Strengthened In The Inner Man

Summary

The sermon explores Ephesians 3:16-17a, focusing on Paul's prayer for believers to be strengthened in their inner man by the Spirit so that Christ may dwell in their hearts by faith. It emphasizes the importance of the inner man—comprising the heart, soul, and spirit—as the true self that governs thoughts, feelings, and choices. The preacher highlights that spiritual maturity and effective Christian living flow from a strengthened inner man, which is nurtured by the Spirit and reflected in love for God and others. The message also connects biblical teachings on the heart's role in perception, emotion, and decision-making, urging believers to guard and cultivate their inner being.