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Ephesians 2:14-18 – The Peacemaker


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In Episode 18 of our Ephesians series, we turn to Ephesians 2:14-18, where Paul presents one of the most comprehensive biblical portraits of peace. At the center of this passage is a powerful truth: Christ Himself is our peace.

In a world marked by division, hostility, and endless conflict, both globally and personally, this passage reveals that true and lasting peace is found only in Jesus Christ. Through His work on the cross, Christ breaks down every barrier that separates us: social barriers between people, sin barriers between us and God, and even perceived barriers that keep us from direct access to Him.

Paul shows us that the gospel does not merely call us to peace; it creates peace, forming a new humanity united in Christ.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why Christ is not only the peacemaker, but our peace
  • How Jesus dismantles social and cultural divisions within the church
  • Why reconciliation with God is the foundation for reconciliation with others
  • What it means to have direct access to God through Christ
  • How believers are called to actively practice the peace Christ has established
  • Ephesians 2:14-18 challenges us to examine not only whether we have peace with God, but whether we are living as agents of that peace in our relationships, our churches, and our witness to the world.

     

    About Pastor David Christensen (Th.M., D.Min.)

    Founder and president of The Rephidim Project, David has served pastors and church leaders worldwide through expository preaching and training, after 28 years as preaching pastor at Galilee Church (Gorham, Maine) and service at New England Bible College as professor and academic leader. He’s authored six books and continues to champion faithful Bible exposition.

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