Paul wrote the book of Ephesians while he was imprisoned (see Ephesians 3:1; 4:1; 6:20), perhaps while jailed in Rome. stream They are spiritual, but that doesnt make them any less real. In love 5 he predestined us[ a] for adoption to himself as . First, they are "in the heavenly places" a. 0000029433 00000 n What a wonderful spiritual blessing! You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. Christian Living, Devotional, Journal, Lists 54 Spiritual Blessings in Christ found in the book of E The important point in Ephesians 3 is that God wants me to appreciate the fact that He handpicked me, with all my problems and hangups and sin, even though He forever knew them! Q-ji|0a]M9:XC#Q@i.@Z% 54 Spiritual Blessings in Christ: As Found in the Book of Ephesians Paperback - October 14, 2011 by Leona J. Atkinson (Author), Rev. 9; [Luke 2:14; Heb. THE SOURCE OF THE SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS GOD THE FATHER THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. God has given us wisdom and insight through His Word and has shown us His desire to bring all things together to glorify Christ. And God granted him that which he requested. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. As believers God has chosen us to be His sons and daughters. 1 John 4:10. John 20:17 Jesus saith unto her, Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended to my Father: but go to my brethren, and say unto them, I ascend unto my Father, and your Father; and to my God, and your God. Thank God for the infinite wealth of spiritual blessings He's given you. Paul draws an intentional reference to the Trinity in Ephesians 1:3-14 and again in verse 17. In Ephesians 1:3, we are told, "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places," This passage. GCM produces two periodic publications. The idea of the fullness of Him here is probably connected to the manner in which Jesus fills His church with His presence and blessings. David Guzik. One that will never spoil or fade. Summar of Ephesians 1:13-14 In Him, you also, after listening to the message of truth, the gospel of your salvationhaving also believed, you were sealed in Him with the Holy Spirit of the promise, 14 who is a first installment of our inheritance, in regard to the redemption of Gods own possession, to the praise of His glory. 1 0 obj Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. endobj Paul wants these believers to know the love of God for them. 2:15; [Acts 13:26; 15:7]. Do believers really have the same power that raised Jesus from the dead (Ephesians 1:1920)? The, the definite article. These blessings are all for the acknowledgement and recognition of God's mercies for His people, and that should lead us to praise Him in every area of our lives. Theyre appropriated by faith - and lets not blame God for our lack of faith. This article on Ephesians 1:3 uses Paul's special 'blessing' construction to unfold what it means to receive every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ. Ephesians: Evangelical Exegetical Commentary by S.M. GCM is a faith ministry supported entirely by the gifts of Christians. In love 5 He predestined us to adoption as sons and daughters through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the good pleasure of His will, 6 to the praise of the glory of His grace, with which He favored us in the Beloved. Get our Question of the Week delivered right to your inbox! The idea in the phrase "heavenly places" is not a location in space somewhere. Thus we do not enjoy our spiritual blessings by a mystical experience, but rather by simply realizing and believing that our position in Christ is true. %PDF-1.5 And we will actually participate in the everlasting glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9; [Luke 2:14; Heb. Where the presence of sin, sorrow, and death will no longer exist. Our love for Him must bring us to praise Him and glorify Him . Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald S. Whitney. he prays that they may come to the full knowledge and possession thereof in Christ. We have been blessed "with all spiritual blessings in the heavenly places." These are eternal. Read Romans 1:18-20. Copyright 2019 by Zondervan. 3Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,(A) who has blessed us in the heavenly realms(B) with every spiritual blessing in Christ. 1. 11 In Him we also have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things in accordance with the plan of His will, 12 to the end that we who were the first to hope in the Christ would be to the praise of His glory. The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. 44\1: U@ V_/ endstream endobj 483 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/Index[38 422]/Length 36/Size 460/Type/XRef/W[1 1 1]>>stream This was done "Before the Foundation of the World" as every other aspect of our salvation was planned and . 0000001411 00000 n He redeemed us through the sacrifice of His Son, taking away the sting of death and granting us the righteousness that brings eternal life. All, the whole, every kind of. Devotions for Growing Christians Spiritual Blessings Ephesians 1:3 - "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ." Read Ephesians 1:3-14. . Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. 0000005506 00000 n 0000005824 00000 n How can one attain these blessings in Christ? controller; by implication, Master. Each stanza concludes with a shout of praise to the glory of God! hbbc`b``3 1 P endstream endobj 461 0 obj <>/Metadata 36 0 R/Pages 35 0 R/StructTreeRoot 38 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> endobj 462 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 463 0 obj <> endobj 464 0 obj <> endobj 465 0 obj <> endobj 466 0 obj <> endobj 467 0 obj <> endobj 468 0 obj <> endobj 469 0 obj <>stream Because of our relationship with Christ, God has given us all the spiritual blessings that Heaven ever knew (v3). (lit: I speak well of) I bless; pass: I am blessed. This spiritual blessing in Christ is the revealed knowledge of Gods will of reconciliation through our Savior, Jesus Christ. From eulogeo; adorable. No person in Heaven will be able to brag, "I'm here because I chose God." The Holy Spirit is a guarantee of our future inheritance. Appreciating and appropriating these blessings, however, is a different matter. 0000067558 00000 n For example, saying that God chose only those whom He foresaw would choose Him infringes on the sovereignty of God! Every single spiritual blessing is ours! New International Version (NIV). The blessings we have in Christ are so much more than physical blessings. 54 Spiritual Blessings in Christ: We are destined to reign! Lesson 1 - Ephesians 1:1-14 1). This verse tells us that we have been redeemed by the blood of Christ according to the riches of Gods grace. All rights reserved. We are sealed with the Spirit, and given the Spirit as a pledge of our inheritance. It was also the home to the temple of the greek goddess, Artemis and the Roman goddes, Diana. Its simply amazing to learn that we were chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world (v4)! Physical blessings are temporary, our spiritual blessings are eternal! These spiritual blessings belong to every Christian. Ephesians 1:3 'Every Spiritual Blessing in the Heavenly Places' is part 3 of The Bible Teacher's Commentary series on Ephesians 1:1-3. Theyre not the material blessings of a good job or a healthy body. The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. Some day well have new bodies that will be immune to suffering and sickness and sin - forever! The ransom price was high. All rights reserved worldwide. Box 2268 Westerly, RI 02891. << /Length 5 0 R /Filter /FlateDecode >> By faith lets claim and enjoy every spiritual blessing that God has given us!- Dave Reid. <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> In love(F) 5he[a] predestined(G) us for adoption to sonship[b](H) through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure(I) and will 6to the praise of his glorious grace,(J) which he has freely given us in the One he loves. 0000003207 00000 n Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. What does it mean that in Him we have redemption (Ephesians 1:7)? 3:10) "For there is not a just man on earth who does good and does not sin." (Eccl. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'. 3 0 obj 2:4]; See Luke 12:32, 2 Cor. Little do they know that the present powers and politics are programmed for complete change! THE LETTER TO THE EPHESIANS - by Francis Dixon. The realm or scope of these gifts is "in Christ." Start your free trial today! No wonder our Scripture goes on to say that all this was according to the riches of His grace which He lavished on us. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. <> By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins. For the Lords portion is His people; Jacob is the allotment of His inheritance. 0000012757 00000 n Send us an email! Hope Christian Church Todd Cravens 8 March 2015 Sermon Series: The Book of Ephesians Every Spiritual Blessing Subtitle (Ephesians 1:3-14 ESV) 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, 4 even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. When people are in a proper relationship with their Creator, they can look forward to a joyful year. 2 0 obj Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. What is this purpose? Every spiritual blessing refers to all the conceivable gifts of redemption that Christians receive by being united with Jesus Christ. More insights from your Bible study - Get Started with Logos Bible Software for Free! 0000001809 00000 n UH!joe#7B"%)~?_Ai6wlU%}O&nVs[VD^2ERC{JfAT"R8Etvi} `)TI>'Wrdt"QfS3%SBh85x`I.2 `Xqxnsiw27mu8a1B/Il`)Vx 4/tAz~ y50;hQ8BXc^0T0 dT>(Y"N0 nCiask1#l -3'ea9#\BzUt aI}*tf"#%'&nqrA&w}MW%8C ,8nv$5ef:"!>a@7y)4y 1`4of""dj,f'0>PH`Cq$PB;_'q XRvp%,[tGSkZ#Sk;0d`A 6aGdViJ;=^lHT =\Sz0\q BEST VALUE in digital Bible study. Equipping Christian Women to Abide in God's Word. They are only ours if we are "in Christ" (verse 3); if, having heard the gospel (verse 13), we have believed (verse 13). All rule, authority, power, and dominion is under His subjection. xn}y q c#Ol [h^F{SG! Who Hath Blessed Us with All Spiritual Blessings in Heavenly P PDF full book. Ephesians 2:6 And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus: Ephesians 3:10 To the intent that now unto the principalities and powers in heavenly places might be known by the church the manifold wisdom of God. Get our Question of the Week delivered right to your inbox! In this glorious anthem, in which the apostle, tracing all to the Divine Fountain, enumerates the glorious privileges of the Church, and blesses God for them, he first (ver. Read my full disclosure. Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular. . So often we think of God as our inheritance. Summary of Ephesians 1:18-19 I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, 19 and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. ESV Premium Gift Bible--soft leather-look, purple with emblem design, ESV MacArthur Study Bible, 2nd Edition--soft leather-look, brown, ESV Student Study Bible--soft leather-look, black. Now sin has no claim on us. What a blessing it is for believers to know that our future doesnt depend on the selfish plans of a power-hungry politician, or itchy fingers on a nuclear button. who saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace, which was granted to us in Christ Jesus from all eternity, 10 but has now been revealed by the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel 2 Timothy 1:9-10. As a pledge, the Holy Spirit is like an engagement ring or the downpayment on a house. Baugh. 1 Corinthians 15:51-54; 2 Corinthians 5:1-8; Philippians 3:21; 1 John 3:2.) (U) 13And you also were included in Christ(V) when you heard the message of truth,(W) the gospel of your salvation. God has been thinking about your destiny before He ever said, "Let there be light.". Redemption and forgiveness are two more spiritual blessings (v7). What an inheritance! When our Lord comes back to claim this world for His own, we will be with Him, and we will be part of His visible and eternal kingdom. While physical blessings can come and go, our blessings in Christ will remain forever. - THANKSGIVING FOR THEIR DIVINE ORDINATION TO THE BLESSINGS OF GRACE. If Jesus is the head, then the community of Christians make up His body. This is the hope that we must cling to. . Copyright 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. endobj No longer was he treated as a child or a servant. What does it mean that Satan is prince of the power of the air (Ephesians 2:2)? We are predestined to sonship in the family of God. Ephesus was one of the leading cities in the Roman Empire. What does it mean that God is rich in mercy (Ephesians 2:4). %PDF-1.3 What is the spirit of wisdom and revelation in Ephesians 1:17? This is a spiritual blessing. Were to be pitied for our "wishful thinking. But by faith we continue to hold onto our spiritual blessing, because the Word of God says it is true! We see there are three things that this enlightenment brings. 2:4]; See Luke 12:32, [John 3:35; 10:17; Col. 1:13]; See Matt. 54 Spiritual Blessings in Christ Devotional Book. And God won't take His Seal back or permit it to be broken. However, much of this plan was a mystery until Christ came. He chose me to become holy and blameless before Him forever. If the Bible said that God both chose and did not choose, or that man is both responsible and not responsible - that would be a contradiction in logic. % (3) the Medium through whom we have them. Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural. 1. Our spiritual blessings come from our triune God! In love 5(H)he predestined us[a] for (I)adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, (J)according to the purpose of his will, 6(K)to the praise of his glorious grace, with which he has blessed us in (L)the Beloved. The world sees us as a bunch of Bible-believing and Jesus-preaching "dummies"! Acknowledge that you are a sinner "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." (Rom. 7(M)In him we have (N)redemption (O)through his blood, (P)the forgiveness of our trespasses, (Q)according to the riches of his grace, 8which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight 9(R)making known[b] to us the mystery of his will, (S)according to his purpose, which he (T)set forth in Christ 10as a plan for (U)the fullness of time, (V)to unite all things in him, things in heaven and things on earth. Can that really be true? When we turn to Ephesians 2: 1-12, we see what we were like before we were saved and what we are like now apart from the Lord Jesus. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with every blessing of the Spirit, in heavenly places in Christ. The fact that were going to share in God's glorious program for the future is another spiritual blessing (vs11-12). Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Plural. Ephesians 1 has helped me to understand in a deeper way all that I have been given in Christ. This was a vast contrast to their culture which sought after the material blessings of weath, fame, and power. Not only that, we are placed in a position of full privilege in the family. We look forward to the redemption of our bodies as part of our inheritance. Then, you can enjoy all spiritual blessings in Christ. The word predestined not only emphasizes the sovereignty of God, but it also indicates that the subjects are ordained ahead of time for something. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Summary of Ephesians 1:21-23 far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come. The Bible also teaches that every human being is responsible to choose God. j`7ahgP APHd=,3$] x ,9.KY 7:20) Look to Christ for Salvation The first spiritual blessing that is mentioned in this doxology is our election. As God's own possession, the salvation of our souls secure (the Seal), and the complete redemption of our bodies is guaranteed (the Pledge). And now this eternal purpose of God has been made known. Gods plan to send Jesus to redeem mankind back to Himself was set from eternity. 5 above]; ver. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: Genesis 14:20 And blessed be the most high God, which hath delivered thine enemies into thy hand. And all the congregation blessed the LORD God of their fathers, and bowed down their heads, and worshipped the LORD, and the king. In Christ we have the hope of eternity in heaven. Lev 11:44; 20:7; 2Sa 22:24; Ps 15:2; Eph 5:27; Col 1:22, NIV, Chronological Study Bible, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Galatians, Paperback, Comfort Print, NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible, Comfort Print: Follow Gods Redemptive Plan as It Unfolds throughout Scripture, NIV, Verse Mapping Bible, Comfort Print: Find Connections in Scripture Using a Unique 5-Step Process, NIV, Lucado Encouraging Word Bible, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV, Story of Jesus: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story. Yes, God wants you, dear reader, to receive all the spiritual blessings He makes available. 0000000796 00000 n %PDF-1.4 % This is a mind-blowing concept, but dont attempt to water it down. Every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realm has already been lavished upon us as a love gift from our wonderful heavenly Father, the Father of our Lord Jesusall because he sees us wrapped into Chr . 13In him you also, when you heard (AB)the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, (AC)were sealed with the (AD)promised Holy Spirit, 14who is (AE)the guarantee[c] of our (AF)inheritance until (AG)we acquire (AH)possession of it,[d] (AI)to the praise of his glory. Spiritual Blessings in Christ. Out of the kindness of His heart, God picked us individually to be his children - with all the privileges of His sons and daughters! ethereal, or a spirit, or supernatural, regenerate, religious. A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. The full manifestation of our relationship is future, but it is a fact now. Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Ephesians 1:3. When we become Christians were born into the family of God. True blessings are those that exist in the eternal realm of the heavenly places. A beautiful way to begin any new year is with a doxology - an expression of praise to God. endobj This shows the depth of Gods care and compassion for His people. The sixth spiritual blessing listed is knowing the mystery of His will ( Ephesians 1:8-10 ). )?3?#%yg#29c_33{daYiy. The power that rose Christ from the grave and lifted Him into heaven is the same power that is at work within you and me. . For less than $5/mo. endobj Lit., "in the heavenlies", a phrase found only in Ephesians (1:3; 2:6; 3:10; 6:12) b. Not mysterious - just previously secret, or not yet known. . Your existence isn't an accident or by-product of natural selection. A. Lets take a look at the specific blessings mentioned in this chapter. (K) 7In him we have redemption(L) through his blood,(M) the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches(N) of Gods grace 8that he lavished on us. Ephesians 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. In love 5 he[ a] predestined us for adoption to sonship[ b . He loves us enough that he considers us to be His prize and His portion. This passage mentions two of our spiritual blessings: This passage of scripture has left many believers, including Bible scholars, with questions of how we reconcile our freewill with Gods soverignty. With all wisdom and understanding, 9he[c] made known to us the mystery(O) of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed(P) in Christ, 10to be put into effect when the times reach their fulfillment(Q)to bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth under Christ. He owns us because of the finished transaction at the cross. It's much like being . 0000003433 00000 n gain access to 50+ premium resources to enhance your study of Scripture. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! What a blessing to know that our salvation is safe, sure and secure! 4:1,17; 5:2,8,15) expected of those so richly blessed. Essentially: God is worthy of praise for sharing the abundance of His goodness with us. Read Ephesians 1:1 - Right away Paul states he's an apostle of Jesus "by the will of God." Refresh your memory of Paul's dramatic conversion experience by reading of his life before Christ (Acts 7:54-8:3). 1 Chronicles 4:10 And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! Every Spiritual Blessing Ours in Christ Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ. He's lavished the richness of his grace on us in many ways (8). Have you ever given much thought to your position as a child of God? (See Romans 8:23; 1 Corinthians 15:51-54; 2 Corinthians 5:1-8; Philippians 3:21; 1 John 3:2.). Whether we realized it or not,this was actually true! x h1L6F3PbYG. xXMs6W7yQQRI6vyWhW=PQ36) <7IH;maykbpwN30TyVVY^Z:n eMQ 7}st#d%m'n?bxx[(^|[I)qoNC{M2]jmb+[LPO"VMO cKx2$EBRIX&M)>-,*$aKm]_QA@oWE' PN+aZz?N=v~n_+hE*f|d,30 But on the other hand, no one is "rubber-stamped" for hell. to bless. Paul wanted this church to focus on the blessings they have received in Christ. 54 Spiritual Blessings in Christ: As Found in the Book of Ephesians by Richard L. Rice, Leona J. Atkinson Paperback $10.00 Ship This Item Qualifies for Free Shipping Unavailable for pickup at B&N Skokie Village Crossing Check Availability at Nearby Stores Instant Purchase Choose Expedited Shipping at checkout for delivery by Thursday, April 6 1 0 obj It cost Jesus Christ His own life. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. Its beyond our finite minds to fully grasp how these two seemingly contradictory truths harmonize - but they are not logically contradictory. cX[qDHPgN&6o'z{Q~OO'`NNn/v}r+]>}YS$Wgxb0+!\U-3#4p%0 jYF,h8{ddN4 +?D~XA^&-`PvGq3)'I{oL4D1m*Xg:6Pt6.o5:' [f5bY%i\x {&T/JcI|HZ],1UXsal8hhh/#v%.i"0DntUReWM}9Ji Y.^h? -4VotX(io>rRd^dy:rX83u. 0000006201 00000 n You were chosen by the Father, redeemed by the Son, and sealed by the Spirit. gain access to 50+ premium resources to enhance your study of Scripture. 0000003989 00000 n What a Redeemer! Summary of Ephesians 1: 11-12 In Him we also have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things in accordance with the plan of His will, 12 to the end that we who were the first to hope in the Christ would be to the praise of His glory. 460 0 obj <> endobj xref 460 25 0000000016 00000 n Not only that, but the Spirit is also the first installment of our eternal inheritance that God has promised us. The personal seal on a 1st century document, letter or container indicated ownership and security. The hope of our calling is directly connected with our future inheritance. <> We are stamped secure in Christ. 197 likes. In this case, we are fore-ordained to be adopted as sons. In New Testament days, adoption was an official act by which a biological son was entered the position of an adult son. which is the true and proper fountain of man's salvation. Deuteronomy 32:9. endobj xksH{J&@*w~``q~MCjiF~(R"K~wK'g:yl^o'j~r}ysn:]L.4%ic^dusxO`ryxp& MdHHJ2\~UC~._q6hv5?[4#y&9#i.A%y. 1 Chronicles 29:20 And David said to all the congregation, Now bless the LORD your God. I. 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. Summary of Ephesians 1:4-6 just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we would be holy and blameless before Him. No one has an excuse for not choosing God. Study 1 SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS IN CHRIST (Scripture Portion: Ephesians l: 1 - 14) The apostle Paul spent three years in Ephesus (Acts 19; and 20: 17-38), and as a result of his ministry a church was established in that city. We have an inheritance waiting for us. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might 20 which He brought about in Christ, when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places. 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