Jesus First: A Study on EphesiansSample

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These passages share a common theme with Ephesians 1. They all focus on aspects of God's plan for believers' salvation and transformation. 2 Corinthians 1:3 and 1 Peter 1:3 highlight God's comfort and the living hope through the resurrection of Christ, which aligns with the blessings and spiritual riches emphasized in Ephesians 1. Additionally, 1 Corinthians 15:40-50 discusses the transformation of believers' bodies, connecting to Ephesians 1's emphasis on the transformation and inheritance that believers receive through Christ. Together, these passages underscore God's redemptive work and the glorious future of those who are united with Christ.

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Paul discusses the concept of resurrection and transformation. He explains the contrast between the perishable and the imperishable, emphasizing the future resurrection of believers in a glorified form, connecting this transformation to the resurrection of Christ. Overall, these passages center around themes of grace, peace, living hope, and resurrection – offering insights into the core concepts of Christian faith and the promises believers receive through Christ.

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With these scriptures in mind, and knowing your future hope, how does that impact how you act as a believer today? What in your life needs to be surrendered in order to live out that hope given by Jesus?