Garden Way Church Sermons

Spiritual conflict is expected in the Christian life but through Christ we have access to victory through God’s character (armor of God) and power (prayer). (Ephesians 6:10-24)

In this passage we explore the distinct marks of quality relationships we are to pursue within the church so that we do not present the picture of a house (or church) divided to the world around us. (Ephesians 5:21-6:9)

In this passage Paul reminds us that we are saved by Christ in order to live a different lifestyle and we will find our greatest fulfillment in pursuing this Christlike lifestyle. (Ephesians 4:17-5:21)

In this message we see that God grows His church to become more like Jesus through a distinct set of unified beliefs and three specific unified actions. (Ephesians 4:1-16)

In this section of Ephesians Paul shares a prayer, which is focused on the love of God, the power of God, and the glory of God. His prayer begins with the relationship between knowing and growing in the love of God within the Christian community. While God’s love in Jesus Christ “surpasses knowledge,” it is also

God’s great and mysterious work in Jesus is to establish a new community (The Church) to display His glory to the world. (Ephesians 3:1-13)

God is beautifully building us for His glory and our good.  As we understand this truth we are bound together in the unity of The Gospel of Jesus Christ.  (Ephesians 2:11-22)

Rightly understood, the whole Gospel is revealed in just six words.  God made it simple so that anyone could understand it and so all of us could share it with someone else  (Ephesians 2:1-10)

What does it mean to "know" Christ?  In this passage Paul prays for Christ followers to pursue true spiritual knowledge, as he makes request and describes the means and the results for those who acquire that knowledge. (Ephesians 1:15-23).

Guest speaker Larry Eyman brings an encouraging message on faith as he reminds us of Christ's words to the church in Philadelphia. (Revelation 3:7-13)

There is freedom in knowing our true identity as a child of God. When we remember and believe who we are, it is only then that we experience true freedom.  (Ephesians 1:7-14)

Paul's letter to the Ephesians is a crash course in Christianity.  For the first two weeks of this series we will explore our identity in Christ as we come to understand how we possess "every spiritual blessing in Christ." (Ephesians 1:1-6)

The freedom that Jesus Christ proclaimed nearly 2000 years ago is still available every day, every hour, calling men and women to come to God and be set free.  Could it be it is calling you?  (Luke 4:16-21)

Whatever comes in life-- we can ask God to lead us in a way that honors Him, blesses others, and advances His good purposes in our life. ((Matthew 6:13)

In this text we find some key characteristics of The Lord's Church that help us to see that church is not something we do or visit, but rather something we live. (Acts 2:42-47)

As we follow God’s path of spiritual growth we will find that people around us will begin to view us differently, we will begin to fulfill our true spiritual destiny, and the mystery of spiritual growth will be revealed through us. (Philippians 2:12-16)

In this Scripture passage the Apostle Paul has a lot to say to Christ followers about what it is that makes our lives meaningful.   He does this by reminding us of three thing all Christians possess that provide true value and meaning to our lives. (1 Corinthians 1:4-9)

The truth of Jesus, salvation and our hope for eternity is the great treasure that has been entrusted to those who follow Him.  It is our “winning formula.” And when trust is broken by pursuing materialism, man-made dreams, goals, or philosophies we may be in danger swerving from the faith. (1 Timothy 6:1-20)

As The Family of God we are called to cross cultural and generational barriers as a diverse group of people focused on serving Christ and loving others. In 1 Timothy, chapter 5 the Apostle Paul instructs Timothy by focusing on the foundational elements that support God’s family. (1 Timothy 5:1-24)

Guest speaker Zachary, representing Pioneer Bible Translators and their work with refugees in the Africa region.  GWC will be supporting Zach and his family as they leave soon to join the PBT team in Africa.

Knowledge about Jesus without actually trusting and obeying him is not true Spiritual Fitness.  We must combine the pure truth of God's Word with focused training so that we can have the clear testimony of a  Spiritually Fit follower of Christ. (I Timothy 4:1-16)

A beautiful picture of The Church is "The Household of God."  We are His extended family with Jesus Christ as Head of Household.  One of our life priorities should be the relationships we build among those in the household, so that we can reflect Christ's love to the world around us. (1 Timothy 3:14-16)

Serving one another is not an option for followers of The Son of Man who came, not to be served, but to serve.  This must be the model of The Church today!  (I Timothy 3:8-13)

God has a plan by which He desires to produce maturity in all of His people. That plan is called The Church and is through the Church, led by clearly defined and carefully selected leaders that this plan is carried out.  (! Timothy 3:1-7)

When we all get together we strive to remain connected to God, remember we represent Him to the world around us and submit to His plan and purpose for us. (1 Timothy 2:1-15)