Walking through Ephesians - Day 72
versebyverse | January 21, 2008 21:40
Thought: To me, the knowledge that God is my "Father" brings me deep peace, unlimited joy and an indescribable sense of security.
Question: Have I accepted God's right to be in authority over me?
Scripture: Ephesians 4:6 (NIV): "one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all."
Paul has been emphasizing unity. He began that emphasis in chapter 2 when he addressed Gentiles, and in verse 14 described the tearing down of a dividing wall between Jews and Gentiles. Now in chapter 4 he lists reasons why he prays for them to know God and God's love in depth; it is because we are all brought together into this one great purpose. Thus in being brought together under and amidst God's great love, we are pulled in under one "canopy"; one body, spirit, hope, Lord, faith, baptism--and all under Our One God and Father. God is orderly, in charge and control, and over all--everything. He is at work through all events--nothing takes place without His involvement in it, and His effort working throughout its course.
"Father", to me, means originator, patriarchal seed, ruler, authority, progenitor among other things. God is all of these things to us, and more. Do we relate to Him as Father?
Prayer: Jehovah God, I cannot think of a better "Father" than You! Thank You for adopting me into Your great family! Amen.
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Re: Walking through Ephesians - Day 72
Jake Carlson | 01/22/2008, 10:25
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Re: Walking through Ephesians - Day 72
Jake Carlson | 01/22/2008, 10:25