Ephesians 4:30
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Grieve not the Holy Spirit of God - By giving way to any wrong temper, unholy word, or unrighteous action. Even those who have already a measure of the light and life of God, both of which are not only brought in by the Holy Spirit, but maintained by his constant indwelling, may give way to sin, and so grieve this Holy Spirit that it shall withdraw both its light and presence; and, in proportion as it withdraws, then hardness and darkness take place; and, what is still worse, a state of insensibility is the consequence; for the darkness prevents the fallen state from being seen, and the hardness prevents it from being felt. Whereby ye are sealed - The Holy Spirit in the soul of a believer is God's seal, set on his heart to testify that he is God's property, and that he should be wholly employed in God's service. It is very likely that the apostle had in view the words of the prophet, Isa 63:10 : But they rebelled, and Vexed his Holy Spirit; therefore he was turned to be their enemy, and fought against them. The psalmist refers to the same fact in nearly the same words, Psa 78:40 : How oft did they Provoke him in the wilderness, and Grieve him in the desert! Let every man, therefore, take heed that he grieve not the Spirit of God, lest God turn to be his enemy, and fight against him.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
grieve not--A condescension to human modes of thought most touching. Compare "vexed His Holy Spirit" (Isa 63:10; Psa 78:40); "fretted me" (Eze 16:43 : implying His tender love to us); and of hardened unbelievers, "resist the Holy Ghost" (Act 7:51). This verse refers to believers, who grieve the Spirit by inconsistencies such as in the context are spoken of, corrupt or worthless conversation, &c. whereby ye are sealed--rather, "wherein (or 'in whom') ye were sealed." As in Eph 1:13, believers are said to be sealed "in" Christ, so here "in the Holy Spirit," who is one with Christ, and who reveals Christ in the soul: the Greek implies that the sealing was done already once for all. It is the Father "BY" whom believers, as well as the Son Himself, were sealed (Joh 6:27). The Spirit is represented as itself the seal (Eph 1:13, for the image employed, see on Eph 1:13). Here the Spirit is the element IN which the believer is sealed, His gracious influences being the seal itself. unto--kept safely against the day of redemption, namely, of the completion of redemption in the deliverance of the body as well as the soul from all sin and sorrow (Eph 1:14; Luk 21:28; Rom 8:23).
Tyndale Open Study Notes
4:30 Believers must not alienate God’s Holy Spirit, who identifies them as belonging to God (cp. Mark 3:29; Acts 5:3-5, 9; 1 Thes 4:8; Heb 6:4-8). • has identified you as his own (or has put his seal on you): The presence of the Spirit both confirms and guarantees the future redemption of believers (see Eph 1:13-14; Rom 8:16-17; 2 Cor 1:22; 1 Jn 4:13).
Ephesians 4:30
New Life in Christ
29Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.30And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, in whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.
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Giving Your All
By Paul Washer5.8K41:00Absolute SurrenderMAT 6:33MRK 9:50ROM 3:23ROM 12:1EPH 4:30COL 3:2In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being spiritually aware and not allowing the world to dull our minds. He urges believers to constantly pray and be stewards of what they hear and see in church. The preacher explains that presenting our bodies to God is not about continuous rededication, but rather a once and for all decision that controls our future. He encourages believers to stop living with one foot in the world and one foot in the kingdom, and instead focus on Jesus and follow Him wholeheartedly.
Jeremiah - Prophet of the Last Days
By Art Katz3.5K1:37:31JeremiahMAT 6:33ACT 7:51EPH 4:30In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of the last days for Israel and their eternal indebtedness to God's deliverance. He emphasizes the importance of examining and interpreting the text together as a community, rather than relying solely on individual theologians. The speaker also highlights the parallel between Jeremiah's life and the events that will occur in the end times. Additionally, the sermon mentions the prophetical school and its connection to Jeremiah as a foreshadowing of the end times.
Sermon Proof Christians
By David Wilkerson3.4K1:10:552CH 6:29JER 7:13MAT 6:33ROM 12:2EPH 4:30HEB 3:7HEB 12:6In this sermon, the speaker begins by directing the congregation to raise their hands and guiding them to a place of prayer. He quotes a verse from the Bible about prayer and supplication, emphasizing the importance of seeking forgiveness from God. The speaker then shares a personal story about an elderly pastor friend who is filled with joy and growing in his faith as he approaches the end of his life. The sermon concludes with a call to repentance and a prayer for God's help in overcoming sin. The speaker also addresses the issue of compromising with the world and justifying sinful behavior, urging believers to separate themselves from such compromises.
Life Story of Keith Green - Part 2
By Melody Green3.0K1:11:19Keith GreenISA 29:13HOS 10:12AMO 5:21MAT 19:16LUK 9:23EPH 4:30JAS 4:14In the sermon transcripts, Keith shares his burden for revival and the need for more people to come forward and experience a true transformation in their faith. He emphasizes the importance of putting our focus on Jesus Christ rather than on pastors or Christian music. Keith also talks about the urgency of using music to draw the lost and preach the gospel, highlighting the shortness of life and the responsibility of Christians to reach out to every nation. He concludes by discussing the lack of workers in the world compared to the abundance of the gospel in the United States, urging Christians to obey the command to go and make disciples.
Being Filled With the Spirit
By Hans R. Waldvogel2.7K30:01Filled With The SpiritACT 19:1EPH 4:30EPH 5:27In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of relying on God's strength in our weakness. He encourages the congregation to look to God for strength and to trust that His power is made perfect in our weakness. The preacher also shares a personal anecdote about twins and reminds the congregation of the joy and innocence of their early days. He then discusses the need for a transformation of the mind through the Holy Spirit and the importance of quieting our minds in the presence of God. The sermon concludes with a warning about the powers of hell and the need to rely on Jesus Christ for protection.
Holy Spirit and the Crisis of Pentecost - Part 3
By T. Austin-Sparks2.7K30:42PentecostGEN 1:2MAT 28:19JHN 16:7ACT 1:8EPH 1:13EPH 4:13EPH 4:30In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the significance of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. The Holy Spirit is described as a seal, representing our inheritance and the guarantee of what God will do for those who believe. The speaker emphasizes the importance of the Holy Spirit's role in revealing Christ to us and opening our hearts to understand God's truth. The passage from Ephesians is referenced to support the idea that believers are sealed with the Holy Spirit until the day of redemption.
(Through the Bible) Ephesians 1
By Chuck Smith2.2K1:16:521CO 6:19EPH 1:3EPH 2:10EPH 3:20EPH 4:30JUD 1:24In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the spiritual blessings that believers have in Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that the church often emphasizes what believers should be doing for God, but the Bible actually emphasizes what God has done for them. The preacher spends the first three chapters of Ephesians enumerating these spiritual blessings, highlighting the richness and blessings of being a child of God. He also emphasizes that as believers grow strong and healthy in their faith, they will naturally become witnesses and share the love of Christ with others, leading to the growth and blessing of the church.
The Mantle of Elijah - Part 3
By David Wilkerson1.9K21:402CH 7:14MAT 7:7EPH 4:301TH 5:16JAS 4:8This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking a deeper relationship with God through prayer and seeking the Holy Spirit's guidance. It warns about the consequences of mocking the work of the Holy Spirit and the need for a revival of spiritual fervor. The message calls for a return to prayer, seeking God's presence above miracles, and a focus on holiness and purity in life and speech.
Words of Expostulation
By C.H. Spurgeon1.7K42:14EXO 14:12PSA 42:1ISA 30:1JER 18:15ROM 2:15EPH 4:30HEB 10:29In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing a vision of a great feast where armies have met and there has been a terrible slaughter. He relates this vision to the spiritual battle between sin and righteousness. The preacher then shares his personal experience of being a captive to sin and the bitterness he felt under the law. He also acknowledges the struggles and desperation that many in the audience may have faced in their own journey towards salvation. The sermon concludes with a call to self-examination and a plea for the Holy Spirit to convict and transform the hearts of the listeners.
Esther - Spiritually Alive Yet Carnally Controlled
By Major Ian Thomas1.6K1:14:42CarnalityJON 1:17MAT 28:6EPH 4:30In this sermon, the preacher explores the book of Esther and its allegorical significance. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the Old Testament as a picture of God's divine intervention, particularly through the person of Jesus Christ. The preacher highlights Jesus' role in bringing God's invisible nature into the open and demonstrating what God had in mind when He created man. He also references biblical stories such as Jonah and Abraham to illustrate the themes of resurrection and God's timeless plan. Additionally, the preacher briefly discusses the concept of conscience and its role in determining what is right.
Avoiding False Worship & False Prophets
By Shane Idleman1.6K1:12:32PSA 34:18PSA 51:10PSA 139:23ROM 12:2EPH 4:30EPH 5:18COL 3:162TI 4:3HEB 4:12This sermon is a prayerful plea for God's presence and transformation in the church service, asking for healing, clarity, and the power of God's Word to impact lives. It addresses the importance of staying true to biblical truths and the dangers of straying from God's Word. The speaker emphasizes the need for genuine emotions in worship and acknowledges the significance of God-given emotions in our relationship with Him.
Communism, Islam, Sept 11, Soverenty of God - Part4
By Josef Tson1.4K38:07NEH 8:10MAT 6:33JHN 15:11ROM 14:17EPH 4:301TH 1:6In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of support and partnership in reaching the world with the word of God. He compares the downfall of communism to the potential transformation of Islam into a mission field. The speaker shares a personal story of being interrogated and the impact his sermons had on one of the interrogators. He emphasizes that joy should not be lost in the face of martyrdom and shares a powerful story of God's intervention in his own life. The sermon also touches on the nature of evil and God's unconventional approach to defeating it through the sacrifice of Jesus.
The Holy Spirit - Part 2
By Keith Daniel1.4K09:03JHN 16:13ROM 8:161CO 2:14GAL 5:16EPH 4:302TI 3:161JN 5:10This sermon focuses on the importance of understanding the role of the Holy Spirit in the Christian faith. It emphasizes that the Holy Spirit's primary purpose is to glorify Christ and transform believers into the image of Jesus. The message highlights the necessity of the Holy Spirit's presence in bringing life and revelation to the Scriptures, enabling believers to pray according to God's will and experience a deep burden for the lost and the Church.
Powerful Sermon Compilation - the Trumpet Solo
By James A. Stewart1.4K12:13NUM 14:18PSA 51:10PRO 28:13ACT 7:51EPH 4:30HEB 10:22JAS 4:81JN 4:20REV 2:5This sermon emphasizes the consequences of sin and the need for repentance, highlighting the judgment that follows sin and the importance of churches and congregations repenting. It also discusses the tragedy of the minority of overcomers among the seven churches in Asia, portraying God as hurt and withdrawing due to the grief caused by sin and lack of love.
The Spirit
By Jim Cymbala1.3K31:14Holy SpiritJHN 15:5ACT 16:31EPH 4:30PHP 4:191TH 5:19HEB 10:25JAS 4:8In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of following three deep commands that go beyond the surface-level commandments. The first command is to not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, which involves getting rid of bitterness, rage, anger, brawling, slander, and malice. The preacher explains that while commandments like not stealing or lying are important, these deeper commands are crucial for understanding how the New Covenant works within Christians. The sermon highlights the need for the power of grace and truth through Jesus Christ to enable believers to obey these commands. The preacher encourages the congregation to draw near to God, believe in Jesus Christ for salvation, and trust in God's provision for all their needs.
Grieve Not the Holy Spirit
By Richard Sipley1.3K45:08Grieving The Spirit1SA 10:6AMO 3:3MAT 10:28ACT 6:10ACT 7:51EPH 4:30In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing a book he read about an evangelist who preached to large crowds but allowed immorality and sin to destroy him. He then references the story of King Saul from the Bible, who started off as a great man of God but fell into disobedience. The preacher emphasizes the importance of not grieving or resisting the Holy Spirit, as it hinders our ability to walk with God. He concludes by warning against tempting the Spirit of the Lord and encourages the audience to surrender every aspect of their lives to God's ownership.
The Holy Spirit - Part 3
By Keith Daniel1.3K09:33PRO 3:5JHN 16:8ROM 8:261CO 2:102CO 1:3GAL 5:16EPH 4:301TH 5:192TI 3:16HEB 4:12This sermon emphasizes the crucial role of the Holy Spirit in convicting individuals of sin, righteousness, and judgment. It warns against attempting to take on the Holy Spirit's convicting work, highlighting the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty in this process. The speaker shares a cautionary tale of a zealous man who interfered with the Holy Spirit's work, causing more harm than good. Trusting in the Holy Spirit's guidance is essential for true conviction and transformation.
The Mystery of Incarnation (9 of 9)
By Art Katz1.3K55:25IncarnationACT 13:21CO 14:262CO 3:18EPH 2:6EPH 4:30PHP 2:131JN 1:9In this sermon, the speaker expresses frustration with certain individuals who present the gospel in a formulaic and smug manner, without acknowledging the struggles and contradictions of faith. The church is described as crippled, underfed, and lacking active participation. The speaker emphasizes the need for individuals to make a free choice to truly understand and live out their faith. The sermon concludes by highlighting the tension and suffering that comes with faith, but also the hope and confidence that believers can have in the ultimate victory and salvation found in Jesus Christ.
Hyper-Grace the Great Deception of the 21st Century by Michael L. Brown
By Micheal L. Brown1.2K1:06:31JHN 16:8EPH 4:30TIT 2:111JN 1:9REV 3:19This sermon addresses the dangers of hyper-grace teaching, emphasizing the need for a balanced understanding of grace that includes accountability and responsibility. It highlights the importance of being convicted by the Holy Spirit, living a life worthy of the Lord, and not falling into a reverse legalism that attacks other believers. The message stresses the training aspect of God's grace, teaching us to renounce ungodliness and live godly lives while eagerly awaiting the return of Jesus.
This Heart Is Too Small - Part 7
By Joshua Daniel1.1K08:14PSA 51:10PRO 28:13MAT 5:13ACT 3:19ROM 12:22CO 7:10EPH 4:30JAS 4:81JN 1:9This sermon emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions, including financial obligations and societal impact. It calls for repentance and zealousness in acknowledging faults, seeking forgiveness, and striving to be Christ-like individuals who positively influence society. The message also addresses the need to cleanse oneself, seek God's forgiveness, and be led by the Holy Spirit.
Experiencing Manifestations of the Love of Christ
By Tim Conway1.0K05:38PSA 16:11PSA 139:7JHN 10:27ROM 8:161CO 2:10EPH 3:18EPH 4:30COL 2:9JAS 4:81JN 1:9This sermon emphasizes the importance of not grieving the Holy Spirit in order to fully experience the love of Christ. It highlights the need for repentance and removal of anything hindering the Spirit's work in our lives. Knowing and embracing the love of Christ is what empowers Christians and brings assurance of salvation. The sermon encourages believers to seek a deep communion with God, where His overwhelming love and presence transform hearts and lives.
A Two-Edged Sword
By Bill Wright1.0K1:04:53Word Of GodMAT 6:33EPH 4:302TI 2:15HEB 4:12JAS 1:22In this sermon, the preacher discusses the power of the word of God as a two-edged sword. While Hebrews 4:12 is mentioned, the focus is on Proverbs chapter 29. The preacher shares his personal struggle in preparing for the sermon and the difference between the first and second hour of preaching. The sermon then delves into Ephesians chapter 4, emphasizing the importance of applying the teachings of the first three chapters in our daily lives.
1 Thessalonians 5
By Robert F. Adcock93838:53ROM 12:1EPH 4:301TH 5:19HEB 10:5In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of aligning our will with God's perfect will. He highlights that as believers, we are precious in God's sight because of our identification with Jesus Christ. The preacher encourages listeners to allow the Holy Spirit to guide and control their lives in order to be profitable servants and bring glory to God. He also emphasizes the need for personal introspection and repentance when we fail to live according to God's will. The sermon references Jeremiah 10 and Romans 2 and 12 to support the idea that God's will is good, acceptable, and perfect, and that we should strive to align our lives with it.
Being Sanctified
By Erlo Stegen9371:22:39SanctificationPRO 3:5MAT 6:33LUK 2:25LUK 2:34ROM 8:26GAL 3:10EPH 4:30In this sermon, the speaker discusses the complexity of the human body and argues against the idea that it could have come into existence without a creator. They use the example of a Swiss watch given as a gift to illustrate their point. The speaker also mentions the concept of the big bang theory and questions its ability to explain the creation of the universe. The sermon concludes with a personal story about a man who had a troubling dream and the speaker offers an interpretation that relates it to spiritual matters.
Who Is the Holy Spirit - a.w. Tozer
By From the Pulpit & Classic Sermons88037:41RadioPSA 139:7MAT 7:24JHN 14:16JHN 16:13ACT 1:4EPH 4:30REV 2:7In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. He describes the Spirit as friendly, loving, and gracious, just like Jesus Christ. The preacher explains that the Spirit can be grieved when believers ignore, resist, doubt, or sin against Him. However, he also highlights that love must be present before grief can occur. The preacher uses the example of a parent whose rebellious teenager causes them grief to illustrate this point.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Grieve not the Holy Spirit of God - By giving way to any wrong temper, unholy word, or unrighteous action. Even those who have already a measure of the light and life of God, both of which are not only brought in by the Holy Spirit, but maintained by his constant indwelling, may give way to sin, and so grieve this Holy Spirit that it shall withdraw both its light and presence; and, in proportion as it withdraws, then hardness and darkness take place; and, what is still worse, a state of insensibility is the consequence; for the darkness prevents the fallen state from being seen, and the hardness prevents it from being felt. Whereby ye are sealed - The Holy Spirit in the soul of a believer is God's seal, set on his heart to testify that he is God's property, and that he should be wholly employed in God's service. It is very likely that the apostle had in view the words of the prophet, Isa 63:10 : But they rebelled, and Vexed his Holy Spirit; therefore he was turned to be their enemy, and fought against them. The psalmist refers to the same fact in nearly the same words, Psa 78:40 : How oft did they Provoke him in the wilderness, and Grieve him in the desert! Let every man, therefore, take heed that he grieve not the Spirit of God, lest God turn to be his enemy, and fight against him.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
grieve not--A condescension to human modes of thought most touching. Compare "vexed His Holy Spirit" (Isa 63:10; Psa 78:40); "fretted me" (Eze 16:43 : implying His tender love to us); and of hardened unbelievers, "resist the Holy Ghost" (Act 7:51). This verse refers to believers, who grieve the Spirit by inconsistencies such as in the context are spoken of, corrupt or worthless conversation, &c. whereby ye are sealed--rather, "wherein (or 'in whom') ye were sealed." As in Eph 1:13, believers are said to be sealed "in" Christ, so here "in the Holy Spirit," who is one with Christ, and who reveals Christ in the soul: the Greek implies that the sealing was done already once for all. It is the Father "BY" whom believers, as well as the Son Himself, were sealed (Joh 6:27). The Spirit is represented as itself the seal (Eph 1:13, for the image employed, see on Eph 1:13). Here the Spirit is the element IN which the believer is sealed, His gracious influences being the seal itself. unto--kept safely against the day of redemption, namely, of the completion of redemption in the deliverance of the body as well as the soul from all sin and sorrow (Eph 1:14; Luk 21:28; Rom 8:23).
Tyndale Open Study Notes
4:30 Believers must not alienate God’s Holy Spirit, who identifies them as belonging to God (cp. Mark 3:29; Acts 5:3-5, 9; 1 Thes 4:8; Heb 6:4-8). • has identified you as his own (or has put his seal on you): The presence of the Spirit both confirms and guarantees the future redemption of believers (see Eph 1:13-14; Rom 8:16-17; 2 Cor 1:22; 1 Jn 4:13).