Slaves and Masters

Slaves and Masters
Christ Proclamation Church
Sunday, 5/23/2021
Ephesians 6:5-9

Sermon Theme: According to the Bible, slavery is never commended as an institution. And yet, it exists in this present evil age. The gospel is the power of God, however, to transform relationships even between slaves and masters, as they both ultimately serve the Lord Jesus Christ.

I. THE REALITY OF SLAVERY - (Eph. 6:5a)
    A. Slavery in Paul's Day
    B. Slavery in American History

II. THE REGULATION OF SLAVERY - (Eph. 6:5b-9)
    A. The Duty of Slaves - (Ephesians 6:5b-8)
        1. Their Manner of Obeying - (vv. 5b-7)
            a. With fear and trembling
            b. Without people pleasing
            c. With an orientation towards God
        2. Their Motivation for Obeying - (v. 8)
    B. The Duty of Masters - (Ephesians 6:9)
        1. Their Manner of Leading - (v. 9a)
        2. Their Motivation for Leading - (v. 9b)

III. THE IMPLICATIONS OF SLAVERY - (Application)
    A. Right Orientation to Justice
    B. Right Orientation to Authority
        1. What's the Right Manner of Living?
        2. What's the Right Motivation for Living?