The Weight of Our Calling (Ephesians Pt. 12) | Francis Chan

Sermon Summary

Main Message

This message reminds us that our walk with God is not just about learning new truths, but about living a life worthy of the calling to which we've been called. We are urged to revisit and grow in our understanding of God's love for us, just as Peter exhorts us to "grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ." (2 Pet 3:18) As we meditate on the blessings we've received from God, we're reminded that we live a life worthy of the calling because of who He is and what He's done for us. We are blessed with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, chosen before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless before Him, predestined for adoption as His sons and daughters, redeemed by His blood, forgiven of our sins, lavished with the riches of His grace, sealed by the promised Holy Spirit, and are the glorious riches of His inheritance.

Key Scripture References

• Ephesians 4:1 - This verse is the foundation for our message today. Paul urges us to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which we've been called, reminding us that this is not just about learning new truths, but about living a life that reflects our relationship with God.
• Ephesians 1:3-14 - This passage reminds us of all the blessings we've received from God. We are blessed with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, chosen before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless before Him, predestined for adoption as His sons and daughters, redeemed by His blood, forgiven of our sins, lavished with the riches of His grace, sealed by the promised Holy Spirit, and are the glorious riches of His inheritance.
• 2 Peter 3:18 - This verse exhorts us to grow in our understanding of God's love for us. We must not treat the love of God like every other topic we learn, but rather revisit and deepen our understanding of it.
• Romans 12:1-2 - In this passage, Paul explains that because of all that Jesus has done for us on the cross, we are to live as living sacrifices. Similarly, in Ephesians, he urges us to live a life worthy of the calling because of everything we've learned from Him.
• Ephesians 2:1-10 - This passage reminds us that our new life in Christ is one of hope and purpose. We were dead in our trespasses and sins, but God made us alive together with Christ. We are seated with Christ in the heavenly places far above all rule, authority, power, and dominion.
• Ephesians 2:11-22 - This passage reminds us that we are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God. The church is built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ as the cornerstone. We are being built into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit.
• Ephesians 3:8-10 - This passage reminds us that through the church, the manifold wisdom of God is being made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms. We live differently because we've been strengthened with power through His Spirit in our inner being.
• Ephesians 3:14-21 - This passage reminds us that we comprehend how wide, long, high, and deep is God's love for us. It surpasses comprehension, and it's this love that casts out all fear.

Key Takeaways

• We must not treat the love of God like every other topic we learn, but rather revisit and deepen our understanding of it.
• We live a life worthy of the calling because of who God is and what He's done for us. We are blessed with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, chosen before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless before Him, predestined for adoption as His sons and daughters, redeemed by His blood, forgiven of our sins, lavished with the riches of His grace, sealed by the promised Holy Spirit, and are the glorious riches of His inheritance.
• We must comprehend how wide, long, high, and deep is God's love for us. It surpasses comprehension, and it's this love that casts out all fear.

Application

As we reflect on these truths, let us not forget the depth of God's love for us. Let us revisit and deepen our understanding of His love, and live a life worthy of the calling to which we've been called. May we comprehend how wide, long, high, and deep is His love for us, and may it cast out all fear in our lives.