Ephesians 2:11-22 What is God's Plan for His Church?
06/20/24 • 21 min
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Is God's plan for His church truly unfolding in our time? Join us as we explore this divine construction and the pivotal roles of church leaders, drawing from the instructions of Jesus to Peter and the wisdom Paul shared with the Corinthians. We'll discuss how church leaders are not just shepherds but empower and uplift their congregations. Through the lineage of Israel and the arrival of Jesus as a beacon to the Gentiles, we'll demonstrate that God's promises are steadfast and unyielding, even against the odds. By examining stories like those of Abraham and Sarah, we see that what seems impossible to man is always possible with God.
But what does it mean to be God's temple? In this episode, we dive deep into biblical prophecies from Daniel and Revelation, highlighting the enduring significance of Israel in God’s ultimate plan. We'll discuss the unity of believers, stressing that both Jews and Gentiles form God's holy temple, built on the foundation of Christ. Reflecting on Ephesians 1:7-10, we explore the boundless redemption and forgiveness offered through Christ's sacrifice, revealing the grand mystery of God's will to unite all things under Him. Tune in, be inspired, and strengthen your faith journey with us today.
Please visit www.chosenbydesign.net for more information on Pastor Harry’s new book, "Chosen By Design - God’s Purpose for Your Life."
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Is God's plan for His church truly unfolding in our time? Join us as we explore this divine construction and the pivotal roles of church leaders, drawing from the instructions of Jesus to Peter and the wisdom Paul shared with the Corinthians. We'll discuss how church leaders are not just shepherds but empower and uplift their congregations. Through the lineage of Israel and the arrival of Jesus as a beacon to the Gentiles, we'll demonstrate that God's promises are steadfast and unyielding, even against the odds. By examining stories like those of Abraham and Sarah, we see that what seems impossible to man is always possible with God.
But what does it mean to be God's temple? In this episode, we dive deep into biblical prophecies from Daniel and Revelation, highlighting the enduring significance of Israel in God’s ultimate plan. We'll discuss the unity of believers, stressing that both Jews and Gentiles form God's holy temple, built on the foundation of Christ. Reflecting on Ephesians 1:7-10, we explore the boundless redemption and forgiveness offered through Christ's sacrifice, revealing the grand mystery of God's will to unite all things under Him. Tune in, be inspired, and strengthen your faith journey with us today.
Please visit www.chosenbydesign.net for more information on Pastor Harry’s new book, "Chosen By Design - God’s Purpose for Your Life."
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Please visit www.chosenbydesign.net for more information on Pastor Harry’s new book, "Chosen By Design - God’s Purpose for Your Life."
The TakeAway - Ephesians 2:11-22 What is God's Plan for His Church?
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Hello , welcome again to the Takeaway . I'm your host , pastor Harry Behrens , and in today's episode we're going to discuss how God is constructing His church , or carrying out His plan to redeem and equip those he has called to accomplish His will . In our last episode we looked at the first part of chapter 2 and saw that we were dead in our sins and unable to save ourselves .
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