I.Please take some time with this account. Notice all the characters mentioned. Notice what each has to say or not say. Do such interruptions while one is performing a sacred task surprise you? II.Luke 1:8-20 New Revised Standard Version Updated … Continue reading
VII.Paul acknowledges here some of the forces the Christians at Ephesus struggle with. He asks them to think about items soldiers use to face their foes. And most to the point, he wants them to recall their source of strength. … Continue reading
Allow me a quick Thanksgiving Day greeting a day early. With Thanksgiving Day upon us, another holiday season is about to move toward high gear. I trust that you will find places to pause during the season and in moments … Continue reading
I.I suspect most of the time we come to this paragraph, we are drawn to the description of “the whole armor of God.” Not at all a bad image to explore and consider how God equips us for our daily … Continue reading
VII.Open your eyes – Be on the lookout for the aliveness spoken of here. VIII.Ephesians 2:1-10 New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition You were dead through the trespasses and sins in which you once walked, following the course of this … Continue reading
IV.In the last post we spent some time in reflection on two of Paul’s statements, (1) “For we are what he has made us …” and (2) “made us alive together with Christ…”. Today let’s go to the beginning of … Continue reading
I.Near the end of this passage Paul writes, “For we are what he has made us …” Take that as your entrance to this passage and notice what God has “in Christ Jesus” made. II.Ephesians 2:1-10 New Revised Standard Version … Continue reading
VIII.Did you notice when Paul said – “… that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may perceive… “? Let that guide you into the depth of Paul’s words and hopes and take note of what light in the … Continue reading
IV.What is Paul’s prayer for the Christian community in Ephesus? V.Ephesians 1:15-23 New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, and for this reason I … Continue reading
I.This week let’s begin by paying attention to the last phrase of this passage and see how it opens the entire passage to us – “… the fullness of him who fills all in all.” II.Ephesians 1:15-23 New Revised Standard … Continue reading