Saved by Grace, Not by Works – Ephesians 2:8-9
Many believe they can earn a place in heaven by doing enough good. But Scripture is clear that we are saved by grace, not by works.
Ephesians
Studies from Paul’s letter to the Ephesians
Chosen in Christ to Be Holy and Blameless – Ephesians 1:4
We have been richly blessed spiritually when we are in Christ. In particular, we have been chosen to be seen as holy and blameless by God.
The Incomparable Riches of His Grace – Ephesians 2:6-7
Even when I was dead, God raised me up with Christ. Why? To demonstrate the incomparable riches of his grace to me throughout eternity. Amazing!
Rooted and Established in Love – Ephesians 3:17b
Paul prays that we would be able to grasp the extent of Christ’s love, and to know that unknowable love. But first we need to be rooted in love.
Put Off the Old Self – Ephesians 4:22-24
Paul calls on us to do a complete makeover. To put off the old self that is corrupted. And to put on a new self. A self created by God to be holy.
The Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God – Ephesians 6:17b
Take up the sword of the Spirit when engaging with the enemy. The Bible, when energized by the Spirit, is a formidable weapon in spiritual warfare.
Take the Helmet of Salvation – Ephesians 6:17a
Put on the helmet of salvation, the hope of eternal life. It will protect you from doubt when life gets challenging. Keep your eyes fixed on the goal.
Take Up the Shield of Faith – Ephesians 6:16
Our enemy, the devil, will be firing flaming arrows at us, seeking to cripple our effectiveness in the kingdom. Deflect them with the shield of faith.
Feet Fitted with the Gospel of Peace – Ephesians 6:15
As believers we are called to take the gospel of peace to all we encounter as we go out into the world. Share the message that will set people free.
The Breastplate of Righteousness in Place – Ephesians 6:14b
Your enemy will attack relentlessly. So keep your breastplate of righteousness in place. Dons give the devil an opening to use against you.