More Than Pastors: The Church’s Incomplete Leadership (Eph. 2:19-22)

More Than Pastors: The Church’s Incomplete Leadership: In Ephesians 2:19-22, the apostle Paul speaks of a foundation divinely laid for the church, with Jesus Christ as the cornerstone and the apostles and prophets as integral to its structure. This foundation, intended to build us together into a dwelling place for God through the Spirit, prompts a critical question: Does this structure still apply today? This message explores the ongoing relevance of these foundational roles, examining scriptural precedents and challenging contemporary perspectives.

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Deliverance from the Tyranny of Church-Trauma (Eph. 2:18)

Deliverance from the Tyranny of Church Trauma: In John 15.4 Jesus calls us to “abide in the vine” and makes the observation that if we DON’T abide in the vine MEN will gather us and cast us into the fire (John 15:6). This is not talking about end-time judgment but about the fact that if […]

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Spiritual But Not Religious? Learning from the Past

“Spiritual but Not Religious” is nothing new. What can we learn from the past? Let’s examine the legacy of a man named Sebastian Franck. While his emphasis on the “inner Word” resonates with many today, especially those who identify as “spiritual but not religious,” his story also offers a cautionary note. The “spiritual but not […]

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Unvarnished Truth: When Jesus Calls Believers to Repent (Eph. 2:8)

Unvarnished Truth: When Jesus Calls Believers to Repent – It’s easy for words found in scripture to lose their meaning and impact in our daily lives. Terms like “righteousness,” “sanctification,” “redemption,” and even “faith” can become commonplace. We might read verses like John 3:16 and focus more on their emotional encouragement than on their instructional […]

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The Dangerous Lie of Going It Alone in Your Faith (Eph. 2:6)

The Dangerous Lie of Solo Spirituality – In Ephesians 2:6, Paul makes a declaration that God has “raised us up together and made us to sit together in heavenly places in Christ.” One thing we overlook in this passage is the “US” component. Sometimes we just apply these things to ourselves individually and wonder why our […]

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Dethroning Satan and Unleashing Your Authority in Christ (Eph. 2:2)

Ephesians 2:2 – Dethroning Satan and Unleashing Your Authority in Christ: Today, we’re embarking on a profound exploration of a vital spiritual truth woven throughout Scripture. We’ll be examining the identity and influence of Satan, but more importantly, we will uncover the incredible power and authority available to you as a believer in Jesus Christ. […]

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Paul’s Prayer: The Holy Spirit Secret Weapon You Are Ignoring (Eph. 1:17)

Paul’s Prayer: The Holy Spirit’s Secret Weapon You Are Ignoring: The Apostle Paul, an extraordinary prayer warrior, consistently demonstrated the integral role of prayer in his life and ministry. While the exact count varies, many sources indicate that Paul’s prayers are mentioned dozens of times throughout his epistles, with some resources listing between 32 and […]

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Modern Day Wizards and Sorcerers in the Church

The Difference Between Apostles and Prophets? (or, when prophets become wizards and apostles become sorcerers) The prophetic movement is in shambles today. The apostolic movement has diminished almost to extinction, with mostly pretenders to the office asserting themselves in unwholesome ways over the people of God, yet possessing none of the power or maturity this […]

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