Introducing the letter of Paul to the church at Ephesus, by David Camera.

Application questions:

• How would you describe yourself to someone you did not know?
• What impact does our identity have on the way we live?
• Read Acts 19:1-20:41. Summarize Paul’s ministry in Ephesus in your own words.
• How does Paul describe himself? Why is this important?
• How does Paul describe the Christians in Ephesus?
• Paul begins and ends this letter in similar fashion. What words or phrases are repeated?
• According to 1:1-2 and 6:21-24, who is the source of grace, peace, love and who are those that receive these blessings?
• What are some implications of your answers to question 7?
• How would your life be different if you understood that your primary identity was a saint and child of God?

A sermon on the qualifications for ordained leadership in the church by Rev. David Camera.

Application questions

• Review the list of character qualifications in this passage. What sorts of categories do they include?
• Why does Paul include these and not others that modern leadership gurus might include (like 'visionary leader' or 'efficient' or 'charismatic speaker')?
• Why must an elder/deacon be able to lead his household well?
• Why is character more important over the long term than skill?

A sermon on remembering God's faithfulness and offering prayerful praise by pastoral intern Daniel Turner.

Application questions:

• What does Paul offer thanks for?
• Why is it important to thank God for what you see in others (and not just yourself)?
• What are you thankful for as you head into 2026?

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