Ephesians 3: Gentiles are Fellow Heirs to the Promise

The Apostle explains the mystery of the gospel that through Christ Jesus Gentiles are fellow heirs with Jews, members of the same body, and partakers of the same promise. As a minister of this gospel by God's grace and mighty power, Paul reveals that through the church God makes his manifold wisdom known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, according to His eternal purpose carried out in Christ Jesus. Paul then prays that the Ephesians may have power through God's Spirit to grasp the breadth, length, height, and depth of Christ's love and to know it, though it surpasses all knowledge.

The Rev. Dr. Curtis Deterding, pastor of Zion Lutheran Church in Fort Myers, FL, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Ephesians 3.

Paul's letters to the Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians contain a wealth of theology and practical guidance for living out the Christian faith. Ephesians unpacks God's overarching plan of salvation and our identity in Christ, calling us to unity and holiness in the Church. Philippians overflows with joy, encouraging us to imitate Christ's humility and develop spiritual maturity. Colossians stresses Christ's preeminence and sufficiency, warning against false teaching and exhorting us to set our minds on things above. Together these essential epistles provide incredible insights into doctrines like grace, reconciliation, and redemption while also equipping us to walk in a manner worthy of the gospel in our relationships, speech, work, and ministry. Get ready to deepen your faith as we explore the powerful messages in Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians!