Ephesians 3:14-21 is a prayer for spiritual strength. It follows Paul’s discourse on doctrine and precedes his section on practical application. Paul knows the believer can live with a head full of knowledge and a shriveled heart. He also knows trying to live the Christian life in our own strength is futile. So, after the doctrine discourse and before the practical application section, Paul prays that our inner being will be filled with Jesus.
Paul’s prayer has four requests:
• Spiritual Strength (Eph 3:16)
• Deeper Experience with Jesus (Eph 3:17)
• Grasping God’s Great Love (Eph 3:18)
• Experiencing the fullness of God (Eph 3:19)
Today’s Focus: Spiritual Strength (Eph 3:16)
For this reason…
This refers back to Ephesians 3:1. Paul’s is based on our union with Jesus and with other believers.
I bow my knees before the Father…
God is the sovereign Creator of all. However, only Jesus allows us to have a personal and eternal relationship with God the Father.
Strengthened by the Spirit in your inner being…
Our inner being is our eternal soul (Gen 2:7) that is made alive and lives in union with Jesus (Eph 2:4-6). Our inner soul needs strengthened each day by God’s Word and prayer.
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Conversation Starters: Intro/Secure
July 17, 2022 • Ron Moore • Ephesians 3:14–21
Conversation Starters: Epaphroditus
September 4, 2022 • Dave DiDonato
#BeLikeEpaphroditus Serving the body of Christ for me is an utmost priority, knowing my role is equally essential in the eyes of God. Philippians 2:25 Serving the body of Christ is never me focused, always others focused. Philippians 2:26-30, Philippians 2:3-5 DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOORE Get Ron’s Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit http://biblechapel.org/devo. LIVING GROUNDED Learn more about how you can grow deeper and embrace the foundational truths of the Christian faith with Living Grounded. Whether you’re just starting out in faith or you’ve been a Christian for years, Living Grounded offers truth, wisdom, and encouragement for every stage. Contact http://gdevore@biblechapel.org to get connected. CAREGIVING Do you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at http://caregiving@biblechapel.org. CAMPUS FACEBOOK GROUPS You’re invited to connect with The Bible Chapel family in your campus Facebook Group. Look for Facebook Groups at http://facebook.com/biblechapel and click on Groups on the left side. FIND AN ENCOURAGER TODAY! JOIN A SMALL GROUP Community Groups are our easiest on-ramp to community at The Bible Chapel; these groups use sermon-based questions to dive deeper into weekly messages. Visit http://biblechapel.org/smallgroups to learn more and sign up!
Conversation Starters: Mary of Bethany
August 28, 2022 • Dave DiDonato
#BeLikeMary At the feet of Jesus, consume his Word every day Luke 10:39, Isaiah 40:8, Matthew 24:35 At the feet of Jesus, cast all your cares on him John 11:32-35, Hebrews 4:15, 1 Peter 5:7, Romans 8:26, Philippians 4:6-7 At the feet of Jesus, unashamedly offer your life every day as a living sacrifice to him John 12:1-8, Romans 12:1-2 DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOORE Get Ron’s Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit http://biblechapel.org/devo. LIVING GROUNDED Learn more about how you can grow deeper and embrace the foundational truths of the Christian faith with Living Grounded. Whether you’re just starting out in faith or you’ve been a Christian for years, Living Grounded offers truth, wisdom, and encouragement for every stage. Contact http://gdevore@biblechapel.org to get connected. CAREGIVING Do you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at http://caregiving@biblechapel.org. CAMPUS FACEBOOK GROUPS You’re invited to connect with The Bible Chapel family in your campus Facebook Group. Look for Facebook Groups at http://facebook.com/biblechapel and click on Groups on the left side. FIND AN ENCOURAGER TODAY! JOIN A SMALL GROUP Community Groups are our easiest on-ramp to community at The Bible Chapel; these groups use sermon-based questions to dive deeper into weekly messages. Visit http://biblechapel.org/smallgroups to learn more and sign up!
Conversation Starters: Jonathan
August 21, 2022 • Dave DiDonato
#BeLikeJonathan Pursue soul-knitting relationships with other believers 1 Samuel 18:1, Proverbs 17:17 Be about God’s agenda, not your agenda 1 Samuel 18:3-4, 1 Samuel 23:17 Seek opportunities to help others find strength in God 1 Samuel 23:15-18, Luke 19:10 DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOORE Get Ron’s Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit http://biblechapel.org/devo. LIVING GROUNDED Learn more about how you can grow deeper and embrace the foundational truths of the Christian faith with Living Grounded. Whether you’re just starting out in faith or you’ve been a Christian for years, Living Grounded offers truth, wisdom, and encouragement for every stage. Contact http://gdevore@biblechapel.org to get connected. CAREGIVING Do you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at http://caregiving@biblechapel.org. CAMPUS FACEBOOK GROUPS You’re invited to connect with The Bible Chapel family in your campus Facebook Group. Look for Facebook Groups at http://facebook.com/biblechapel and click on Groups on the left side. FIND AN ENCOURAGER TODAY! JOIN A SMALL GROUP Community Groups are our easiest on-ramp to community at The Bible Chapel; these groups use sermon-based questions to dive deeper into weekly messages. Visit http://biblechapel.org/smallgroups to learn more and sign up!