I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation…(Ephesians 1:17) Wisdom, to know that God is working in the world you see. Revelation, to know that … Continue reading
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I keep asking…(Ephesians 1:17) That word “Keep” caught my eye this morning. I was all set to talk about the What Paul prayed, and the Why Paul prayed. I almost missed the How. Paul kept praying. He didn’t throw the … Continue reading
For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers(Ephesians 1:15-16). I like this. I gotta … Continue reading
Having heard, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession–to the praise of his glory (Ephesians 1:14). His glory Not … Continue reading
Having heard, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession…(Ephesians 1:14). It won’t be forever. It might feel like forever … Continue reading
Having heard, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance…(Ephesians 1:13-14). I love that God understands us. He knows that we get a little twitchy when we have to … Continue reading
…God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8) It’s Valentine’s Day, right? OK, so let’s talk love. Forget the hearts and flowers. Forget the candy. OK, remember candy. … Continue reading
Having heard, you were marked in him with a seal… (Ephesians 1:13). The Lord of Everything has claimed you as his own. He has marked you, making it clear to all the universe that you are his. I gotta tell … Continue reading
And you were also included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. (Ephesians 1:13). You belong. You’re in the club. You’re on the team. You’re one of the cool kids. Well, maybe we … Continue reading
In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will…(Ephesians 1:11). There’s that word again. Chosen OK, so there’s a theological debate out … Continue reading