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
And he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ, to be put into effect when the times will have reached their fulfillment–to bring all things in heaven and … Continue reading
And he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ, to be put into effect when the times will have reached their fulfillment… (Ephesians 1:10). God’s timing is not … Continue reading
And he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure… (Ephesians 1:9). How many times have you wondered, “God, why? What is your plan here?” Me, too. Frankly, everybody too. And the thing is, … Continue reading
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace that he lavished on us with all wisdom and understanding(Ephesians 1:8). Wise enough to know that we broken ones couldn’t … Continue reading
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace that he lavished on us…(Ephesians 1:8) Lavish To give freely, to bestow generously upon, to shower with God has not … Continue reading
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins…(Ephesians 1:7) I am forgiven. You know, I think that 97.38% of all therapists could be put out of business if folks truly understood and believed those three little … Continue reading
In him we have redemption through his blood…(Ephesians 1:7) When I was a kid, years before I came to Christ, I briefly attended a local church’s youth group. I remember singing this song: I’ve been redeemed, by the blood of … Continue reading
In love he predestined us to be adopted as his sons through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will–to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us in the One he loves.(Ephesians 1:6). In … Continue reading
In love he predestined us to be adopted as his sons through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will–to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us…(Ephesians 1:6). Freely Given No strings, no fine … Continue reading