Ephesians 1:1-7, 13, 17-23.
Ephesians 1:1 - 23
ESV - 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are in Ephesus, and are faithful in Christ Jesus: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Jack Gutknecht
When you feel grumbling rising, speak Ephesians 1:3-14 aloud. Remind yourself: “I am blessed, chosen, adopted, redeemed, forgiven, and sealed. My God is sovereign, gracious, and powerful.” That truth reshapes your heart from murmuring to worship.
I saw the movie, "The Overcomer," with Hannah the long distance runner telling a group of others of her new identity in Christ. It was terrific! She'd been changed by the powerful Christ!