which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all. Truth to Learn All Christians are part of the body of Christ. As members of that body we each have a function to perform in the church. Behind the Words The word “which” is translated from...
Ephesians 1:22 – Supreme Authority
And He put all things under His feet, and gave Him to be head over all things to the church, Truth to Learn Jesus Christ died on the cross to pay for your sins and He is now your supreme authority with regard to all things physical and spiritual. ...
Ephesians 1:21 – Powerful Proof
far above all principality and power and might and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in that which is to come. Truth to Learn Jesus’ resurrection is the proof of God’s resurrection promise. Behind the Words “Far above” is translated from...
Ephesians 1:20 – Power In Action
Behind the Words “Worked” is translated from the same word as “working” in the previous verse. It is the word energeia. It refers to “active power” or “power in action.” Here it is expressed in the aorist tense indicating past action completed at a point in time (not a...
Ephesians 1:19 – Incredible Mighty Power!
and what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the working of His mighty power Truth to Learn God has already demonstrated how valuable we are to Him. Behind the Words “Exceeding” is from the Greek verb huperballō, which is made up of...
Ephesians 1:18 – Two Great Truths
the eyes of your heart being enlightened; that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, Truth to Learn There are two great truths here. The first is that the Holy Spirit reveals spiritual truth...
Ephesians 1:17 – Seekers of Revelation
that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in the full knowledge of Him, Truth to Learn Christians should actively seek greater knowledge of God. Behind the Words The word “God” is translated from the...
Ephesians 1:16 – Giving Thanks
do not cease giving thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers: Truth to Learn Thanksgiving is an important part of the Christian life. Behind the Words “Cease” is from the Greek word pauō, meaning “to stop” or “to pause.” It is expressed here in the middle...
Ephesians 1:15 – Noteworthy Faith
Because of this, I also, having heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and love toward all the saints, Truth to Learn Some people show their faith in everything they do. Behind the Words The words “having heard” are translated from the verb akouō, meaning “to hear.” The...
Ephesians 1:14 – Our Eternal Guarantee
who is the earnest of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession, to the praise of His glory. Truth to Learn If you are saved, you are permanently saved. Behind the Words “Earnest” is translated from the Greek word arrabōn, which is actually transliterated from the Hebrew...