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Ephesians 1
16 I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, 17 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of him, 18 having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, 19 and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might 20 that he worked in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, 21 far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and above every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come. 22 And he put all things under his feet and gave him as head over all things to the church, 23 which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all.
Talk Sheet Questions
What is this prayer asking for? If as a result of this prayer you get a “Spirit of wisdom,” what do you get? How would you know you got it?
Is it possible to believe in Jesus and not experience the power of his resurrection? Why or why not?
What would change about your life if you knew by experience the power of the resurrection of Jesus?
Is the exaltation of Jesus important? How would you describe the present ministry of Jesus? Explain. (21-23)
Why is it important for Christians that Jesus is over all authorities and powers?
Prayer
Pray this prayer from Ephesians for yourself and others!