Ephesians, Part 13 / Pastors JoAnn Johnson and Mike Quinn

Aug. 9, 2026 As Newbreak celebrates 40 years of God’s faithfulness, this final message in Ephesians reminds us that the Christian life is not fought in our own strength, but in the power of Christ. Through Paul’s call to put on the full armor of God, we discover how to stand firm amid conflict, confusion, and spiritual battles. Filled with stories of God’s provision throughout Newbreak’s history, this sermon challenges us to anchor ourselves in truth, depend on God’s strength, and persevere in prayer. As we look back on four decades of faithfulness, the bigger question remains: How will we stand and step forward into the next 40 years? About this Sermon Series: God has always had a plan. The book of Ephesians reveals the incredible story of God’s plan to bring salvation to all people through Jesus Christ and unite them into one family. In this 13-week series, we’ll discover what it means to live with purpose as people who have been chosen, redeemed, and called by God. Along the way, we’ll explore how the Holy Spirit transforms our everyday relationships—with family, friends, the Church, and the world around us. Ephesians is an invitation to step into God’s greater story and live the kind of life we were created for. Helpful Links for Newbreak Church If you are new to Newbreak, we would love for you to fill out a connect card: https://newbreak.church/card​​​​​​​​​​​ Complete a Spiritual Gifts Assessment: https://newbreak.church/gifts/ We have Newbreak Church for your Kids too: https://newbreak.church/kids Your giving helps bring life change to the entire world. Giving online is simple and easy: https://newbreak.church/give Download the sermon notes for today's message: https://newbreak.church/sermon-notes Download this week’s Sermon Study Guide: https://newbreak.church/study-guides Visit "Prepare the Way" today: https://newbreak.church/prepare-the-way