How the Gospel Changes Your Heart and Life

We long to become truly alive. Ephesians 1 opens a doorway to the undying power of God's grace. In today's program, Pastor Philip Miller explores the Ephesian church's splendid beginning and shares his own move from performance to grace. See why the Ephesians traded ~$2 million in treasure for a life in Christ that truly satisfies. This is part one of the sermon, "The Word of His Grace." 00:00 Is abundant life actually possible?  01:47 The Dead Stump: A picture of the Gospel  04:22 A Tour through Ephesus: Magic, Riots, and Revival  16:20 Pastor Philip's Testimony: Moving from performance to grace  19:10 Burning the Books: The high cost of following Jesus  20:33 Why "Straddling the Fence" stops your transformation This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://livinghopeoffer.net or call us at 1-800-215-5001.  Learn More: moodymedia.org/living-hope-announcement Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Moody Church Hour," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives.  Dr. Philip Miller is the 17th Senior Pastor of The Moody Church. He is the featured speaker on "Living Hope" and "Moody Church Hour," with programs broadcasting on 700 outlets in the U.S. He and his wife Krista live in Chicago with their four children. Pastor Philip is passionate about proclaiming God's Word, cultivating healthy ministry, and investing in future leaders. SUPPORT:  Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/  Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/    SUBSCRIBE:   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia  Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/