Ephesians 1:5-8

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Ephesians 1:5-8

5He predestined us for adoption as His sons through Jesus Christ, according to the good pleasure of His will,
6to the praise of His glorious grace, which He has freely given us in the Beloved One.
7In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace
8that He lavished on us with all wisdom and understanding.
— Ephesians 1:5-8

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