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From the Sermon
September 27, 2017
“Let No One Deceive You”
Ephesians 5:5-6Series: A Study in Ephesians, Volume 8
Sermon • Includes Transcript • 44:09 • ID: 3253
A Study in Ephesians, Volume 1
The Believer’s Inheritance
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. In volume one of this series, Alistair Begg explores the nature, mystery, and benefits of salvation expressed by Paul in his letter’s opening. God, the initiator of our faith, lavishes us with the immense riches of His grace, found only through faith in Christ. When we bow to Christ’s authority, He ensures our spiritual inheritance and empowers us to live for God’s glory.| Message | Buy | Free | |
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Introducing Ephesians
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Chosen in Him
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The Riches of His Grace — Part One
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The Riches of His Grace — Part Two
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To the Praise of His Glory
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The Eyes of Your Heart — Part One
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The Eyes of Your Heart — Part Two
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Till All His Foes Submit
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A Study in Ephesians, Volume 2
By Grace through Faith
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. In volume two of this series, Alistair Begg considers our state before conversion and the means by which God brings us to new life in Christ. As Paul writes, “By grace you have been saved through faith”—a grace that has its basis in the loving, merciful character of God Himself, raising us from spiritual death and invigorating us to do the works that He has prepared for us.| Message | Buy | Free | |
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The Way We Were
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“But God…”
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Saved by Grace
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A Study in Ephesians, Volume 3
One New Man
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. In volume three of this series, Alistair Begg contrasts the Christian life before and after conversion. Though once alienated from God because of our sin, in Christ we are brought into God’s family and into unity with fellow believers. Through Christ, God gives us a new identity and helps us live in peace with one another so that we can bear witness to Him by our oneness.| Message | Buy | Free | |
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Remember, Remember
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In Christ Jesus
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Peace in a Hostile World
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Where God Lives
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A Study in Ephesians, Volume 4
The Mystery of the Gospel
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. In volume four of this series, Alistair Begg examines Paul’s zeal for the Gospel despite his suffering and imprisonment. Called by God, Paul prayed and preached confidently, revealing the mystery that both Jews and Gentiles are brought near to God through Christ’s saving work. Rooted and grounded in Jesus, we will increasingly reflect His glory to the world around us.| Message | Buy | Free | |
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Paul: Prisoner and Steward
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What a Mystery!
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A Gospel Minister
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The Plan of the Mystery
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God’s Manifold Wisdom
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The Best Is Yet to Be!
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I Bow My Knees — Part One
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I Bow My Knees — Part Two
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I Bow My Knees — Part Three
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A Doxology
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A Study in Ephesians, Volume 5
United in Christ
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. Unity is the overarching theme of volume five of this series, in which Alistair Begg explores Paul’s teaching on the beliefs and behaviors that solidify Christian oneness. More than any shared experiences or some moral code practiced in a common building, union with and in Christ enables us to declare in unison that we are truly children of God.| Message | Buy | Free | |
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“Therefore…”
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Humility and Unity
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One Body, One Spirit, One Hope — Part One
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One Body, One Spirit, One Hope — Part Two
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One Lord
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One Faith
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One Baptism
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One God and Father of All
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Over, Through, and In All
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A Study in Ephesians, Volume 6
Gifts from Above
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. In volume six of this series, Alistair Begg emphasizes the importance of the spiritual gifts God has given His church, focusing specifically on biblical preaching and teaching as the means by which individuals and congregations grow in spiritual maturity. The Gospel has power transform hearts when it is proclaimed boldly and faithfully. How will we respond?| Message | Buy | Free | |
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To Each One of Us
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Gifts of the Ascended Lord
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Pastors and Teachers
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Time to Grow Up
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A Study in Ephesians, Volume 7
The New Self
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. In volume seven of this series, Alistair Begg considers the implications of Paul’s instruction to “put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.” Being united with Christ transforms us, further conforming us into His likeness as time goes by. As we embrace this new identity, we attest to the reality of God’s gracious redemption.| Message | Buy | Free | |
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Saying No to the Old Life
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In Christ Alone
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Do Not Give the Devil a Foothold
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Do Not Grieve the Holy Spirit of God
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A Study in Ephesians, Volume 8
Love, Light, Wisdom
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. In volume eight of this series, Alistair Begg helps us to understand better the biblical call to holiness and purity amid a spiritually dark and dreary world. God’s grace, he reminds us, doesn’t end with our forgiveness; it continues to fill us, enabling us to walk in the very footsteps of the Lord Jesus Himself and to make the invisible God seen through our words and deeds.| Message | Buy | Free | |
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Walk in Love — Part One
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Walk in Love — Part Two
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“Let No One Deceive You”
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Walk in Light — Part One
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Walk in Light — Part Two
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Walking in Wisdom
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Filled with the Spirit — Part One
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Filled with the Spirit — Part Two
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Giving Thanks
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A Study in Ephesians, Volume 9
Life Together
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. Paul knew believers were bound to face relational conflict. In light of this, he offered a challenging instruction: in their marriages, families, and workplaces, they were to submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. For today’s world, relationships continue to be the source of both grievous hurt and immeasurable blessing. In volume 9 of this study, Alistair Begg urges us to consider the Bible’s invitation to introduce the world to Christ through our interactions with spouses, parents, children, and coworkers. How will we respond?| Message | Buy | Free | |
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Submitting to One Another
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Marriage: An Introduction
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A Word to Wives
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A Word to Husbands — Part One
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A Word to Husbands — Part Two
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A Word to Husbands — Part Three
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Marriage: God’s Design
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Children
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The Duty of Children
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A Word to Fathers — Part One
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A Word to Fathers — Part Two
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Bondservants and Masters
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Wholehearted Obedience
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Wholehearted Service
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A Study in Ephesians, Volume 10
Strength for the Battle
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. In volume ten of this series, Alistair Begg explains how to put on the armor of God. When we trust God’s promises, we can take up the shoes of the Gospel, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit. Prayer, too, is a mighty weapon in our fight. These tools equip us to push back the darkness and direct others to the Light of the World, Jesus.| Message | Buy | Free | |
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Spiritual Warfare — Part One
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Spiritual Warfare — Part Two
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A Call to Battle
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Be Strong, Stand Firm
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The Belt of Truth
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The Breastplate of Righteousness
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Gospel Shoes
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The Shield of Faith
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The Helmet of Salvation — Part One
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The Helmet of Salvation — Part Two
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The Sword of the Spirit — Part One
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The Sword of the Spirit — Part Two
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“Praying…”
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“All Prayer”
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“Pray Also for Me” — Part One
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“Pray Also for Me” — Part Two
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A Study in Ephesians, Volume 11
Peace, Love, and Grace
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace. In volume eleven of this series, Alistair Begg examines the final greetings with which Paul closes his letter. In the person of Tychicus we meet a loyal friend and servant of the Gospel who teaches us a lesson about humble faithfulness, while Paul’s closing blessing of peace, love, and grace points us again to the caring Father who gives us these things and more in Christ.| Message | Buy | Free | |
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“Tychicus Will Tell You”
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Peace, Love, Grace
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