Ephesians 2:1-2 (WEL) In the past, when you were dead in trespasses and sins, 2 You lived according to this world’s way, according to the Commander of the power of the air. This is the unseen world, the spirit that now works in the children of stubborn disobedience. Chapter summary: (Ryrie Study Bible Notes)…
Ephesians 1:21-23 (WEL) He is far above all top authorities, strong authorities, powers, and lords, and he is far above every name that is mentioned, not only in this world but also in that which is to come. 22 He has put everything under his feet and given him to be the head of…
Ephesians 1:9-14 (WEL) He made known to us the mystery of his will, which he resolved to do in himself, according to his good pleasure. 10 With the view towards the plan for the completeness of times to gather all in Christ, both the things in heaven and the things on earth in him.…
Ephesians 1:6-8 (WEL) To the praise of the glory of His grace, in which He has graciously accepted us in the beloved. V7 In whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace. V8 Which He profusely gave to us, in total wisdom and insight.…
Ephesians 1:5 (WEL) Having predestined [literally “decided beforehand”] us for adoption through Jesus Christ to Himself according to the kind pleasure of His will. V5 Having predestined [literally “decided beforehand”] us for adoption through Jesus Christ to Himself according to the kind pleasure of His will The Greek word predestined is G4309 προορίζω proorizō,…
Ephesians 1:4 (WEL) Just as he selected us for himself before the foundation of the world, that we might be holy and blameless in His sight in love. V4 Just as he selected us for Himself before the foundation of the world, for us to be holy and blameless in His sight in love.…
Galatians 6:11-18 (WEL) See what large letters I have written to you with my own hand! 12 Regarding those who want to put on a pleasing appearance in the flesh, who insist that you be circumcised, only for fear of suffering persecution because of the cross of Christ. 13 For those who are circumcised…
Galatians 5:11-15 (WEL) And I, brothers, if I am still preaching circumcision, why do I still suffer persecution? For then the offense of the cross has ceased. 12 I wish those who trouble you would cut it all off. 13 Brothers, you have been called to liberty, but liberty not for an opportunity for…
Galatians 5:5-10 (WEL) For through the Spirit, we wait for the hope of righteousness by faith. 6 For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision means anything nor uncircumcision, only faith working through love. 7 You were doing so well, who hindered you so that you wouldn’t be persuaded by the truth? 8 This personal belief…
Galatians 5:1-4 (WEL) Therefore, stand firmly in the liberty by which Christ freed us, and don’t be entangled again with the yoke of slavery. 2 Look, I, Paul, say to you that if you are going to be circumcised, then Christ will not be of any profit to you. 3 For I testify again…