Books of the Bible Series
Loading Content...
Share a Link to this Message
The link has been copied to your clipboard; paste it anywhere you would like to share it.
CloseGene Cunningham - June 9, 2003
Ephesians #44
Authority is delegated by God; rebelling against legitimate authority, is rebelling against God (Rom 13:1-8). Our self-determination comes from God. The Spirit's control is paramount for other relationships to work as designed (Eph 5:22-33). God chose the marriage roles for deliverance. Husbands are to love their wives as Christ loves the church and his own body. Love is first a decision, then an act, then a feeling. Christ was willing to sacrifice His rights, Himself, His desires (Eph 5:25, 2Co 8:9). Love is sacrificial and beneficial (Eph 5:26-27). "Cleanse" removes barriers allowing open, free and full relationship. A right relationship "gives" himself the gift he has chosen. Spots, wrinkles, blemishes are obstacles to holiness -- "wholeness" -- not missing any benefit of the relationship. Relationship needs nourishment and care (Eph 5:29) investment (meaningful conversation); care implies attentiveness, guidance, instruction. Cherish means to "heat and keep warm" (Eph 5:29) -- wash, adorn, beautify, protect.
Scripture References: Ephesians 5:29, Ephesians 5:29, Ephesians 5:26-27, Ephesians 5:25, Ephesians 5:22-33, Romans 13:1-8
More Messages from Gene Cunningham | Download Audio
From Series: "Ephesians"
More than any book Ephesians reveals the blessings from God based on our relationship with Jesus Christ by grace through faith. Eph 1:3 is the a key verse. Other key verses by chapter include Eph 2:8 Eph 3:19 Eph 4:1 Eph 5:18 and Eph 6:10-11.
More Messages
Genesis #4 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #5 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #6 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #7 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #8 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #9 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #10 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #11 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #12 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #13 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #14 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #15 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #16 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #17 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #18 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #19 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #20 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #21 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #22 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #23 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #24 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #25 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #26 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #27 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen | ||
Genesis #28 | Gene Cunningham | December 8, 2003 | Listen |