Being the Church (Ephesians 1:5)

This sermon is an exposition of Ephesians 1:4–5 centered on the theme of divine love and its effects in both the believer’s spiritual life and relationships within the church. Pastor John argues that God’s love is the basis for election, holiness, and adoption into His family, emphasizing that salvation is initiated entirely by God’s grace rather than human merit, and that those chosen by God will inevitably be shaped into holiness. The message also highlights that believers are not only adopted as God’s children through Jesus Christ, but are also placed into a spiritual family where love, unity, encouragement, forgiveness, and mutual care are essential marks of God’s people. Drawing on supporting passages from Deuteronomy, Romans, Thessalonians, Job, Psalms, John, and Ephesians, the document urges the church—especially Sun Valley Church—to live as a holy and loving dwelling place for God, reflecting His grace in worship, relationships, and unity around the Lord’s Supper.