BEST VALUE in digital Bible study. (Ephesians: An Exegetical Commentary). Even true believers greatly want heavenly wisdom. Paul says this enlightenment is abiding and permanent state (See previous noteon what this means regarding the translation). What (5101) (tis) is singular in contrast to the next clause regarding "riches" which is introduced with "what are" which is plural. Why is there such a power shortage among professing Christians today? Peter expresses the same thought in 1 Peter 1:5, where he says you are protected by the power of God through faith in Christ. This is also apparent when 1Samuel 2:12 says that Elis sons were wicked men who did not know Yahweh. The object of his prayers is described as the God of Christ, and Father of glory; the petitions to him are for an increase of knowledge of Christ from the Spirit, as a spirit of wisdom and revelation, Eph 1:17, and that they might have a clearer view of the nature of that glory they were called unto, and were hoping for, Eph 1:18, and observe the wonderful display of the power of God in their conversion and faith; which is illustrated by comparing it with that power which was shown in raising Christ from the dead, Eph 1:20, which leads the apostle to take notice of the exaltation of Christ at the right hand of God in heaven, consequent on his resurrection; where he is advanced above angels and men, and has all things in subjection to him for the good of his church, of which he is the head, and which is his body and fulness, Eph 1:21-23. Ecclesiastes You might not always sense it, but its there nonetheless. Either way you interpret this phrase, whether we are heirs to a vast fortune in heaven or whether we are Gods special inheritance (both are true), the application is the same. 10:16; 51:19; etc.). Psalm 13:3 Consider and answer me, O LORD my God; Enlighten my eyes, or I will sleep the sleep of death. This power was irresistible. The Message (MSG). The other day, when travelling in Scotland, I was introduced to some farmers whose soil was naturally of the poorest description; and yet, in answer to my inquiries, I found that they were able to raise crops of considerable weight and value. To use the Greek word, it is amaranthine (see amarantinos). He does not ask God to give them what they do not have, but rather prays that God will reveal to them what they already have. We must live as saints, Gods holy ones, separate from this evil world. In that case, it was used of the believers inheritance which is their share in heaven. (Drawing Near: Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith). Nor do we need to pray for power to do Gods will. He teaches you to recognize and uphold what is excellent so that you will be sincere and blameless before God (Phil. 1.12; Odes Sol. Exodus He let us in on that mystery. And so they liken them to fruit and branch and root; but we need simply say that the gathering together of words so nearly co-extensive in their meaning is witness to the effort to condense the infinite within the bounds of human tongue, to speak the unspeakable; and that these reiterated expressions, like the blows of the billows that succeed one another on the beach, are hints of the force of the infinite ocean that lies behind 'According to the working of the strength of the might which He wrought in Christ' - the Resurrection, the Ascension, the session at the right hand of God, the rule over all creatures, and the exaltation above all things on earth or in the heavens - these are the facts which the Apostle brings before us as the pattern-works, the chefs-d'oeuvre of the power that is operating in all Christians. Working, strength, and might or mighty further describe this power. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened- Physical eyes (or ears) cannot see (hear) these deeper truths. The Greek word translated power is dunamis, from which we get dynamite and dynamo. (Ephesians Commentary). There's more than enough power to break the hold of all sinful habits; more than enough to give deliverance from temptation; more than enough to enable the believer to live above circumstances. Salem Media Group. But that he should find the riches of glory in them!--this passes thought. How wonderful to know that each moment of the day God is working within you in such a way. the more we will be motivated THOUGHT - God's great doctrine of our calling should cause all the "called of Jesus Christ" to exclaim "Glory! (The Bible Knowledge Commentary), John MacArthur has an excellent discussion of this verse - Paul uses four different Greek synonyms to emphasize the greatness of that power. Note: This discussion of kleronomia is the same explanatory note that is found in Ephesians 1:14-note (if you have already read that one). The living family of God want a living Saviour, one who can hear and answer prayer, deliver out of soul-trouble, speak a word with power to the heart when bowed down with grief and sorrow, sympathise with them under powerful temptations, support them under the trials and afflictions of the way, maintain under a thousand discouragements His own life in their soul, sustain under bereavements the mourning widow, and be a father to her fatherless children; appear again and again in providence as a friend that loveth at all times and a brother born for adversity, smile upon them in death, and comforting them with His rod and staff as they walk through the valley of its dark shadow, land them at last safely in a happy eternity. that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints. The text is clear! Do you have the power of God in your life? Its in Christ that we find out who we are and what we are living for. Thus ability (Mt. Nehemiah 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. Many Christians have a stick your head in the sand attitude when it comes to grappling with the difficult doctrines of the Bible. But Ephesians emphasizes God's inheritance in the saints. I have riches of value untold. The NET Bible is similar translating it ""since the eyes of your heart have been enlightened". You have given us freedom, That I'm dressed in Your royalty 2 Timothy The text doesnt indicate that we personally have the power to raise the dead or perform other miracles. He also helped found Fuller Seminary in 1947 and worked ceaselessly for Christ until his death in 1968. The heart is the seat of emotions in some cultures, but in the Greek culture it was not. He will win for Himself a great name, as He turns thy desert places into gardens, and makes thy wildernesses blossom as the rose. Oh! The NTs concept of hope is built on the OT and has the elements of expectation, a trust in God, and the patient waiting for Gods outworking of his plan. God may. Thats why he prayed for our enlightenment (Eph 1:18). Because He wants to hang out on the Columbia River? It is power to overcome what stands in the way. Yes, we are, indeed, the conquered captives of his omnipotent love. We have been called by grace, to glory. We belong to Somebody. There must be no reserve put on any part of our being. Isaiah The hope of His calling points to the certain eternal destiny and future glory of the saints, and especially the fact that these mortal bodies will but on immortality and will forever be like Christ (cf 1Co 15:53+, Ro 8:29-30+ where "glorified" is past tense it is so certain!, Php 3:21+, 1Jn 3:2+). No sooner has the emigrant reached his estate, than he commences to prospect it. As saints, were Gods inheritance, His treasure, His prize! Thayer summarizes kleronomia as (1) an inheritance, property received (or to be received) by inheritance, or (2) what is given to one as a possession. The Holy Spirit-Walking Like Jesus Walked! A little spark of accomplishment Note that Paul writes to living saints (not dead ones), people who have put faith in Christ. properly transcendent and immeasurable, and passes thought and desire and knowledge. For years, Ive been hearing Jesus could come at any time. The Christian Church is precious to God. The definite article in Greek ("the") precedes pisteuo, which means these are literally "the" believing ones (i.e., they are genuine believers). Remember that the first three chapters are doctrine but the last three are "duty," calling for a walk "in step" with the doctrinal truths. Is this not every believers great challenge and need?! Is she supposed to do something about this? 1 Timothy 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith; take hold of the eternal life to which you were called, and you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses. As we step into the lifts which are attached to so many factories and offices, and expect them to bear us upward, never doubting for a moment that they will do it if only we keep in the line of their ascent; so, if we would keep in abiding fellowship with the Holy Spirit--i.e., if we would not wilfully step out of the range of his blessed help--we should find ourselves mounting with wings as eagles, and going from strength to strength. In Ephesians 5:27, Paul says that Gods aim is that He might present to Himself the church, in all her glory, having no spot or wrinkle or any such thing; but that she would be holy and blameless. In Colossians 1:27, Paul says that to the saints, God willed to make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.. This same power resides in believers because we are in Christ and He is in us. So that Paul portrays the heart as having eyes to see and by seeing to gain knowledge. For example, Deuteronomy 32:9 says, For the Lords portion is His people; Jacob is the allotment of His inheritance. Psalm 33:12 proclaims, Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people whom He has chosen for His own inheritance. (See, also, Deut. 5:13. 12:2) by filling you with the knowledge of [Gods] will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding (Col. 1:9). Ischus is inherent power or force. Or. Here in Ephesians Paul first prays for God to grant them a true experiential knowledge (epignosis) of God (Eph 1:17) and then in Ephesians 1:18 appeals to God to illuminate their tender hearts, the very core of their being, with an intuitive, beyond a chance of doubt knowledge (eido) on three specific issues - hope, riches of His inheritance and power. fort bliss ets brief, katherine mary mcmahon mcqueen,
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