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RULERS AND AUTHORITIES / EPHESIANS 3:10

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(KJV) 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,

RULERS AND AUTHORITIES / EPHESIANS 3:10

There are two possible interpretations of this verse.

  1. The “rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms” may refer to good angels (Colossians 1:16). They see God’s amazing wisdom shown through the church (1 Peter 1:10-12).
  2. The “rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms” may refer to the ruling powers of evil in the spiritual realm that currently exercise authority in the world (Ephesians 3:11) is being revealed against these enemies of God as the church continues to spread Christ’s message of spiritual salvation and as Christ’s followers wage spiritual warfare against Satan and his forces (Ephesians 6:12-18; Daniel 9:2-23; 10:12-13; 2 Corinthians 10:4-5).

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  1. DECEIVE / EPHESIANS 5:6
  2. BE SURE / EPHESIANS 5:5
  3. ACCESS TO THE FATHER / EPHESIANS 2:18
  4. REDEMPTION / EPHESIANS 1:7
  5. HIS … POWER / EPHESIANS 1:18-21
  6. CHILDREN OBEY / EPHESIANS 6:1
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DECEIVE / EPHESIANS 5:6

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(KJV) Ephesians 5:6
Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience.

DECEIVE / EPHESIANS 5:6

Paul looks ahead to a possible situation that could deceive the Ephesians and warns them that some teachers may say that they need not fear God’s anger and judgment against their immoral behavior. That is why he warns, “Let no one deceive you.” It is clear from this passage that a person may be deceived into believing that some who defy God’s standards of purity and morality do have an inheritance in Christ’s kingdom.

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  1. BE SURE / EPHESIANS 5:5
  2. ACCESS TO THE FATHER / EPHESIANS 2:18
  3. REDEMPTION / EPHESIANS 1:7
  4. HIS … POWER / EPHESIANS 1:18-21
  5. CHILDREN OBEY / EPHESIANS 6:1
  6. GUIDED BY GRACE ABOUT

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BE SURE / EPHESIANS 5:5

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(KJV) Ephesians 5:5
For this ye know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God.

BE SURE / EPHESIANS 5:5

Paul and the Ephesians knew with unquestionable certainty that all individuals (whether within or outside the church) who were immoral, impure, or greedy were excluded from Christ’s kingdom. This refers to people who allow sensual or excessive desires of any kind to distract themselves from the truth. Such people show that they love things more than they love God; they are more determined to do what pleases them than to do what pleases God. The fact that such people have no part in God’s kingdom was taught with strong conviction by the Old Testament prophets (Jeremiah 8:7; 23:17; Ezekiel 13:10) and by the leaders of the New Testament church (1 Corinthians 6:9; Galatians 5:21). People who commit such sins give clear evidence that they are not spiritually saved (in a right relationship with God) but are separated from God and eternal life (John 8:42; 1 John 3:15).

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  1. ACCESS TO THE FATHER / EPHESIANS 2:18
  2. REDEMPTION / EPHESIANS 1:7
  3. HIS … POWER / EPHESIANS 1:18-21
  4. CHILDREN OBEY / EPHESIANS 6:1
  5. GUIDED BY GRACE ABOUT

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ACCESS TO THE FATHER / EPHESIANS 2:18

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(KJV) Ephesians 2:18
For through him we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father.

ACCESS TO THE FATHER / EPHESIANS 2:18

Access the God the Father comes through His Son, Jesus Christ, by the presence of the Holy Spirit in believers’ lives. “Access” means that we who have faith in Christ have the freedom and right to approach our heavenly Father with confidence that we will be accepted, welcomed, and loved.

  1. This access is gained through Christ, who gave His life on the cross to pay the penalty for our sin and to restore our opportunity for a personal relationship with God (Ephesians 2:13; Romans 5:1-2). Even now, Christ continues to intercede – to mediate and plead our case – to His Father in heaven for all who come to Him (Hebrews 7:25; 4:14-16).
  2. Access to God requires the Holy Spirit’s help. The Spirit’s power withing the lives of Christ’s followers makes it possible for them to pray according to God’s perfect will and purpose (John 14:16-17; 16:13-14; Romans 8:15-16, 26-27).

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  1. REDEMPTION / EPHESIANS 1:7
  2. HIS … POWER / EPHESIANS 1:18-21
  3. CHILDREN OBEY / EPHESIANS 6:1
  4. GUIDED BY GRACE ABOUT

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REDEMPTION / EPHESIANS 1:7

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(KJV) Ephesians 1:7

In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;

REDEMPTION / EPHESIANS 1:7

The word translated “redemption” (Greek apolutrosis) occurs three times in Paul’s letter to the Ephesians (Ephesians 1:7, 14; 4:30). It means “ransomed or restored by the payment of a price.” To be redeemed also relates to being rescued and set free. The term “redemption” is very fitting because it shows how spiritual salvation was obtained – by the payment of a ransom. The price Jesus paid to save and restore up spiritually was extremely costly: “through His blood.” Paul explains that God’s provision of “redemption” and spiritual salvation through Christ’s personal sacrifice covers the full range of human need, this includes our need of forgiveness, spiritual liberation, restoration to a right relationship with God, peace, love, new life, understanding, community, acceptance, security, hope, and victory in our conflict against Satan and his forces of evil.

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  1. HIS … POWER / EPHESIANS 1:18-21
  2. CHILDREN OBEY / EPHESIANS 6:1
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HIS … POWER / EPHESIANS 1:18-21

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(KJV) Ephesians 1:18-21

The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints,

19And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power,

20Which he wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places,

21Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come:

HIS … POWER / EPHESIANS 1:18-21

In order for Christians to gain spiritual strength and ability, achieve victory over Satan and sin, communicate Christ’s message effectively and receive final salvation, they must have God’s power flowing into them continually. This power is a result of the strength and activity of the Holy Spirit working within faithful followers of Christ, purifying, refining, and preparing them for God’s purposes (1 Peter 1:5). It is the same power and Spirit that raised Christ from the dead and exalted Him to God’s right hand – the highest place of honor and authority (Ephesians 1:20; Romans 8:11-16, 26-27; Romans 8:16; Romans 8:26; Galatians 5:22-25).

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CHILDREN OBEY / EPHESIANS 6:1

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(KJV) Ephesians 6:1
Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right.

CHILDREN OBEY / EPHESIANS 6:1

Normally, children of Christian parents remain under parental guidance until they become part of another family unit through marriage.

  1. Small children must be taught to obey and honor their parents through godly training and instruction (Proverbs 13:24, 22:6).
  2. Older children, even after marriage, should continue to show respect for their parents’ counsel (Ephesians 6:2) and honor them in old age through care and financial support, if needed (Matthew 15:1-6).
  3. Children who honor their parents will be blessed by God, here on earth and in eternity (Ephesians 6:3).

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