Message: “SERVICE – Silencing Deceivers” from Josh Strickland

Ephesians 3:1-13

Introduction

On a scale of 1 - 10, how important would you say the church is, ten being the most important? If you are not a Christian or had a bad experience with a church, you may not consider the church’s importance very high. Some may consider the church important, but how you spend your time, talent and treasure would display otherwise. If we don’t see the value of the church, why would we prioritize it?

In spite of what others may say, the church is the most important institution in the world. The assembly of God’s people is more significant in world history than you or I could ever imagine. The apostle Paul wants us to see that. This section begins with Paul in prison and ends with his suffering. Some might consider him a loser. Some might consider his message unimportant. Some might think the church is a sinking ship. The church in Ephesus was outnumbered by the people in that city who worshiped Artemis. They would be tempted to lose heart. If the church seems to be weak, losing or not doing what we think it should do, how can we not lose heart?

Sermon Outline

1. Be encouraged; the church is built upon the truth. Vs. 1-6
2. Be encouraged; the church is God’s plan to display His wisdom. Vs. 7-13

Scripture References: Ephesians 3:1-13

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