Unlocking the Power of Paul’s Prayer: Hope, Inheritance, and Resurrection Power
Unlocking the Power of Paul’s Prayer: Hope, Inheritance, and Resurrection Power As we continue our journey through the book of Ephesians, it’s essential to pause and remember who we are in Christ. Last week, we uncovered the incredible privileges available to every believer. Through Christ, God the Father is delighted to: Adopt and redeem you Forgive and choose you Reveal the knowledge of His will Seal you with the Holy Spirit These benefits aren't random; Paul reminds us three times that they are meant for the praise of His glory . But these privileges require a response. To experience them, you must confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead. In Ephesians 1:15-23, Paul takes a beautiful pause to reveal exactly what he asks for when he falls to his knees on behalf of the church. The Two Trademarks of a True Believer Paul writes from a Roman prison—about 10 years after visiting Ephesus—having received a glowing report ...