Masterpiece in Progress: Ephesians
God's Word
July 30, 2023 • 2 Kings 22—23, 2 Chronicles 34—35
Josiah becomes King of Judah at a young age. Though the two kings who preceded him did evil in the sight of the LORD, Josiah did right and followed the example of King David. Upon hearing the words from the lost book of the law that had been found, Josiah, along with the people of Judah, turn from their evil ways and make a covenant before the LORD to be keepers of the law.
Masterpiece in Progress: Ephesians
July 23, 2023 • Mason Stewart • Ephesians 5:21—6:9
As opposed to refusing or abusing authority, Paul casts an anti-oppressive, redemptive vision of authority for the new humanity in Christ: those under authority are to embrace it— in view of Christ as their motivator— and those in authority are to leverage it for the sake of those under their authority— in view of Christ as their model.
Masterpiece in Progress: Ephesians
July 16, 2023 • Micah Co, Micah Shuffett • Ephesians 6:10–20
Our summer interns lead us in a powerful time of worship and teaching. Since only God can empower us to defeat our real Enemy— whose mission is to separate us from God and from one another, let’s— together— utilize God’s resources to withstand the attacks of Satan and his demons.
Masterpiece in Progress
July 9, 2023 • Jason Shawa • Ephesians 4:17—5:20
We are called to “put off” the old humanity of sin, be renewed in mind, and “put on” the new humanity of righteousness and holiness— created in Christ— which Paul describes as love, light, and wisdom (instead of malice, darkness, and foolishness).