Day 47: Ephesians 3:20
Ephesians 3:20
The Blueprint — The Verse
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,
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The Context — The History
Paul wrote to Ephesian Gentiles who had come from pagan backgrounds with limited expectations of the divine. The God of Israel was now revealed as able to exceed every human request and imagination through inner spiritual power.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Ephesians 3 is Paul's prayer that believers would grasp the dimensions of Christ's love. He bows before the Father and praises God whose power working in us far surpasses anything we could ask or conceive.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Ephesians 3:19
19and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Ephesians 3:19) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Ephesians 3:21
21to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Ephesians 3:21) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- What have you asked or imagined that seems too big for God?
- How have you seen God's power at work within you or your church?
- Why does Paul emphasize God's ability rather than our limited faith?