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Ephesians 4:1 Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called. The gnawing tooth of decay cannot injure it. (SURPASSING) Exceeding what? --M R De Haan II (Our Daily Bread, Copyright RBC Ministries, Grand Rapids, MI. Represented by Tyndale House Publishers. True enlightenment continues to elude many because they have denied its source and have turned to gurus and teachers who have no light to give. Arriving at the church the next day, he found a seat behind a large pillar. Meditate on the truths in Ephesians Chapter One. Luke 24:45+ Then He (JESUS) opened (dianoigo) their minds (nous) to understand the Scriptures. Nothing can separate you from His love (Rom. 13:3; Ezra 9:8; Barn. (1Pe 1:3-5-See notes 1 Peter 1:3; 1:4; 1:5), Comment: Our "living hope" guarantees our inheritance, our protection until the revelation of our the final aspect of our salvation - glorification - when Christ returns "in the last time", Hoehner explains the relation of hope and calling -The genitive that follows (, calling) could be a genitive of source, hope has its origin in his call or more likely a subjective genitive hope produced by his calling (cf. Paul is praying for a deeper spiritual understanding, that "Aha" reaction we have when we begin to really understand something and exclaim "I see it! Jonah (A Day's Journey: 365 Daily Meditations from the Word), Jon Courson- And what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints. . This mighty power is at the Christian's disposal upon one condition only -- that of faith. Ephesians 1:18-23The Message. This power is one of three aspects of the mighty salvation God won for believers in Christ: 1. the hope to which God has called them, Living on the inside (You set us free) 1:31; 2:10, 19, 21; 3:1; 10:13, 33; 11:2; 23:4, 11; 28:6; 29:2; 30:15; 33:11, 13; 37:3; 40:9f, 26, 29, 31; 41:1; 42:13; 44:12; 45:1; 47:5, 9; 49:4f, 26; 51:9; 52:1; 58:1; 61:6; 62:8; 63:1, 15; Jer. (Eph 2:12+). He's the Father of our Master, Jesus Christ, and takes us to the high places of blessing in him. 3:1421). 4 Long before he laid down earth's foundations, he had us in mind, had settled on us as the focus of his love, to be made whole and holy by his love. Will you, starting today, begin to know by experience GodGods callingGods richesand Gods power?" It is great power: nothing less would suffice. QUESTION -What does it mean to be called by God? Paul is "struggling" to say what cannot be said. I am in total agreement with you. They are also his by conquest. Kleronomia compounded from kleros and nemo, allot, is first the activity of dividing by lot, then the portion so divided, the inheritance. Strengthened with might in the inner man (Eph3:16): with all might (Col. 1:11). Emotions are important, but they must be guided and controlled by an enlightened mind. The succession of ideas follows the order of conversion--first, "calling;" then acceptance to "inheritance;" lastly, "inward working of divine power" in the accepted. 36.2; 59.3). The grassland yields pasture to the cattle; and there is not a square inch of the enclosed territory that does not minister to the needs of the new proprietor. Help Them To Achieve (Ephesians 1:15-23) - Newspaper columnist Jean Calmen once wrote about a teacher she called Miss K. In her youth, Calmen had been a student of Miss K's, so she sent the teacher a copy of a column she was especially proud of. In Ephesians 1:3-14 Paul had just summed up what their calling involved. It will encourage you to go on. 5:2) and motivate you to godly living (1 John 3:3). (play "The Solid Rock"), Latter in Ephesians, Paul reminded the Gentile believers that in Christ they "were called in one hope of your calling (Eph 4:4+). Precious things of the sun and of the moon, for God is light; of the ancient mountains of his faithfulness, and the everlasting hills of his truth; of the fountains and brooks of his love, that gush spontaneously forth to satisfy and enrich. Jesus, You have given us freedom We so selfishly begin in our thinking with ourselves. Zondervan). She contacts a Christian organization that operates orphanages in Europe and learns they have an opening for a worker. Here is how this applies: As a believer, you are always in need of the Holy Spirit to enlighten the eyes of your heart to the great truths of the Bible. Paul would say "STOP IT!" 119:18) or other spiritual realities (2 Kings 6:17). 31:10; Ezek. Amen. As Paul shows (Rom. As for the worldling, God gives him anything, but for the Christian, God selects the best portion, and chooses his inheritance for him. (Ibid). The heart was the seat of understanding. NET NOTE -The perfect participle pephotismenous (ENLIGHTENED) may either be part of the prayer ("that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened") or part of the basis of the prayer ("since the eyes of your heart have been enlightened"). Don't you think it's time that the people of God begin to understand and to exercise Kingdom Authority? Esther (Back to the Bible), Choose Book of Bible to Study 1:1523; 3:1421; Phil. They dont know the reality of heaven. Ephesians 2:12 That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world: Ephesians 4:4 There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; Romans 5:4,5 And patience, experience; and experience, hope: . 5:13. 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. 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. Click for additional discussion on some of the aspects of the hope of this calling. Comment: The firm assurance or hope that believers have in this life is the return of Jesus Christ in glory to take them home into His presence and give them glorified bodies like His. Paul piles on words for power to make his point. Kardia in Ephesians - Eph. For Further Study: Read Genesis 2733, noting how God used the events of Jacobs life to transform his weak spiritual commitment to one that was strong and unconditional (see especially Gen. 28:2022; 32:912). Many of us skim the manual quickly (at best), or never bother to read it at all. 8:29;I John 3:1-2). This power is only for Christians, for those who believe. We will enjoy perfect happiness in a perfect environment where nothing will be spoiled by sin. It tells us all we need to know to walk with God and live wisely in light of eternity. In referring to those who believe Paul goes beyond the initial act of faith in God for salvation and speaks of a continuing and growing faith. GOD'S INHERITANCE IN THE SAINTS. In, on, among. Ye may know what is the hope of his calling. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. What did Paul ask? Ephesians 4:1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, Romans 8:28-30 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. There are enemies who want to rob us of our wealth (Eph 1:21; 6:11; 6:12 see notes Ep 1:21; 6:11; 6:12). (Ephesians: An Exegetical Commentary). ", Philippians 1:6 says, "Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ. 1 Peter 2:9+ But you are A CHOSEN RACE, A royal PRIESTHOOD, A HOLY NATION, A PEOPLE FOR Gods OWN POSSESSION, so that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; 2 Kings 6:17 Then Elisha prayed and said, O LORD, I pray, open his eyes that he may see. And the LORD opened the servants eyes and he saw; and behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha. Is it not in the resurrection of those who were dead in trespasses and sins from their spiritual stupor and separation from God, releasing them from the shackles of sin and subservience to Satan and setting them free in Christ? The principle is that we should pray for the promises of God to be realized in our hearts (cf 2Pe 1:4) Only the Spirit can reveal spiritual truth. The literal rendering is "the eyes of your understanding being enlightened." If youre not happy at this moment, neither will you be with a change of location, salary, or ministry. But heaven seems so far away, you say. his incomparably great power for us who believe. Harold Hoehner points out that "The NEB, NASB, and NIV state another request: I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened. They worship a lie (as do all cults who have exchanged the truth of God for the lie of Satan - cf Ro 1:25+). "Christ being raised from the dead dieth no more; death hath no more dominion over him." God had placed a call on Pauls life from the moment he was converted (Acts 9:1516). synkleronomos is a fellow heir, and kleronomeo means be an heir, inherit. We belong to Somebody. No, not at all. 1:19). Riches (4149) (ploutos) refers to the abundance of earthly goods, but here refers to spiritual abundance. We as His followers, can best imitate our Lord by learning to relinquish self reliance and instead relying on God's power which is manifest and effective through His Spirit in us, as we seek to continually be filled with Him (Eph 5:18+) and to walk by Him (Gal 5:16+). Odes Sol. 15-19Thats why, when I heard of the solid trust you have in the Master Jesus and your outpouring of love to all the followers of Jesus, I couldnt stop thanking God for youevery time I prayed, Id think of you and give thanks. This is the same power God brought about in Christ. Jesus healed by the power of the Holy Spirit (Acts 10:38); cast out demons by the power of the Holy Spirit (Mt 12:28); was resurrected from the dead by the power of the Holy Spirit (Ro 8:11+); and was seated at God's right hand in the heavenly places through the power of the Holy Spirit (Eph 1:19, 20+). Paul said that God's power is "to us-ward who believe" (Eph. John Calvin helpfully explained why Paul throws in just about every word that he can to describe Gods power towards us who believe. He gives the worldling husks; but he stops to find out the sweet fruits for his people. Thats why Paul prayed that God Himself would enlighten the hearts of the Ephesian believers (Eph. In all those ways the Holy Spirit empowers Gods children. SO THAT YOU WILL KNOW WHAT IS THE HOPE OF HIS CALLING: to eidenai (RAN) humas tis estin (PAI) e elpis tes kleseos autou: Romans 5:4-5 and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; 5 and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. Joel It is your hope of final glorification and of sharing Gods glory when Christ returns (Col. 3:4). The eyes of your understanding being enlightened By the Spirit of God already, to see the exceeding sinfulness of sin; the insufficiency of their own righteousness; the beauty, glory, fulness, and suitableness of Christ, as a Saviour; the excellency, truth, and usefulness of the doctrines of the Gospel; in which their understandings were before dark, but now had light into them: wherefore these words are not to be considered as part of the apostle's petitions, but rather as what was taken for granted by him; and are to be put into a parenthesis, and the following words to be joined in connection with the preceding verse; unless it should be thought, that the apostle prays for greater illuminations, and for more spiritual light, and that the eyes of their understandings might be more and more enlightened; the phrase, (lkvh Nye) , (omma thv dianoiav) , "the eye of the understanding", is Rabbinical, and often to be met with in Jewish writings F6; the Alexandrian copy, and several others, the Complutensian edition, the Vulgate Latin, and all the Oriental versions, read, "the eyes of your heart"; and to, (twbblh ynye) , "the eyes of the hearts, or minds", is a phrase used by the Jewish writers F7: that ye may know what is the hope of his calling; by which is meant, the effectual calling of the saints; which is not a call to an office, or a call merely by the external ministry of the word; but which is internal, special, powerful, high, and heavenly: and this is the calling of God, of which he is the author; who calls with an holy calling, unto eternal glory by Christ Jesus; and which is without repentance: and the hope of this calling, is either eternal happiness, which is the thing hoped for; or Christ, who is the ground and foundation of it; or the grace of hope, which is exercised on both; or all three: for hope of eternal glory, as it is founded on Christ, may be said to be the hope of the calling of God, because it is wrought in the soul at the time of the effectual calling, and what saints are then called to the exercise of; and calling grace, is an encouragement to hope for eternal life; since whom God calls, he justifies and glorifies: and now the apostle prays, that these saints who were called by the grace of God, might know more of Christ, the foundation of their hope; and what that is they are hoping for, and more and more what it is to hope for the same, upon the view of Christ's person, blood, and righteousness: and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints; the saints themselves are the Lord's portion, and the lot of his inheritance, in whom he is, and will be abundantly glorified; but here it rather seems to design the heavenly inheritance before spoken of, of which the Spirit is the earnest; and this is the Lord's, it is of his preparing, and it is his gift, and a very rich and glorious inheritance it is: hence it is not only signified by mansions, and everlasting habitations, by an house, and by a city, but by a kingdom; the riches of grace are preparatory to it, and the riches of glory are comprised in it; and this is in, or among the saints, who only have a right unto it, and a meetness for it; and what this inheritance is, with the riches and glory of it, will not be fully known in this life; and indeed but little of it is known; so that such a petition as this is always proper and pertinent. So Paul asks God to enlighten the eyes of our hearts so that we will know what is the hope of His calling and what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints. Rab. you may know . All the soldiers and the high priests could not keep the body of Christ in the tomb; Death himself could not hold Jesus in his bonds: even thus irresistible is the power put forth in the believer when he is raised to newness of life. Hoehner introduces the last section of chapter 1 -Paul prayed that they might know God more intimately in order to comprehend three things. It sounds vague and theoretical. (See the Three Tenses of Salvation), Lehman Strauss- And what is the exceeding greatness of His power to us-ward who believe (1:19). 4:13), I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. He meant that he was able to face and accomplish whatever God called him to do (see also, Eph. the thoughts or feelings; also the middle. But the antidote to these dangers is not to remain ignorant. 6:10-13). He wanted them to rise above self-serving behavior and develop the character and likeness of Christ. Christ has already won the victory over sin, death, the world, and Satan. The same power which raised the Head works life in the members. It is a very high honor conferred upon God's servants, that it is said of them, "He shall choose their inheritance." But there is a second reason why we need Gods power. It does not correspond to experience, and so you instinctively feel like this sermon is going to be like a piece of fiction. Observe, Those who have their eyes opened, and have some understanding in the things of God, have need to be more and more enlightened, and to . 5:2; 12:21, 25, 28, 30; 16:27f; 29:11f; 2 Chr. God the Father gave the world to Adam. THESE ARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE WORKING OF THE STRENGTH OF HIS MIGHT: kata ten energeian tou kratous tes ischuos autou: INDESCRIBABLY TRANSCENDENT Did you see it? But His riches are not in the universes that He possesses, nor in the substance of the earth that is His, but in the saints that He purchased at infinite cost, namely, the precious blood of His only begotten Son (I Pet. Ephesians 1:18-19 In-Context 16 I couldn't stop thanking God for you - every time I prayed, I'd think of you and give thanks. For as a man thinketh in his heart, so is he. When we are saved we receive all of Gods grace and all of His power, and that assures us of the realization of our eternal hope. No spendthrift hand can scatter or over-spend its treasures. Thats why Jesus said no one can snatch you out of the Fathers hand (John 10:29). 2:14; 1 Pet. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. If anyone should instill hope and bring out the best in others, it should be the Christian. The contrast between the two verbs is illustrated in John 8:55, Ye have not known Him [ginsk, you have not entered upon the knowledge]: but I know Him (oida, that is, I have perfect knowledge of Him). Eph 3:7+ of which I was made a minister, according to the gift of Gods grace which was given to me according to the working of His power. One might think of ischus as God's latent power. ", Colossians 1:29 records Paul's testimony: "I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily.". For we saw (eido) His star in the east, and have come to worship Him." The saints knew to a degree what the concept of being "in Christ" meant but not in a deep intuitive way. 3:7; Eph. The city of Ephesus is, by Pliny {a}, called the other light of Asia; Miletus was one, and Ephesus the other: it was the metropolis of the lesser Asia, and one of the twelve cities of Ionia, and the first and chief of them: it is said to be built by the Amazons {b}: it was famous for the magnificent temple of Diana; and the inhabitants of it were very much given to superstition and idolatry, and even to devilish arts, Ac 19:19. He set it all out before us in Christ, a long-range plan in which everything would be brought together and summed up in him, everything in deepest heaven, everything on planet earth. They will give us the strength to persevere in godliness. From a primary elpo; expectation or confidence. Amos Proverbs 20:27The spirit of man is the lamp of the LORD, Searching all the innermost parts of his being. Knowing these truths in a deeper, more intuitive way, you will be empowered by His Spirit to stand firm on Who He is and how faithful He will be to all of His promises towards you. This is the curse of Christian living. 1 Corinthians 1:1). In other words, Paul had prayed (Eph 1:17) that they might have true spiritual insight into God, and then he included the phrase, having the eyes of your heart enlightened (RSV). Genesis For example, Jesus said that evil thoughts come out of the heart (Matt.

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