An Introduction to Ephesians: Our Calling in Chris

SERIES:  EPHESIANS: ROOTED IN CHRIST

MESSAGE: An Introduction to Ephesians: Our Calling in Christ

TEXT: Ephesians 2:1–2

DATE: September 28, 2025

MESSAGE BY: Pastor Tim Lewis

1. Acknowledge the source of our strength. (V. 1)

   1. God’s word. 

      (1 Tim. 1:1; 2 Tim. 3:14–17; Acts 22:14; 1 Tim. 1:12–16; 2 Tim. 1:9–12)

   2. God’s will.

      (Acts 9:15–16)

2. Acknowledge the strength of your opposition. (V. 1)

   1. The opposition seems overwhelming.

      “At Ephesus”

   2. The opposition can be overcome. 

      “Saints”

   3. The opposition can be overcome. 

3. Understand your identity and position.

1. Saints = “Holy Ones”.

2. Faithful = Believing and trusting. 

   (Acts 19:1–15; John 20:27; 2 Tim. 1:12)

3. “In Christ” = Connected to Jesus.

   (Rom. 6:1–11; Eph. 4:15–16; Eph. 2:6; John 15:5)

4. Recognize the strength of your message. (V. 2)

1. The power of grace. 

   (Acts 9:4–5, 22; Eph. 2:1–10)

2. The power of peace. 

   (Rom. 5:1–2, 10; Eph. 2:12–18)

Take–Away Questions:

1. Have you come to know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior?

2. How are you to live your life in this world?

3. What does it mean to be “in Christ”?

4. Have you experienced the “grace of God”?

5. Do you know the “peace of God”?