Category: New Testament

The Rich Mercy of God

We were all dead in our trespasses—no exceptions. But Ephesians 2:1–7 tells of the glorious transformation from death to life for those who are in Christ.

The Power of God in Us

What does it mean for us that Jesus is seated at the right hand of God? Ephesians 1:17–23 tells us.

Acts 26: Agents of Eternal Change

How can we be agents for eternal change in the lives of those around us? Acts 26 shows how Paul faithfully preached the gospel to Agrippa and Festus.

Our Glorious Inheritance

Paul’s life-changing prayer in Ephesians 1:17–19a looks at the glory of our inheritance in Christ and how it gives us joy in the present.

Salvation in Three Tenses

Ephesians 1:3–14 shows us the beautiful truth of our salvation in three tenses. We have been redeemed and are in Christ, but await our full inheritance.

Acts 25: The Witness of Waiting

Paul waited in prison for years. While this may seem like wasted time to us, his imprisonment allowed him to witness to three key rulers.

The Work of the Trinity

Our identity in Christ stems from the work of the Trinity: the Father adopted us, the Son redeemed us, and the Spirit sealed us.

A Triune Praise

Our salvation is a work of the Triune God: the work of the Father, Son, and Spirit. Ephesians 1:3–14 is a single sentence praising Him for this work.

Saints in Christ

What does it mean to be a saint? Ephesians 1:1–4 gives the answer.