Ephesians 2:11-22God’s Activity - The Active and Passive Verbs. The Active:Jesus is our peace.He made us one.He broke down the dividing wall of hostility.He abolished the law.He created one new humanity.He made peace.He reconciled.He put to death.He proclaimed peace.The Passive:We are brought near.The Spirit gives us access.We are built upon the foundation.We are joined together.We are built toget...  Read More

Ephesians 2:1-10The Old Condition - Dead. Ephesians 2:1-3The Old Condition Described. Vs. 1The Old Condition Delineated. Vv. 2-3Followed the ways of this world.Followed the ruler of the kingdom of the air.Followed the spirit at work.Followed the cravings of our flesh in thought.Followed the cravings of our flesh in desire.BUT GOD Ephesians 2:4-7Made us alive with Christ.Raised us up with Christ.Se...  Read More

Ephesians 1:15-2315 For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all God’s people, 16 I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. 17 I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. 18 I pray that the eyes of your heart...  Read More

MESSAGEBlessings from the Father: Ephesians 1:1-6He has chosen us. Ephesians 1:4He has adopted us. Ephesians 1:5He freely accepts us. Ephesians 1:6Blessings from the Son: Ephesians 1:7-12He has redeemed us. Ephesians 1:7aHe has forgiven us. Ephesians 1:7bHe has enlightened us with understanding. Ephesians 1:8-9He has promised ultimate perfect unity. Ephesians 1:10He has made us heirs of the Kingdo...  Read More