In Ephesians 4:8, Paul quotes Psalm 68 to picture Jesus’ ascension as a victory parade — the ultimate display of spiritual warfare won.Just as ancient kings displayed defeated enemies, freed captives, and distributed the spoils of war, Christ ascended to heaven having defeated sin, death, and Satan, and now gives spiritual gifts to His people for the advance of His Kingdom.📖 In this teaching, we’ll explore:• The Old Testament background of Psalm 68• What it means that Christ “led captivity captive”• How spiritual warfare continues in the Kingdom “already/not yet”• Why your spiritual gifts matter for advancing God’s missionScripture: Ephesians 4:8 (CSB) | Psalm 68 | Colossians 2:15 | Ephesians 6:10–18YouTube – Elevated Reflections (Verse-by-Verse Bible Study)Deep teaching from Scripture to ground your walk in truth.Watch hereSpotify – Elevated Reflections Bible Study PodcastPerfect for listening when you're on the go.Listen on SpotifyApple Podcasts / iTunes – Elevated Reflections Bible StudyAvailable wherever you get your podcasts.Listen on Apple PodcastsAmazon Music, iHeartRadio, Google Podcasts, and moreSearch "Elevated Reflections Bible Study Podcast" on your favorite platform.TikTok – @yarbie68Short teaching snippets & encouragement in your feed.

When most people think of church growth, they think of numbers — bigger buildings, more people, larger budgets. But in Ephesians 4:7, Paul shows us that God’s plan for growing His church begins with something far more personal: the grace Christ has given to each believer.In this verse-by-verse Bible study, we’ll see:• Why this grace is given to every believer• How Christ measures the gift you’ve been given• Why your gift is essential for the health of the whole church📖 Scripture: Ephesians 4:7 (CSB)🎯 Learn why church growth isn’t just about numbers — it’s about every believer using the grace they’ve been given for God’s glory.YouTube – Elevated Reflections (Verse-by-Verse Bible Study)Deep teaching from Scripture to ground your walk in truth.Watch hereSpotify – Elevated Reflections Bible Study PodcastPerfect for listening when you're on the go.Listen on SpotifyApple Podcasts / iTunes – Elevated Reflections Bible StudyAvailable wherever you get your podcasts.Listen on Apple PodcastsAmazon Music, iHeartRadio, Google Podcasts, and moreSearch "Elevated Reflections Bible Study Podcast" on your favorite platform.Tiktok – @yarbie68Short teaching snippets & encouragement in your feed.

Before Jesus went to the cross, He prayed for one thing that might surprise you — our unity. Why? Because He said that when the world sees our unity, they’ll believe the Father sent Him (John 17:21).In Ephesians 4:3–6, Paul tells us how to guard the unity Jesus prayed for:• Making every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit (v. 3)• Holding fast to the bond of peace (v. 3)• Standing on seven unshakable truths that bind believers together (vv. 4–6)Unity isn’t just about getting along—it’s part of our witness. If we lose unity, we lose credibility.📖 Scripture: Ephesians 4:3–6 (CSB)🎯 Learn how to fight for unity in the Church and protect the witness of the gospel▶️ Subscribe for Verse-by-Verse Bible Studies: https://www.youtube.com/@ElevatedReflections🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/your-show-link🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/your-show-link📘 Visit Pastor David's Church - The Bridge Fellowship: https://www.thebridgemm.com📍 Connect With Pastor David & The Bridge Fellowship:🌐 Church Website: https://www.thebridgefellowshipmm.com📺 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ElevatedReflections🎧 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZQ1vGoGvAF83V0wt6VFOB🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevated-reflections-bible-study/id1741528103

In Ephesians 4:1–2, Paul gives us four biblical traits that define a life worthy of the calling we’ve received.In this verse-by-verse teaching, we’ll explore how each of these traits shapes the way we see ourselves, treat others, handle life’s challenges, and sustain relationships.Whether you’re seeking to grow spiritually, build unity in your relationships, or understand what it really means to ‘walk worthy,’ this teaching will help you take the next step in your journey with Christ.📖 Scripture: Ephesians 4:1–2 (CSB)📅 Join me Monday–Friday for verse-by-verse Bible teaching through the book of Ephesians.Pastor David Yarbrough — Elevated ReflectionsAbout MeI'm Pastor David Yarbrough, and for over 25 years I've served as the lead teaching pastor at The Bridge Fellowship in Martin’s Mill, Texas. Through Elevated Reflections, I guide believers verse by verse through the Bible—helping them discover their identity in Christ and live out their Kingdom purpose with clarity and faith.Where You Can Listen & WatchYouTube – Elevated Reflections (Verse-by-Verse Bible Study)Deep teaching from Scripture to ground your walk in truth.Watch hereSpotify – Elevated Reflections Bible Study PodcastPerfect for listening when you're on the go.Listen on SpotifyApple Podcasts / iTunes – Elevated Reflections Bible StudyAvailable wherever you get your podcasts.Listen on Apple PodcastsAmazon Music, iHeartRadio, Google Podcasts, and moreSearch "Elevated Reflections Bible Study Podcast" on your favorite platform.TikTok – @yarbie68Short teaching snippets & encouragement in your feed.

If you feel spiritually stuck, the problem might not be God's power—it's your alignment. Ephesians 3:20 promises that God can do above and beyond all we ask or imagine—but not in a vacuum. In this teaching, we walk through 4 powerful spiritual shifts that unlock the power of God already working within you. It's time to stop living limited and start living surrendered.📖 Scripture: Ephesians 3:20–21🎙️ Presented by Elevated Reflections | Verse-by-verse Bible teaching to help you live rich in the Kingdom of God.▶️ Subscribe for Verse-by-Verse Bible Studies: https://www.youtube.com/@ElevatedReflections🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/your-show-link🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/your-show-link📘 Visit Pastor David's Church - The Bridge Fellowship: https://www.thebridgemm.com

Do you know God’s love—or have you truly experienced it?In this teaching from Ephesians 3:17–19, we explore how the love of Christ is more than a fact to study—it's a reality to live. You'll learn what it means to be rooted in love, why His love surpasses knowledge, and how it fills every empty space in your soul. This is about heart-level transformation.Don’t just memorize His love—encounter it.📍 Connect With Pastor David & The Bridge Fellowship:🌐 Church Website: https://www.thebridgefellowshipmm.com📺 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ElevatedReflections🎧 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZQ1vGoGvAF83V0wt6VFOB🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevated-reflections-bible-study/id1741528103

What if the richest people in God’s Kingdom aren’t the ones with money, but the ones with inner strength, surrendered hearts, and deep roots in His love?In this teaching from Ephesians 3:16–17, we break down Paul’s powerful prayer and identify three clear signs that you’re living rich in the Kingdom of God. You’ll learn:🔹 What it means to be transformed from the inside out🔹 How to live under the reign and rule of King Jesus🔹 Why being rooted in God’s love frees you from chasing the world’s approvalThis isn’t about temporary success. This is about supernatural strength, Christ-centered identity, and fruit that lasts. If you’ve ever felt spiritually poor, this episode will remind you how rich you really are in Christ.📍 Connect With Pastor David & The Bridge Fellowship:🌐 Church Website: https://www.thebridgemm.com📺 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ElevatedReflections🎧 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZQ1vGoGvAF83V0wt6VFOB🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevated-reflections-bible-study/id1741528103

Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things in prayer—but still walking away feeling anxious, distant, or powerless?The problem may not be how you’re praying… but how you’re approaching the God you're praying to.In this teaching from Ephesians 3:14–15, we’ll uncover 3 powerful keys to praying with confidence, clarity, and peace.Paul shows us a radical shift—from fear-based, performance-driven prayer to bold, humble, identity-rooted communion with a loving Father.Here’s what you’ll learn in this video:✅ Why your view of God shapes your voice in prayer✅ How to pray from your position, not your performance✅ What it means to kneel before the Father with boldness and reverence✅ How to trade anxiety for assurance every time you prayWhether you’re just learning how to pray or you’re ready for deeper connection with God, this teaching will reset the way you approach prayer—from fear to family, from striving to sonship. 🔔 Subscribe for more verse-by-verse teaching through Ephesians and other books of the Bible.🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple PodcastsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/elevatedreflectionsApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevated-reflections/id1737136271🌐 Connect with my church:The Bridge Fellowship – https://thebridgemm.com 👋 About This Channel:Elevated Reflections is a verse-by-verse Bible teaching channel committed to helping you grow in your identity in Christ and live your Kingdom purpose under the authority of King Jesus. New content drops Monday through Friday on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.