Daily Bible Reading—January 2025, God’s Strengthening Word: Celebrating Unity in Christ JesusMuestra

Introduction

Ephesians 3:1–21: The apostle Paul explains that Gentiles are now included in God’s plan of salvation and share in the promise that God made through Christ Jesus. He refers to “God’s secret plan” when describing his outreach to the Gentiles. The reading concludes with Paul’s prayer, attesting to the breadth and depth of Christ’s love—a love that Paul wants all to know.

Today’s Key Verse: Ephesians 3:21

To God be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus for all time, forever and ever! Amen.

Reflect

In verse 7, Paul claims to be a “servant of the gospel by God’s special gift.” To what does this special gift refer? Paul refers to God’s “secret plan” or “secret” in verses 3, 5, 6, and 9. How does he explain this secret? Reread verses 14–19. What is at the heart of Paul’s prayer for the Ephesians? Consider copying out verses 20–21 on an index card (or make an image on your electronic device) to keep with you as a reminder of Christ’s abundant love for you and his whole church.

Pray

Lord Jesus, make your home in my heart so that I grow in faith day by day and stay rooted in your rich and everlasting love. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Ephesians 4:1–16: Paul describes the unity shared by believers in the body of Christ.