This past Sunday, I preached in our home church from Ephesians 6:5-9. This section of Scripture is Paul’s instruction for bondservants (doulos) and masters (kurios). While this topic might seem irrelevant in our culture, yet there is an incredibly relevant and applicable message from our passage for all of us today on the subject of authority and submission. The main point from the passage is: Whether under authority or in authority, serve sincerely under God’s ultimate authority.

Here is the outline:

1. Literary and historical context.
2. Understanding Ephesians 6.
   • Instructions for those under authority. (5-8)
   • Instructions for those in authority. (9)
3. Central application for us today: Whether under authority or in authority:
   • Strive for sincere service.
   • Honor God’s ultimate authority.

I invite you to enjoy and hopefully be challenged by this message.