Sermons by Rod Bunton (Page 3)
Brought Near by the Blood of Christ
Ephesians 2:12-13 The Jewish nation was called out by God to be distinct from the rest of the world, granting them unique advantages over everyone else. Pastor Rod Bunton continues in Chapter 2, where we discover that the Gentiles are no longer on the outside looking in due to the transformative power of God’s intervention.
Gentiles in the Flesh
Ephesians 2:11 In the first ten verses of Chapter 2, Paul describes the state of every person before conversion and the transformative power of God. Pastor Rod Bunton delves into the second half of this chapter, emphasizing that both Jews and Gentiles were separated from Christ, despite their differences in heritage.
That We Would Walk in Good Works
Ephesians 2:10 As Paul outlined three reasons why God intervened in the lives of those destined for salvation, he answers the question, “Now what?” Pastor Rod Bunton explains that the third reason gives us the instruction to live out our obligation to walk like Christ.
So That No One May Boast
Ephesians 2:8-9 Paul outlines three reasons why God saves us from his wrath. Pastor Rod Bunton looks at the second reason in this widely recognized passage that is frequently misunderstood.
The Surpassing Riches of His Grace
Ephesians 2:7 Paul explained our dire state before salvation and God’s intervention, but why did He do it? Pastor Rod Bunton explains the surprising first of three reasons behind God’s grace toward us.
Raised Up and Seated With Him
Ephesians 2:6 Paul informs us that God, in His mercy, spared Christians from His wrath and spiritually regenerated them. Pastor Rod Bunton elaborates that, just as Jesus was resurrected and seated in Heaven, we too are raised up and seated with Him.
Made Us Alive Together with Christ
Ephesians 2:4-5 Paul taught us that our spiritual condition was hopeless due to our worldly environment, the influence of Satan, and our own fleshly desires. However, Pastor Rod Bunton teaches us that God, in His mercy, changed our fate, bringing our spirit to life.
But God…
Ephesians 2:4 Having clearly outlined our spiritual state before salvation, Paul explains that God intervenes to accomplish what we cannot. Pastor Rod Bunton demonstrates that two crucial words lead to a divine initiative, a sovereign act that rescues us from God’s wrath.
Two More Powerful Forces
Ephesians 2:1-3 Before salvation, Paul explains that we were spiritually dead due to three powerful forces that shape our lives. Last week, Pastor Rod Bunton delved into the first force, the influence of our sins. This week, he continues to explore the other two forces: the influence of Satan and the desires of our flesh.
Trespasses and Sins
Ephesians 2:1-3 Before salvation, Paul tells us that we were spiritually dead because of our trespasses and sins. Pastor Rod Bunton continues to explore this passage, shedding light on the consequences of being under the influence of our sins.
The Walking Dead
Ephesians 2:1-3 Building on the previous chapter, Paul delves into the topic of God’s power. Pastor Rod Bunton explores the human condition before salvation—physically alive, yet spiritually dead.
What We Were
Ephesians 2:1-3 As we delve into Chapter 2, Paul picks up his discussion on God’s power, continuing the theme from the previous chapter. Pastor Rod Bunton shifts his focus to understanding the reasons behind the current state of the world, beginning with our pre-salvation condition.