What does Paul say about God and the actions of God in Ephesians 3:7-13? Paul again lays claim to being a “minister” through “the gift of God’s grace” (Ephesians 3:7, ESV; compare Ephesians 3:1-2). This gift, like the gospel itself, is not granted because of the worth of the recipient, but through God’s grace. Paul underlines this point by … Continue reading –>
The book of Ephesians does show us “How to Follow Jesus in Trying Times”: Hymn 623 – I Will Follow Thee, My Saviour so that our actions will always speak louder than our words. With all that Paul writes to us in Ephesians, we are encouraged to say Give Me The Bible – Hymn 272 so that … Continue reading –>
Key Thought Paul tells us in Ephesians that we need more than just a shallow experience with God to be laborers together with God; we should seek for a deep spiritual understanding of the things of God. August 5, 2023 1. Have a volunteer read Ephesians 3:1-6. Ask class members to share a short thought … Continue reading –>
Lesson 6 *July 29-August 4 The Mystery of the Gospel SABBATH AFTERNOON Read for This Week’s Study: Ephesians 3:1-21 ; Job 11:5-9 ; Ezekiel 43:13-16 ; Amos 7:7-8 ; Revelation 11:1-2 . Memory Text: “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that … Continue reading –>
What is the mystery that has been entrusted to Paul? Ephesians 3:1-6. As you study Ephesians 3:1-6, note the following: First, Paul writes this part of the letter specifically to Gentile believers in the house churches of Ephesus (Ephesians 3:1). Second, Paul claims to be the recipient of something he labels “the stewardship of God’s grace,” given to him … Continue reading –>
Read Ephesians 3:1-21. As you do so, identify one or two main themes. What major points does Paul make? Ephesians chapter 3 displays an interesting structure. Paul begins the chapter with these words: “For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for you Gentiles” (Ephesians 3:1, NKJV). Then, he breaks off for what turns … Continue reading –>
Sabbath Afternoon Read for This Week’s Study: Ephesians 3:1-21; Job 11:5-9; Ezekiel 43:13-16; Amos 7:7-8; Revelation 11:1-2. Memory Text: “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and … Continue reading –>
The Mission program of the Seventh-day Adventist Church is an opportunity for us to understand the needs of others and share in supporting them. Please click on the image below to watch the Mission Spotlight presentation for this week: (2)
Continue reading -->that we should no longer be children’…. Ephesians 4:14 NKJV Jesus tells us we need to be born again. He tells us we must enter His kingdom as a little child. We must die to self and be born again, as we have things we need to unlearn and relearn. We must come as little … Continue reading –>
Safe in Jesus: Part 2 By Andrew McChesney One afternoon, 16-year-old Almira decided to take a nap after returning home from school, exhausted from months of fitful nights. She lay down on a couch, her face to the open door of the room. She was at home alone. Suddenly, she sensed the presence in the … Continue reading –>
