Sermons on
Ephesians 4:14

“That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive;”

Doubt >  The Blessings of Overcoming Doubt  >  Spiritual Stability
Depth >  The Importance of Depth in Our Spiritual Life  >  Depth equips us to discern truth from falsehood
The Consequences of a Weak Foundation >  Signs of a Weak Foundation  >  Easily swayed by false teachings
Understanding Stability >  Defining Stability  >  Stability as a virtue for Christians to aspire to
The Importance of Stability >  Understanding Stability  >  Stability as a Christian Virtue
Depth Equips Us to Discern Truth from Falsehood >  The Importance of Spiritual Depth in Discerning Truth from Falsehood  >  Protection against deception
Depth Equips Us to Discern Truth from Falsehood >  The Consequences of Lacking Spiritual Depth  >  Instability in faith
The Mystery of the Unity of the Church >  The Challenges to Unity in the Church  >  The Challenge of Doctrinal Differences.
The Influence of Secular Culture >  The Impact of Secular Culture on Christians  >  Confusion and Doubt
Discernment is Necessary >  The Consequences of Lack of Discernment  >  Deception
Testing Against Scripture >  The Necessity of Testing Against Scripture  >  To Guard Against Deception
Standing Firm >  Understanding the Importance of Standing Firm  >  The Consequences of Not Standing Firm
Spiritual Stagnation >  The Dangers of Spiritual Stagnation  >  Vulnerability to False Teachings
Spiritual Stability >  Understanding Spiritual Stability  >  The Importance of Spiritual Stability
Growing in Faith and Knowledge of God >  The Outcomes of Growth  >  Greater stability
The Reward of Spiritual Growth and Maturity >  The Rewards of Spiritual Growth and Maturity  >  Reward of Stability
The Importance of Knowledge for Spiritual Growth >  The Dangers of Lack of Knowledge  >  Spiritual Immaturity
Nurturing and Teaching Fulfills the Great Commission >  The Role of Nurturing in Fulfilling the Great Commission  >  Nurturing Produces Mature Believers
The Importance of Discernment in Receiving Counsel >  The Consequences of Lacking Discernment  >  Without discernment, we can be easily led astray
God's Word as a Lamp and Light >  The Consequences of Ignoring God's Word  >  Vulnerability to deception and false teachings
False Knowledge Can Cause Division Among Believers >  The Impact of False Knowledge on Believers  >  False Knowledge Leads to Spiritual Immaturity
The Holy Spirit Gives Us Discernment >  The Fruits of Discernment  >  Discernment Protects Us from Deception
Neglecting the Study of God's Word >  The Consequences of Neglecting God's Word  >  Vulnerability to Deception - Without a solid understanding of God's Word, we become easy targets for false teachings and deception.
The Spiritual Significance of a Foundation >  The Consequences of a Weak Spiritual Foundation  >  Spiritual instability
Strive for Maturity in Your Faith >  Understanding the Importance of Spiritual Maturity  >  The dangers of remaining spiritual infants
The Consequences of Not Standing Firm >  Spiritual Instability  >  The Risk of Spiritual Immaturity
Stability as a Shield Against Temptation >  The Role of Stability in Resisting Temptation  >  Stability as a guard against spiritual drift
Prayer and Bible Study for Discernment >  The Blessings of Discernment  >  Protection from Deception
Loss of Spiritual Sensitivity and Discernment >  Consequences of Loss of Spiritual Sensitivity and Discernment  >  Deception
Inconsistency in Our Walk with God >  The Consequences of Inconsistency  >  Spiritual instability
The Fruits of Wisdom and Humility >  The Interplay of Wisdom and Humility  >  Humility without Wisdom is Dangerous
Leads to Spiritual Confusion and Loss >  The Dangers of Spiritual Confusion  >  The Causes of Spiritual Confusion
The Belt of Truth Protects Us >  The Consequences of Not Wearing the Belt of Truth  >  Without the Belt of Truth, we can be led astray by false teachings
Lack of Meditation on the Word >  The Consequences of Neglecting God's Word  >  Vulnerability to false teachings
The Need for Regular Bible Study >  The Consequences of Neglecting Regular Bible Study  >  Vulnerability to False Teachings(Ephesians 4
Christ as our Source of Stability >  Christ as our Anchor  >  Christ anchors us in the truth, keeping us from being tossed about by false teachings.
Fellowship as a Source of Guidance >  The Dangers of Neglecting Fellowship  >  Deception and False Doctrine
Feeding on the Word of God >  The Dangers of Neglecting the Word of God  >  Vulnerability to deception and false teachings
The Danger of Doubting God's Word >  The Consequences of Doubting God's Word  >  Deception by False Teachings - When we doubt God's Word, we become susceptible to false teachings and deception.
Building Our Lives on the Rock >  The Benefits of Building on the Rock  >  Spiritual Stability
Building Our Lives on the Rock >  The Consequences of Not Building on the Rock  >  Spiritual Instability
The Promise of Growth and Maturity >  The Benefits of Growth and Maturity  >  Stability in Faith
The Consequences of Lacking Spiritual Depth >  Spiritual Instability  >  Easily Swayed by Circumstances
The Consequences of Rejecting God's Truth >  Spiritual Blindness  >  The susceptibility to false doctrines
The Consequences of Neglecting Spiritual Disciplines >  Vulnerability to Temptation  >  Increased susceptibility to deception
The Consequences of Lack of Discernment >  Vulnerability to Deception  >  The Blessed Hope guarantees the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom (Revelation 11
Living an Unmovable Life in Christ >  Characteristics of an Unmovable Life  >  Not Easily Swayed
The Importance of Stability in Christ >  Understanding Stability in Christ  >  Defining Stability
Understanding Stability from a Biblical Perspective >  The Importance of Stability in a Christian's Life  >  Stability in faith
Stability as a Biblical Concept >  The Importance of Stability in Christian Life  >  Stability as a Shield Against False Teachings
Standing Firm in the Faith >  Understanding the Importance of Standing Firm  >  The consequences of spiritual instability
The Danger of Unused Knowledge >  The Consequences of Unused Knowledge  >  Unused Knowledge Can Lead to Deception
The Loss of Spiritual Leadership >  The Consequences of Losing Spiritual Leadership  >  Spiritual Stagnation
Inability to Discern the Truth >  The Consequences of Inability to Discern Truth  >  Deception and Falsehood
The Evidence of True Anointing >  The Ability to Recognize and Resist False Teachings  >  True anointing gives discernment to recognize false teachings and doctrines. The anointed are not easily swayed by every wind of doctrine, but hold fast to the truth of God's Word.
Testing All Advice Against Scripture >  The Blessings of Testing All Advice Against Scripture  >  Protection from deception
Demonstrating Stability in our Actions >  Understanding the Importance of Stability  >  Stability as a sign of spiritual maturity
The Barrier of Spiritual Immaturity >  Understanding Spiritual Immaturity  >  Signs of Spiritual Immaturity
The Barrier of Spiritual Immaturity >  The Blessings of Spiritual Maturity  >  Stability
The Need for Spiritual Discernment >  The Consequences of Lack of Spiritual Discernment  >  Deception
Not Abiding in God's Word >  The Consequences of Not Abiding in God's Word  >  Vulnerability to Deception
The Challenge of Discerning Truth >  The Consequences of Failing to Discern Truth  >  Without discernment, we can be led astray by false teachings
Discernment Through the Holy Spirit >  The Fruits of Discernment  >  Protection from Deception
Instability in Times of Trials >  The Danger of Instability in Trials  >  Instability hinders spiritual growth
The Biblical Definition of Stability >  The Importance of Stability in a Believer's Life  >  Stability in Faith
The Dangers of Unaddressed Doubt >  Doubt Can Lead to Spiritual Deception  >  Doubt can make us susceptible to false teachings. When we doubt, we may be more likely to be swayed by false teachings and doctrines. This can lead to spiritual deception and confusion.
Signs of a Weak Foundation >  Inconsistent Walk with God  >  Spiritual Instability
The Marks of Spiritual Maturity >  A Mature Christian is Grounded in God's Word  >  They are not swayed by every wind of doctrine, but hold fast to sound biblical teaching.
Understanding the Importance of Stability >  Stability as a Biblical Virtue  >  Stability in the Life of a Believer
Strengthening the Body of Christ >  Protecting the Body of Christ  >  Standing Firm in Truth
The Impact of False Knowledge >  The Dangers of False Knowledge  >  Hinders Spiritual Growth
The Importance of Correct Understanding >  The Necessity of Correct Understanding in Faith  >  Correct understanding prevents us from being misled
Understanding Spiritual Growth and Transformation >  The Necessity of Spiritual Growth  >  Spiritual growth is a safeguard against sin and error
The Benefits of Spiritual Maturity >  Spiritual Maturity Promotes Stability and Resilience  >  It helps us to stand firm in our faith despite challenges.
Challenges to Stability in Faith >  Lack of Spiritual Growth  >  The Danger of Stagnation
The Benefits of Continual Growth >  Spiritual Maturity  >  Stability
The Need for Discernment >  The Lack of Discernment  >  Consequences of Lack of Discernment
Recognizing our Spiritual Infancy >  Understanding the Concept of Spiritual Infancy  >  Characteristics of Spiritual Infants
Recognizing our Spiritual Infancy >  The Dangers of Remaining in Spiritual Infancy  >  Vulnerability to False Doctrines
Loss of Christian Identity >  The Consequences of Losing Christian Identity  >  Spiritual Instability
Loss of Spiritual Sensitivity >  Consequences of Loss of Spiritual Sensitivity  >  Vulnerability to Deception
Lack of Spiritual Growth >  Consequences of Lack of Spiritual Growth  >  Vulnerability to false teachings
Deception Leads to Bondage >  Understanding the Nature of Deception  >  Deception Defined
Setting a Clear Purpose >  Understanding the Importance of Purpose  >  The danger of living without a clear purpose
Stability in our Conduct >  Understanding the Importance of Stability  >  The impact of stability on our personal growth and spiritual maturity
Vulnerability to False Teachings >  The Consequences of Falling into False Teachings  >  Spiritual confusion and instability
Spiritual Stagnation and Immaturity >  Understanding Spiritual Immaturity  >  Signs of Spiritual Immaturity
The Importance of Discernment >  The Consequences of Lack of Discernment  >  Falling into Sin and Error
Loss of Spiritual Discernment >  Consequences of Loss of Spiritual Discernment  >  Vulnerability to False Teachings
Proof of Genuine Faith >  Genuine Faith Holds Fast to the Truth  >  Faith resists false teachings
Neglect of God's Word >  The Consequences of Neglecting God's Word  >  Vulnerability to Deception
Battling Doubt and Unbelief >  The Consequences of Doubt and Unbelief  >  Stunted Spiritual Growth
The Relativism of Truth >  The Consequences of Rejecting Absolute Truth  >  Spiritual Confusion
Discernment in Everyday Life >  The Consequences of Lack of Discernment  >  Being Deceived by False Teachings
The Danger of Neglect >  The Dangers of Neglecting God's Word  >  Vulnerability to Deception
Holiness Provides Spiritual Protection >  The Role of Holiness in Spiritual Protection  >  Holiness as a Guard Against Deception
Consequences of Spiritual Slumber >  Spiritual Slumber Leads to Spiritual Vulnerability  >  Vulnerability to false teachings and deceptions
Lack of Spiritual Sensitivity >  Consequences of Lack of Spiritual Sensitivity  >  Vulnerability to Deception
Cultivating Stability in Faith >  Understanding the Importance of Stability in Faith  >  Stability as a sign of spiritual maturity
Threats to Spiritual Stability >  False Teachings  >  The confusion of false doctrines
Defining Spiritual Vigilance >  The Consequences of Spiritual Complacency  >  Spiritual Deception
Discernment is Key >  The Consequences of Lack of Discernment  >  Deception
Use the Scriptures >  The Consequences of Not Using the Scriptures  >  Vulnerability to False Teachings
Teaching Sound Doctrine >  The Importance of Sound Doctrine  >  The role of sound doctrine in the growth and maturity of the church
Instability in Faith >  Understanding Instability in Faith  >  Consequences of Instability in Faith
Unity Among Believers >  The Challenges to Unity  >  Disunity through False Doctrine
Neglecting Spiritual Growth >  The Dangers of Neglecting Spiritual Growth  >  Vulnerability to false teachings
Ignoring the Bible >  The Danger of Ignoring the Bible  >  Ignoring the Bible leads to deception. Without the truth of the Bible, we are susceptible to false teachings and beliefs.
Compare with Scripture >  The Impact of Comparing with Scripture  >  Protecting us from deception and false doctrines.
Definition of Stability >  The Importance of Stability in a Christian's Life  >  Stability in Faith
Persistent Spiritual Doubt >  The Impact of Persistent Spiritual Doubt  >  It can lead to spiritual instability
Guidance in Truth >  The Importance of Abiding in Truth  >  Abiding in Truth Protects Us from Deception
Accepting Absolute Truth >  The Challenge of Accepting Absolute Truth  >  The Influence of Relativism
The World's Deception >  The Impact of Worldly Deception on Believers  >  Spiritual Stagnation
The World's Definition >  The World's Definition of Truth  >  The world's definition of truth can lead to confusion, deception, and a lack of moral clarity.
Testing the Source >  The Consequences of Failing to Test the Source  >  Being led astray by false teachings.
Test the Spirits >  The Blessings of Testing the Spirits  >  Protection from Deception
Love for Self >  The Dangers of Neglecting Self-Love  >  Vulnerability to Negative Influences
Understanding Spiritual Stability >  Defining Spiritual Stability  >  Spiritual stability as a resistance to spiritual wavering
Judge Prophesy >  The Purpose of Judging Prophecy  >  Protects the Church
False Teaching >  Responding to False Teaching  >  Stand Firm in the Truth
Spiritual Immaturity >  The Dangers of Spiritual Immaturity  >  Vulnerability to False Teachings
Increased Discernment >  The Fruits of Increased Discernment  >  Avoiding Deception
Spiritual Discernment >  The Consequences of Lacking Spiritual Discernment  >  Vulnerability to False Teachings
Spiritual Instability >  Understanding Spiritual Instability  >  Consequences of Spiritual Instability
Defining Knowledge >  The Importance of Knowledge in the Christian Life  >  Knowledge Protects Us from Error
Understanding Relativism >  The Consequences of Relativism  >  Discussing the personal consequences of Relativism, such as spiritual deception and a lack of moral guidance.
Sound Doctrine >  The Importance of Sound Doctrine  >  The Defense Against False Teachings
Steadfastness >  The Importance of Steadfastness  >  Steadfastness in Faith
Discernment >  The Consequences of Lack of Discernment  >  Deception and False Teaching
Stability in the Church Leading to Unity >  Understanding the Importance of Stability in the Church  >  Stability as a Guard Against False Doctrine
The Spiritual Significance of a Strong Foundation >  The Consequences of a Weak Foundation  >  Spiritual instability
The Security of Building on the Rock >  The Consequences of Not Building on the Rock  >  Spiritual Instability
Stability as a Quality of God's Character >  Reflecting God's Stability in Our Lives  >  Being Stable in Our Faith
Spiritual Thirst as a Longing for God >  The Consequences of Ignoring Spiritual Thirst  >  Spiritual Deception
The Consequences of Not Seeking God's Vision >  Vulnerability to Sin and Temptation  >  We may be led astray by false teachings, worldly desires, or our own sinful nature.
The Danger of False Knowledge to Believers >  The Dangers of False Knowledge  >  Hinders Spiritual Growth
The Outcomes of Spiritual Maturity and Wisdom >  Spiritual Maturity Leads to Discernment  >  Spiritual maturity helps us to discern false teachings and doctrines. Ephesians 4
The Role of Edification in the Church >  The Importance of Edification in the Church  >  Counteracts False Teaching
The Importance of Stability in Faith >  Understanding the Concept of Stability in Faith  >  The Biblical Importance of Stability in Faith
The Importance of Stability in Faith >  The Consequences of Instability in Faith  >  Vulnerability to False Teachings
Spiritual Depth Leads to Spiritual Growth >  The Importance of Spiritual Depth  >  Spiritual depth brings stability in faith
Growing in Grace is a Command >  The Benefits of Growing in Grace  >  Spiritual Maturity
The Gospel fosters a loving community >  The Challenges and Triumphs of a Gospel-Centered Loving Community  >  Standing firm in Gospel truth amidst societal pressures