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Ephesians


THE BELIEVER STANDS!
EPHESIANS 6:14-15: “Stand, therefore, with truth like a belt around your waist, righteousness like armor on your chest, and your feet sandaled with readiness for the gospel of peace.” OBSERVATION: What does a believer do when angry people storm the … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 64 min read


WHY AM I HERE? WHAT SHOULD I DO NEXT?
EPHESIANS 2:8-10: “For you are saved by grace through faith, and this is not from yourselves; it is God’s gift, not from works, so that no one can boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 14 min read


HELP ME SEE JESUS!
EPHESIANS 1:17-19: “I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, would give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jun 304 min read


WILL I BE ABLE TO STAND!
Ephesians 6:10-14: “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 7, 20243 min read


FOLLOW THE SCIENCE?
EPHESIANS 2:1-3: “Once you were dead because of your disobedience and your many sins. You used to live in sin, just like the rest of the world, obeying the devil—the commander of the powers in the unseen world. He is … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 1, 20244 min read


AM I A STRONG CHRISTIAN? (Or am I just faking it?)
EPHESIANS 6:10: “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might.” Ephesians 6:10 OBSERVATION: Am I a strong Christian? Is my trust in Christ unwavering? Do I find myself getting up each day with an increased … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 14, 20234 min read


WHO NEEDS THE CHURCH? (How often do I go to church?)
EPHESIANS 1:22: “And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and made Him head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.” NASB OBSERVATION: Who needs the … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 7, 20234 min read


THE GIFT OF POWER (An Advent Reflection)
EPHESIANS 3:20-21: “Now to him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think according to the power that works in us — to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Dec 17, 20224 min read


THE POWER OF GRACE – “AMAZING GRACE!”
EPHESIANS 2:4-7: “But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Aug 12, 20225 min read


IS YOUR CHURCH BATTLE READY?
EPHESIANS 6:10-13: “A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. For we are not … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Aug 28, 20215 min read


BE CAREFUL HOW YOU LIVE!
EPHESIANS5:12-20. “So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do. Don’t … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Aug 27, 20214 min read


STORM PROOF PRAYER
EPHESIANS 3:20-21: “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Aug 24, 20214 min read


IS LOVE WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW?
EPHESIANS 1:15-17: “Ever since I first heard of your strong faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for God’s people everywhere, I have not stopped thanking God for you. I pray for you constantly, asking God, the glorious Father … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Aug 21, 20214 min read


LORD, HELP ME GO DEEPER…
EPHESIANS 3:16-19: “I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Dec 2, 20204 min read


THE WAY OUT OF DARKNESS…
EPHESIANS 5:8-12: “For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light (for the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness, righteousness, and truth), finding out what is acceptable to the … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 26, 20205 min read


THE POWER THAT MAKES US COLOR BLIND…
EPHESIANS 2:19-22: “Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 23, 20204 min read


SATAN’S GRAFFITI (A Discussion of Biblical Sexuality)…
EPHESIANS 5:31-33: “For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two will become one flesh. This mystery is profound, but I am talking about Christ and the church. To … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 24, 20196 min read
A PRAYER FOR REVELATION…
EPHESIANS 1:17-19: “I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, would give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 17, 20193 min read
DEFINING THE BATTLES OF LIFE…
EPHESIANS 6:10-13: “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you are able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 13, 20184 min read
HOW DO WE WALK IN THE LIGHT?
EPHESIANS 5:8-12: “For once you were darkness, but now in union with the Lord you are light. Walk as children of light (for the fruit of light is in all goodness and righteousness and truth), trying to learn what is … Continue reading →

Kirk Zehnder
Jul 12, 20184 min read
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