Ephesians 3

🔍 Overview

Ephesians 3 focuses on the mystery of the Gospel that Paul was called to reveal. He explains that Gentiles are co-heirs with Jews, part of the same body, and recipients of God’s promises through Christ. Paul emphasizes his own ministry as a servant of this mystery and prays that believers would be strengthened in their inner being, rooted in love, and able to comprehend the vastness of Christ’s love.

✨ Key Themes

The Mystery of the Gospel – Gentiles are fully included in God’s plan of salvation.

Paul’s Ministry – God called Paul to reveal this mystery and serve the Church.

Spiritual Strength – Believers are strengthened in the inner being by the Spirit.

Rooted and Grounded in Love – A foundation of love is central to Christian faith and unity.

Comprehending Christ’s Love – The love of Christ surpasses knowledge and empowers believers.

Glory to God – God is glorified in the Church and through Christ Jesus throughout all generations.

📖 Key Verses

Ephesians 3:6 – “…Gentiles are heirs together with Israel, members together of one body, and sharers together in the promise in Christ Jesus.”

Ephesians 3:16 – “I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being.”

Ephesians 3:17–18 – “…so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ.”

Ephesians 3:20–21 – “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.”

🪞 Reflection Questions

How does knowing that Gentiles are co-heirs with Jews shape your understanding of God’s plan?

What does it mean for you to be strengthened in your inner being by the Spirit?

How can you grow deeper in being rooted and grounded in Christ’s love?

How does Paul’s vision of God’s glory inspire your own worship and daily life?