Ephesians 1:1-14 This passage repeats three times the praise of each person within the Triune God. Praise the Father in verse 6, praise the Son in verse 12, and praise the Holy Spirit in verse 14. Today we discuss the predicament of our sin and how it puts us in the wrath of God. How does the Father lavish the riches of his grace on us? What makes this grace so rich? How and why does Jesus Christ appease the Father's wrath for our sin? Questions to ponder for today's passage.
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Paul reveals the promise of God to dwell among his people being fulfilled in Christ residing in us through the indwelling Spirit. Through the resurrection of Christ we have hope of life beyond the grave. In Paul's prayer for the church, think about what it is to know the breadth and length and height and depth of the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge.
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Paul reflects on the triune God's accomplishment of our salvation. 1. God the Father chose his people before the foundation of the world. [Elected by the Father] 2. God the Son accomplished redemption for his people. [Redeemed by the Son] 3. God the Spirit applies applies redemption to us and assures us that the inheritance is ours. [Sealed by the Spirit] Read as if this were a letter from Paul written to your own church. Pay attention to what stands out as unique or significant. Write down your thoughts. Paul begins by answering questions such as: 1. How is salvation accomplished? 2. Why did God bestow His grace on us? 3. What does the future hold for those who put their faith in Christ? John MacArthur Study Guide
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