Ephesians 1:6 to the praise of the glory of His grace, which He freely bestowed on us in the Beloved. God’s glory-grace given. Paul repeats the phrase “to the praise of the glory” or “to the praise of His glory” three times in Ephesians 1. Then continues two more times referring to God’s glory. Five references to glory in one chapter. Whose glory? God’s. Kept to Himself? No. In verse 6, grace bestowed on the writer and recipients of the letter. More specifically, in verse 2, “the saints who are at Ephesus and who are faithful in Christ Jesus.” In…
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And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 It’s right there. Paul said “all.” Not some. No ifs, ands or buts. God will supply all your needs. Not because you or I deserve it. Oh no! According to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. God gives what is undeserved from His goodness. Grace. God withholds what is deserved. Mercy. Even in prison, Paul’s needs were met. He experienced the supply of God. Have you experienced the supply of God? If your first reaction is no, think again. Really…