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Eph 1:10 "All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ."
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You must be united with Christ to be blessed with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms.But what are these spiritual blessings, and can we name them since they originate in heaven? Take a look:
Election: we are called by the gospel (2 Thessalonians 2:14 - "He called you to salvation when we told you the Good News; now you can share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ."). Election is by responding to God's call for salvation. You've been elected to be in heaven if you've answered His call. Godly blessings are for those accepting God's grace through Jesus. See below to see what God has said is necessary for salvation.*
Redemption and Forgiveness: (Ephesians 1:7 - "He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.). The most heinous things you've done can be as if you've never done them. That's God's promise to all. No sin. You are completely free from sin the moment you rise from baptism! Praise God that He bought our salvation through the blood of Jesus.
Grace and Acceptance: If we were to really get down to imagining what it would be like to be accepted by God, we'd see that there is no greater blessing. Ephesians 1:6 - So we praise God for the glorious grace he has poured out on us who belong to his dear Son."
Knowledge of God's Will: Whatever did God want when He created us? What are we supposed to do? Ephesians 1:11 - "Furthermore, because we are united with Christ, we have received an inheritance from God, for he chose us in advance, and he makes everything work out according to his plan." We are called to accept God's salvation and live a Christian life throughout our days.
Sealed by the Holy Spirit: Ephesians 1:13-14 - "13In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, 14who is the guarantee of our inheritance until we acquire possession of it, to the praise of his glory." What would you think if you received a promise from the Holy Spirit? He indeed promises all those in Christ to get them home.
Thanks for reading, Garland Van DykeSend me an email! [email protected]. Spend 30 minutes with me, discussing scripture! Schedule here, Visit.We shine when we shine for the Lord. When Jesus returns, He'll be looking for you!
*Did You Know: it takes faith to be saved, repentance, public confession, and baptism to wash away our sins (Acts 22:16). Free Offers!
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