Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Ephesians 3:14-21

2 Samuel 11:1-15

Psalm 14

Ephesians 3:14-21

John 6:1-21

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Season of ordinary time, Year b

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Date Added

May 28, 2021

Preaching commentary

Questions for Consideration

What does a prayer reveal about a person?
What do you most often pray for/about and what might that reveal about you?

A Beautiful and Compelling Gospel Prayer

The apostle Paul had many prayers in the New Testament, but possibly none as beautiful and on point as this one. The heart of Paul’s prayer for the Ephesians is that they would allow the gospel to transform their lives and relationships. Although the word “gospel” isn’t explicitly used, the thematic elements are implicitly woven throughout. Paul could not be more emphatic about the centrality of the good news of Christ in his prayer for the…

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Authors

Scott B. Bullock

Board Member

Scott Bullock is a dedicated Board Member and Contributor with The Pastor’s Workshop, where he brings years of pastoral leadership and theological expertise to help equip church leaders for effective and faithful ministry. An ordained Presbyterian minister, Scott has served congregations across Illinois, New Jersey, and California, most recently in his role as an ordained pastor at Irvine Presbyterian Church. His ministry has been marked by a deep commitment to preaching, teaching, and nurturing the spiritual growth of those entrusted to his care.

Scott’s academic foundation is grounded in his passion for biblical studies and his desire to help others understand and live out the teachings of Scripture. He holds a Master of Arts in New Testament Studies from Wheaton College, a Master of Divinity (MDiv) from Fuller Theological Seminary, and a Master of Theology (ThM) in New Testament from Princeton Theological Seminary. This extensive theological training has shaped Scott’s approach to ministry, equipping him to serve as a pastor, teacher, and writer with a deep understanding of Scripture and its application in everyday life.

In addition to his work with The Pastor’s Workshop, Scott is actively involved in pastoral ministry, using his academic background and pastoral experience to help guide and mentor the next generation of church leaders. He is passionate about helping pastors grow in their understanding of the Bible and develop practical ministry skills.

Scott is married and enjoys the joys and challenges of parenting three teenage children. His life reflects a commitment to spiritual growth, not only in his church communities but also in his own family. Through his contributions to The Pastor’s Workshop and his ongoing ministry, Scott continues to inspire pastors and leaders to faithfully serve Christ and His Church.

Craig Morris

Craig Morris is an ordained minister, former church planter, pastor, and the president of Flourish Ministries where he coaches, consults and encourages pastors and ministry leaders. He has a Mdiv from TEDS and is currently pursuing his doctorate at Talbot Seminary. He has written two books (Right Side Up and 10 Promises of a Great Sports Parent). He has been married for almost 30 years to his amazing wife Cherish and they have two wonderful daughters.