Newlife Church, Toronto

The practice of “raising up stones” is a powerful one that we should be doing to grow in our faith. Here are some stories to get you started. (Joshua 4 & 1 Samuel 7)

It’s wonderful to live under Grace and not Law, but sometimes it can leave us with a level of confusion. Is God pleased with me right now? Does it matter what I do? What God actually wants from us is not what most of us think! (Rom 4 & Gen 15)

Ephesians Part 26 (Eph 6:21-24) The New Creation has already begun, but the Old has not yet ended. We are living in the overlap, which is tough, but if we understand it will be a source of immense power and joy.

The most amazing promises of God being with people run through the Bible. If we can truly get hold of these promises and allow them to sink deeply into us, it will be a huge strength for us as we go into the New Year (various Scriptures)

Jesus became a man, in part, so that we could have a deep relationship with him. The challenge today is, how can we deepen that relationship? (Heb 4:15-16)

Ephesians Part 25 (Eph 6:14-20) Fully taking hold of the message of Ephesians equips us for warfare in the spiritual world.

Ephesians Part 24 (Eph 6:10-13) You live in two realities: material plus spiritual where there is a huge war raging. You are joined inseparably to Jesus, so take a stand with courage and joy.

Ephesians Part 23 (Eph 6:5-9) We ask why the Bible does not condemn slavery directly, explore the rich content of Ephesians 6:5-9 and the shocking challenge to all of us in the workplace, and talk about how this works out in practice today.

Ephesians Part 22 (Eph 6:1-4) Tough questions about how to honor your parents, even when they are broken.

Ephesians Part 21 (Eph 5:25-32) Paul says: This mystery is profound, and I speak with reference to Christ and the church. By bringing in verses from throughout the Bible, we can shed some light on this amazing truth!

Ephesians Part 20 (5:22-33) It is precisely because husbands are not like Christ that wives can have trouble submitting. But when you really understand what is going on with this passage, it is deeply encouraging!

Ephesians Part 19 (Eph 5:17) The stories in Acts of Paul’s visits, plus what history tells us about Ephesus help us to see the life-changing power of these words.

Ephesians Part 99 (Ephesians) Seeing how this letter is structured, on the one hand provides a helpful framework for fully understanding the message, and on the other is a work of art which frames the beauty of the truth, like a diamond setting holds a diamond.

Ephesians Part 18 (Eph 5:15-21) The seventh, and final, Walk in Ephesians has three parts to it: wisdom, understanding, and being filled by the Spirit. Then there is a link to singing which is interesting and important.

Ephesians Part 17 (Eph 5:7-14) Paul uses the command to Walk to organize the structure of the letter in a very helpful way. This time we look at the 6th Walk: Walk in the Light

Ephesians Part 16 (Eph 5:1-6) Seven parts of Ephesians open with the expression: ‘Walk...’ We look at the fifth, ‘Walk in love’ which is immediately followed by the two biggest threats to a loving community. Thankfully there is a way they can be overcome.

Ephesians Part 15 (Eph 4:17-5:2) How do I live this new life? Not only does Paul explain the power, but he also lays out some very clear examples of this power in action in our daily activities.

Ephesians Part 14 (Eph 4:12-16) This passage speaks of a radical transformation of the church, from childhood to maturity, some time in the future. It certainly hasn’t happened yet, so is it going to? and if so, when and how?

Ephesians Part 13 (Eph 4:11-12) Misinterpretation of this passage has ed to a top-down hierarchical church structure. Most people just sat in their seats and did no more than give their money. Every single part is needed for growth

Ephesians from:2018-01-28 Part 12 (Eph 3:16-19) Enjoying and delighting in God is a core part of the Christian life. We all want more of it, but how do we get there? How can we have more?