Ephesians 1:3-14. Spiritual Blessings in Christ

February 28, 2016 by Dr. Peter Larson

Spiritual Blessings in Christ
Ephesians 1:3-14

Bible study with Dr. Peter Larson. Available: Printable PDF download

SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS IN CHRIST

“Praise” and its definitions: ______________________________________________________________________
Who is the focus in? ___________________________________________________________________________
What kind of a blessing has been given? _____________________________________________________________
Which blessing is laid out in verse 4? _______________________________________________________________
Because of these blessings, How should be then be? _____________________________________________________
“Predestined” and “adopted”: What do you think of these words? ____________________________________________
In which manner does the Lord do this adoption and predestination? _________________________________________
A purpose statement: v. 6 _______________________________________________________________________
How do you view “grace” from verses 6 and 7? _________________________________________________________
What are the outcomes of the grace, lavished on us? 7,8 __________________________________________________
Wisdom and mystery. How do they fit together? _______________________________________________________
What is the final purpose? ______________________________________________________________________
Do you feel chosen and how do you “fit” in to the eternal purpose of God?
1. ______________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________
How are we “included’?
1. ______________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________
What is our blessing in the Holy Spirit? _____________________________________________________________

PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS:

_______________________________________________________________________

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