We see a continuation throughout the rest of chapter 2 of the contrast between life before conversion and the life inside Christ. This section emphasizes the relationship aspect of that contrast. In this episode, we discuss Jesus as the cornerstone and the foundation of the church. We address unity in the church and what our part is in promoting that unity.

What begins dark is brought to life in our discussion of being saved. Is it by grace? Is it by faith? Is it a gift or a work or neither? These are questions that many people ask and teach. Let's study in context what the Holy Spirit says through the apostle Paul.

Be sure to listen to previous episodes, too!

We begin by discussing reputations, both as individuals and congregations. Then, we talk about prayer. We thought this would be an easy clear-cut conversation, but there were some unexpected things we learned about ourselves that might hit home for you, too. Because of that, we share some practical ways to develop and strengthen our prayer lives. Let us know if you find them helpful. 

Now that we've discussed the background information and the letter's introduction, let's dive deeper.

Paul tells us that God has blessed us with every spiritual blessing. What are they? How do we get them? And why does God bless us with them? In this episode, we discuss these blessings, from the small everyday things to our redemption and inheritance. 

Welcome to the book of Ephesians!

Ephesians is one of the New Testament books written in letter form by the apostle Paul while in prison in approximately 60 A.D. This letter to the congregation in Ephesus is full of the love of Christ as Paul discusses God's eternal plan of salvation and builds up the Christians there. 

In this episode, we explore the 1st-century city of Ephesus, the beginning of the Lord's church in this city, and the letter that the apostle Paul wrote.