. But beyond the celebration lies a much deeper spiritual significance.
Recently, during the dedication of baby Zachariah, an important question was asked:
What exactly is baby dedication, and why do Christians practice it?
The answer takes us back to one unchanging foundation—the Word of God.
Ephesians – Part 3
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SALUTATION
This letter, as we heard last Sunday, does not address any problems, unlike the letters to the Romans, Galatians, and Colossians. The overall theme of this letter is for everyone to grasp the big picture of who God is, what He has done, and what He requires of us as followers of Christ.
As we know, in the Greeco-Roman world, people began their letters by stating who was writing and to whom.
A FUNCTION, NOT A TITLE
You don’t wear your calling — you live it.
We know that Paul is the author of this letter. Notice he does not say “Apostle Paul”-today, people use the words “Apostle,” “Pastor,” etc., as titles prefixed to their names, just like “Dr.” These are not titles but functions. How many of us would go around with the titles Cleaner Paul, DLP Paul, Announcements Paul?
WRITTEN IN A CONFUSED CITY, FOR A CONFUSED WORLDV.2
Grace & peace, a common salutation Paul uses, combining the Jewish and Roman greetings.
This letter was written from prison in Rome around 60-62AD. We know that Paul stayed in Ephesus for 3 years. Towards the end of his stay, there was a revival, and a riot broke out, and Paul had to leave the city.
Ephesus was known for its worship of Diana (her Roman name) and Artemis (her Greek name). Men became eunuchs, dressed as women, and worshipped her. So, there was a lot of confusion amid the revival.
So we see Paul straddle the Greeco- Roman world, and the Jewish world. And then there is us as well!
While the Bible is not written TO us, it is written FOR us, which is what makes it relevant and eternal.
And Paul is writing this letter as a plumbline for understanding your identity and calling in Christ, your understanding of salvation and God’s big plan for the church on the earth, and, finally, how we ought to live in view of this great God and the great calling upon our lives.
The Greatest Call Upon Your Life
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SALUTATION
This letter, as we heard last Sunday, does not address any problems, unlike the letters to the Romans, Galatians, and Colossians. The overall theme of this letter is for everyone to grasp the big picture of who God is, what He has done, and what He requires of us as followers of Christ.
As we know, in the Greeco-Roman world, people began their letters by stating who was writing and to whom.
A FUNCTION, NOT A TITLE
You don’t wear your calling — you live it.
We know that Paul is the author of this letter. Notice he does not say “Apostle Paul”-today, people use the words “Apostle,” “Pastor,” etc., as titles prefixed to their names, just like “Dr.” These are not titles but functions. How many of us would go around with the titles Cleaner Paul, DLP Paul, Announcements Paul?
WRITTEN IN A CONFUSED CITY, FOR A CONFUSED WORLDV.2
Grace & peace, a common salutation Paul uses, combining the Jewish and Roman greetings.
This letter was written from prison in Rome around 60-62AD. We know that Paul stayed in Ephesus for 3 years. Towards the end of his stay, there was a revival, and a riot broke out, and Paul had to leave the city.
Ephesus was known for its worship of Diana (her Roman name) and Artemis (her Greek name). Men became eunuchs, dressed as women, and worshipped her. So, there was a lot of confusion amid the revival.
So we see Paul straddle the Greeco- Roman world, and the Jewish world. And then there is us as well!
While the Bible is not written TO us, it is written FOR us, which is what makes it relevant and eternal.
And Paul is writing this letter as a plumbline for understanding your identity and calling in Christ, your understanding of salvation and God’s big plan for the church on the earth, and, finally, how we ought to live in view of this great God and the great calling upon our lives.
Ephesians Part 1 – Overview
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Understanding the Book of Ephesians
Imagine receiving a message between two people—John and Mary. Before understanding the message itself, you would first ask: Who are they? What is their relationship? Where are they writing from?
In the same way, to truly understand the book of Ephesians, we must first understand its context—who wrote it, where it was written, and who it was written to.
The book of Ephesians is not just a letter; it is one of the most profound revelations of God’s eternal plan for humanity.
The Author and the Setting
The letter to the Ephesians was written by the Apostle Paul around AD 62 while he was under house arrest in Rome. Chained to a Roman soldier, Paul could have focused on his suffering—but instead, he wrote one of the most powerful letters in the New Testament.
Rather than correcting wrong teachings (as he did in other letters), Paul writes Ephesians to reveal God’s grand and eternal purpose.
The City of Ephesus
The Lord Alone is God
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THE LORD ALONE IS GOD
Remembering God in a Forgetful World: Breaking Idols and Embracing Grace
In a world full of noise, distractions, and uncertainty, one question quietly echoes across generations: Who is God to us—really?
We live in times that feel overwhelming. News cycles are filled with conflict, suffering, and instability. It’s easy to wonder, like many have before us: Is God truly in control? Is He reigning? These are not new questions. They have been asked in every generation, and yet the answer remains unchanged—there is no God like Him.
Give to Gain : Hagar the Unseen Woman
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Seen, Heard, and Held: The Story of Hagar
We are in a series exploring women from the Bible, and today we turn to a surprising and often overlooked figure—Hagar.
She has been called many things: a problem, a mistake, a consequence of poor decisions. Her story is wrapped in pain, rejection, and injustice. A slave. A foreigner. A woman used and discarded. And yet, hers is one of the most powerful encounters with God in all of Scripture.
Hagar becomes the first person—not just the first woman—to whom the Angel of the Lord appears.
Her story unfolds in three defining stages: The Crisis, The Contempt, and The Crossroad.
1. The Crisis
Hagar enters the biblical narrative in the middle of a deeply human struggle—a crisis of faith, infertility, and moral compromise.
Sarai, unable to bear children, turns to a culturally accepted but spiritually misguided solution. Instead of trusting God’s promise, she leans on human reasoning. She gives Hagar, her servant, to Abram in an attempt to produce the promised child.
This wasn’t just a decision—it was a reflection of misplaced trust.
Sarai knew about God, but in that moment, she didn’t trust His nature.
How often do we do the same?
When life feels delayed or uncertain, we’re tempted to look for quick solutions:
Overworking
Endless scrolling
Emotional escapes
Seeking validation from the wrong places
Give to Gain : The Esther Challenge
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Disruptive Faith: The Esther Challenge
We often imagine faith as quiet, agreeable, and polite.
Many of us were taught that faith means patience, endurance, and submission. And yes—faith often requires endurance.
But Scripture also shows something uncomfortable:
Sometimes faith disrupts.
Faith can look like:
· Refusing what dehumanises
· Risking what feels safe
· Reforming what culture calls normal
When Jesus announced the Kingdom of God, His message disrupted systems, challenged injustice, and brought those on the margins—especially women—into the centre of God’s story.
The Book of Esther begins with exactly this kind of disruption.
Not with a miracle.
Not with prophecy.
But with a woman who says no.
And that refusal sets redemption in motion.
Vashti: The Courage to Refuse
In Esther 1, King Xerxes commands Queen Vashti to appear before a drunken gathering of nobles to display her beauty.
She refuses.
For centuries, Vashti was often portrayed as rebellious or disobedient. But a closer reading shows something different. She is the only person in that chapter who preserves dignity.
Her refusal comes at a cost:
· She loses her crown
· She loses her position
· She disappears from the story