Thursday 21/2/13

Ephesians 1:7-10 ESV

In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight making known to us the mystery of his will, according to his purpose, which he set forth in Christ as a plan for the fullness of time, to unite all things in him, things in heaven and things on earth.

Here is a long list of what God has lavished on us when we believe in Christ and receive His salvation. Each of them is a theological term requires a page by themselves, google for more info:

_ Our redemption through the blood of Christ. Originally we are separated from God & to go to hell. In Christ's blood we are saved, can know God as our Heavenly Father, can come to Him in prayer to seek His blessing & guidance, and live with Him in heaven eternally.

_ The forgiveness of sin: God now is willing to forgive our trespasses and will not judge us, but help us overcome them.

_ Making know to us the mystery of His will, as a plan for the fullness of time: unlike this who don't know God, we know God's plan for this world and for us in this life and till eternal, so we know what will happen and direct our life accordingly.

That's a brief summary of what we have received in Christ. The relationship with God, the promise of forgiveness, and the knowledge of His plan for our life and for the world. We need to learn more of these privileges and make best use of them.