THOUGHT - MacArthur's comment makes "sense" because if you love Him, you will obey Him (Jn 14:15) and (Spirit enabled) obedience to Him opens the "windows of heaven" to have spiritual blessings poured out (in this case enlightenment) from Him. Don't you think it's time all Heaven broke loose? 8:3839)! Leaning his head on the seat in front of him, he trembled. The idea is to cause something to be fully known by revealing clearly and in some detail. 3:20). Its broad acres have been made over to thee by deed of gift. | GotQuestions.org, What does the Bible say about the power of words? The same divine power that created, sustains, and controls the universe secures your salvation. Constable strings these words together writing that "Power (Gr. Knowing with absolute certainty where we are going should give believers the confidence to live as more than conquerors now (Ro 8:37). Samuel Chadwick writes: "The Church that is man-managed instead of God-governed is doomed to failure. Here Paul in effect prays that they would come to a beyond the shadow of a doubt knowledge of the hope of their calling, God's inheritance in them and their power. 6:2; 8:3; 10:7; 17:17; Jdg. The ultimate hope for Christians is to be with their Lord (Rom 5:45; 8:20, 2425; 12:12; 15:13; Gal 5:5; Col 1:5; Titus 1:2) and they eagerly wait for his coming, unlike the heathen who have no hope (Eph 2:12; 1 Thess 4:1318; 5:8; Titus 2:13; 1 John 3:3). Haggai Deuteronomy None of us has to live a defeated life. Now they needed to understand the hope of that calling so that they would then walk worthy of that calling. That is why one cannot receive the full impact of the meaning of the Word of God except as the Holy Spirit illuminates his mind to understand it. He sealed us with the Holy Spirit so that we might be kept until the day of redemption, absolutely, totally, eternally secure in our salvation. 2:11. Nothing less than omnipotence can save a soul; and omnipotence at its very best in the glorification of Christ is none too great for the salvation of a sinner. I suppose its all right to pray for that addition to a new Sunday School wing. Part of that prayer is, I pray that . But let us not stop here - believers needed resurrection power to be saved the first time (justification) and are in continual need of this same power for "daily salvation" (progressive sanctification, "present tense" salvation) from the world, the flesh and the devil! Ischus is used of angelic power in 2 Peter whereas angels who are greater in might and power do not bring a reviling judgment against them before the Lord. Energeia describes Gods power in raising Christ, Paul instructing the Colossian saints that they have "been buried with Him (Christ) in baptism, in which you were also raised up with Him through faith in the (supernatural) working (energeia) of God, Who raised Him from the dead (Note well - Paul says the Holy Spirit is God and He was the the One Who "raised Jesus from the dead" - Ro 8:11+) " (Col 2:12+). Ephesians 1:1820. He returned home and wrote his wife, who was away: There has come a complete change into my life. The Holy Spirit has sealed the believer, providing the necessary down payment to give assurance and security of the eternal destination to the believer (Ephesians 1:1314). Jon Courson - Throughout Scripture, the word hope always refers to that which is coming, to that which is ahead. And because the height of this mystery cannot be easily attained unto. (THE MEASURE OF IMMEASURABLE POWER), Surpassing (5235) (huperballo from hupr = above + bllo = cast) literally means to throw beyond the usual mark and figuratively means to excel or surpass. 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. Too many people are trusting Christ for the power to save their souls and not trusting Him for the power to live day by day. The young man then begins to study that nation and enrolls in a missions-focused school. She discusses her burden with her pastor and her spiritual mentor. The new has come, Now I have resurrection power living on the inside Nick "watch out for Adam" - The Young and the Restless - Soaps.com's "and to earnestly desire to walk worthy of the calling to which they have been called, motivated by the "hope of His calling". It sounds idealistic. 8:30), And these whom He predestined, He also called; and these whom He called, He also justified; and these whom He justified, He also glorified. That sequence is certain! 1:10; Heb. Jeremiah In that case, it was used of the believers inheritance which is their share in heaven. That view stresses the value God places on us as believers, as demonstrated in Christs death, the forgiveness of our sins, and the abundant grace that He lavishes on us (Eph 1: 78). I greet you with the grace and peace poured into our lives by God our Father and our Master, Jesus Christ. Colossians 3:15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful. It is possible to excel in mechanics and fail in dynamic. That men might know the measure of Gods power. I go to prepare a place for you (John 14:12). Well, look, its the power that he wrought in Christ when he raised him from the dead. It is one of ourselves who has strength enough to bear the burden of the glory, one of ourselves who can stand within the blaze of encircling and indwelling Divinity and be unconsumed. They are not only his by choice, but by purchase. Whereas the first and second concepts to be understood dealt with the past and future respectively, the third deals with the power of God in the present time toward believers. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened- Physical eyes (or ears) cannot see (hear) these deeper truths. Or. 2 Peter He wanted them to rise above self-serving behavior and develop the character and likeness of Christ. (cf Dt 32:9+) And thats what we are. To which is added another, and that is redemption; the author of which is Christ; the price, or procuring and meritorious cause of it is his blood; a branch of which is forgiveness of sins; and the whole is according to the plenteous and free grace of God, Eph 1:7, the entire plan and scheme of which is the produce of abundant wisdom and prudence, Eph 1:8, and is no other than the mystery of the will of God revealed in the Gospel, according to his sovereign will and purpose, Eph 1:9, which lay hid within himself until the fulness of times, or the Gospel dispensation, in which Christ being sent, has gathered all together in himself, Eph 1:10, through whom the saints enjoy the inheritance they are adopted to in predestination, which is the effect of an unfrustrable purpose, and a wise counsel and will, Eph 1:11. Why is it important to know what is the surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe? 3:8; 4:13; 5:4; 7:16; Nah. ESV having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints. And what is - And is a connective, which signifies that a word or part of a sentence is to be added to what precedes. It's coming together, and it's all up under the headship of Jesus Christ. Are you praying the promises of God for yourself and your family and the body of Christ? (Ephesians- Life In The Heights), THOUGHT - Remember that believers are called to be imitators of Jesus (1Cor 11:1+, cf 1Jn 2:6+, 1Pe 2:21+) and in that light we need to recall that during Jesus' earthly ministry, He lived out His life in the power of the Holy Spirit. I have total trust in You. Paul does not pray, Lord, give them power. He prays, Lord, help their spiritual eyes see, and appropriate the power they already have resident within. The incomprehensible, dynamic power of the resurrected Christ is already in us. This certainty is provided in Jesus Christ. Play Chris Tomlin's Resurrection Power. Nevertheless, in this verse Paul is referring to the subjective hope. Maybe we need to go back and read the manual! The first dealt with the past, where the hope was produced by the calling of his people to himself. Paul is praying "that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of him, having the eyes . A blessing found at Qumran reads, May He illuminate your heart with the discernment of life and grace you with eternal knowledge (1QS 2:3; cf. 6:4; Heb. From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application. (Eph 1:3). What a disappointment to someone who helped contribute to that $50 million figure! Kratos is exercised strength whereas ischus refers to great inherent strength. This is the same mighty power, NLT: I pray that you will begin to understand the incredible greatness of his power for us who believe Him. 15-19 That's 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 couldn't stop thanking God for youevery time I prayed, I'd think of you and give thanks. At the center of all this, Christ rules the church. Yes, God's Word promises us great richestreasures that we cannot even attempt to purchase with any amount of money. Rather, it is constantly to be praying as you study the Word, Lord, enlighten the eyes of my heart so that I may know, love, and obey You better!. All rights reserved. Salem Media Group. He also gives us the powerthe enablementto practice the truth (Eph. Romans 8:28-30 And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. Hither the Apostle Paul first went after he had been at Corinth, though he then made but a short stay; when he came thither again, he found twelve disciples, and was the instrument of making a great many more: here he continued two or three years and formed a Gospel church, very large and flourishing, to whom he writes this epistle; and which was written by him when he was a prisoner at Rome, as appears by several passages in it, \Eph 3:1 4:1 6:20\, and seems to have been written much about the same time as were the epistles to the Philippians, and to the Colossians, and to Philemon. Notice that pisteuo is in the present tense which describes those who are continuously believing as for example would be demonstrated by their lifestyle, which is generally (not perfectly) directed God-ward and Heaven-ward (homeward). How much divine energy is at my disposal? Leviticus Others are called to be pastors, teachers, worship leaders, Bible translators, or to a host of other avenues that honor the Lord. Miss K had always taught her students to have confidence in their abilities. 119:18) or other spiritual realities (2 Kings 6:17). This expression was often used metaphorically for faith (Pss. Paul is praying for the Ephesians understanding of Gods work on their behalf. Comment: The fact that Paul qualifies this "hope" as "one hope" emphasizes that there is the same ultimate, glorious reality for all of the church, whether Jew or Gentile! View (1) is probably the more valid interpretation although both views are taught in Scripture and the Greek text does allow for both interpretations. His power provides the way of escape from every temptation that we face (1 Cor. But where are You?. We belong to Somebody. The Christian needs supernatural power, and God would have us see how great is His power to accomplish His purposes in us. Ephesians 1:18 I. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, NLT (revised)I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's power for us who believe him. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. Paul is praying for the Ephesians to be able to supernaturally grasp the truths in Ephesians 1:3-14 where we see that saints are (1) chosen (Eph 1:4+), (2) predestined (Eph 1:5+,, Eph 1:11+), (3) adopted as sons (Eph 1:5+), (4) accepted in the Beloved (Eph 1:6+- see article Accepted in the Beloved), (5) redeemed through His blood (Ephesians 1:7+), (6) forgiven (Eph 1:7+), (7) sealed with the Holy Spirit (Ep 1:13+) and (8) given the earnest of our inheritance (Ep 1:14+). I pray that you may know the surpassing greatness of [Gods] power toward us who believe (Eph. For example, Jesus said that evil thoughts come out of the heart (Matt. Matthew 1 Chronicles Out of nothing, nothing comes, is the usual rule. He rarely had a good nights sleep, and guards stood constantly at his door. F B Meyer (takes view #1) here sees Paul as referring to believers as God's inheritance! It is a great truth that God does choose the inheritance for his people. (See The Oneness of Covenant), Harold Hoehner -Paul then used three additional words to describe Gods power. Thus we are His portion or inheritance which He will finally and ultimately possess throughout eternity. And he did so with great expectations. Proverbs With his natural mind, man cannot understand the things of God. After addressing the role and example of Gods power inEphesians 1:114, Paul then informs the Ephesians that he gives thanks for them and their faith (verses 1516). Why is it important to know what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints? 1:19; Eph. Although dynamite is derived from this word, there is no suggestion here or anywhere in the Bible that Gods power is instantaneous or explosive. We live in a day when denominations, Churches, and religious organizations are running on man-made programs, social agendas, and orders handed down from denominational headquarters. Hoeher comments that "Having mentioned the surpassing greatness of Gods power, Paul is now going to show that it is literally according to the power of the power of his power. Paul lists a series of three words for power used to describe the standard of the surpassing greatness of Gods power." See more belowon what it means to be called by God. No longer bound by sin and darkness Nevertheless, the distinctions in these words is somewhat difficult to appreciate and convey in the form of a simple definition. Is she supposed to do something about this? We were designed before the foundation of the world to be His workmanship, glorifying Him as we bring forth the fruit He desires (Ephesians 1:45;2:10). The hope of your calling is grounded in Gods promises and in Christs accomplishments. get to know the Bible better! God wants you to know the hope of His calling, the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and the surpassing greatness of His power toward believers. Its in Christ that we find out who we are and what we are living for. Peter saysThink it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you. Rise to the occasion; do the thing. When you begin to understand what is the hope of His calling in your life, the assurance and certainty associated with that calling and when you begin to realize that now we only have the earnest of that calling, but that one day well have the full payment, then whatever comes your way you can stand fast on the truth of what God has accomplished for you in Christ in the past, present and future. Third is kratos (strength), which may also be translated dominion (1 Ti 6:16) or power (Heb. NET NOTE has an interesting comment that a paraphrase reads "Since you are enlightened by Gods Spirit, I pray that you may comprehend the hope to which he has called you, the spiritual riches that await the saints in glory, and the spiritual power that is available to the saints now. Thus, the prayer focuses on all three temporal aspects of our salvation as these are embedded in the genitivesthe past (calling), the future (inheritance), and the present (power toward us who believe). But the effectual call is the lightning bolt that connects. The "bad" news is that it doesn't have anything to do with money. Not a stain on its pure robes; not a freckle on its leaves; not a taint of miasma on its atmosphere. So what does he do? Ephesians 1:18 M:BCL - your eyes focused and | Biblia Incorruptible! energy) of the might (kratous, power that overcomes resistance, as in Christs miracles; this word is used only of God, never of believers) of Gods inherent strength (ischyos) which He provides (cf. 6:23; 1 Ki. Philippians 3:14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. -- Ears from Harvested Sheaves. ", Revelation 7:12 (note) saying, "Amen, blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might, be to our God forever and ever. The good news is that God's Word does promise riches to the believer. Figuratively, as used in this verse, photizo means to make clear, to cause to fully know or to cause to understand and is used of God's enlightenment through revelation. (Lehman Strauss Commentary Devotional Studies on Paul's Letters to the Galatians and Ephesians- online), Kenneth Wuest says that dunamis "power in the sense of that which overcomes resistance or effects a change" (In Mark 5:30 literal Greek = Jesus, perceiving in Himself the out from Him power going out) It was some of (Jesus') supernatural power which He felt leaving Him in the accomplishing of the miraculous cure". But where is He?. It is a very high honor conferred upon God's servants, that it is said of them, "He shall choose their inheritance." We so selfishly begin in our thinking with ourselves. The power mentioned inEphesians 1:1920is continually attributed to God, not us. I am in total agreement with you. Micah Thats amazing. It always has the meaning of an effective power which does things and which any man can recognize." But I do more than thank. POWER FOR EVERY SAINT. The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that you may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints. Ephesians 1:18-19 Commentary | Precept Austin We may not be able to conquer Satan all at once, but he cannot conquer us at all. This down payment from God is the first installment on whats coming, a reminder that well get everything God has planned for us, a praising and glorious life. Hope gives us the assurance that we are going toward something better than this present life. I feel now that I want to serve God, if He can use me, instead of making the goal of my life the making of money. Emotions are important, but they must be guided and controlled by an enlightened mind. The surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe. This is what the Lord says: Let not the wise boast of their wisdom or the strong boast of their strength or the rich boast of their riches, but let the one who boasts boast about this: that they have the understanding to know me, that I am the Lord, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight, declares the Lord. He reminded us of the motivation behind prayercommunicating with the One who is in control of all things. Aristotle (Rhet., i., 5) says strength (ischus)is the power of moving another as one wills; and that other is to be moved either by drawing or pushing or carrying or pressing or compressing; so that the strong (ho ischuros) is strong for all or for some of these things.. Ephesians 1:18 - Verse-by-Verse Bible Commentary - StudyLight.org Second is energeia (working), the energizing force of the Spirit that empowers believers to live for the Lord. | 8,801 views. Thats why Jesus said no one can snatch you out of the Fathers hand (John 10:29). | GotQuestions.org, How can we rely on the power of God? Victory is ours! ", Ischus - 251 uses in the Septuagint (LXX) - Ge4:12; 31:6; 49:3; Ex.9:16; 15:6, 13; 32:11, 18; Lev. Did you see it? But this is as impossible to our unaided energy, as for the swallow to follow the majestic flight of the golden eagle, soaring sunward. Seated with Him. Has God given this power to the believer according toEphesians 1:1920? We have been called, chosen, justified, and glorified for we are saved by grace through faith in Christ and are become his chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation. This hope is of the perfection of all, which we are called to enjoy really, but imperfectly, here.
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