He Loves Us THROUGH The Mess

28/08/2024 7 min

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In today's episode, we're diving deep into Ephesians 2:1-10, a passage that gives us chills every time we read it. It's a powerful reminder that God saw us in our mess, and instead of turning away, He chose to love us through it all. Not only that, but He made a way for us to experience real, authentic freedom — the kind that only comes from Him.
Key Points:

Verses 1-3: Our Death in SinWe are born spiritually dead because of the sin-nature that started with Adam and Eve. By following the world, we become enemies of God, choosing disobedience and separation from Him.

Verses 4-5: "But God" — The Turning PointThese two words, "But God," have the power to change everything. God, rich in mercy, chose to love us even when we were dead in our sins. He made us alive with Christ — a gift of grace we don't deserve.

Personal Reflection on GraceEven in our rebellion, when we rejected, blamed, and avoided Him, God still chose to save us by His grace. He knew we needed a Savior, and Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross was the ultimate expression of His love.

Verses 6-7: Raised and Seated with ChristGod has raised us up and seated us with Christ in heavenly places. This isn't just a promise for the future; it’s a reality for now and forever. God wants to show the immeasurable riches of His grace and kindness to us.

Verses 8-9: Salvation Through Grace AloneWe are saved by grace, through faith — not by our works. It's a gift from God, and there’s nothing we can do to earn it. It’s not about what we do; it’s about what Jesus has done.

Verse 10: Created for Good WorksWe are God's workmanship, crafted with intention and purpose. We were made to do good works, not to earn salvation, but to live out our gratitude for the grace we've been given.


Closing Encouragement:
When you find yourself questioning God's goodness, remember all He has saved you from. If He gave you grace to save you, He will guide you through whatever you're facing. Have faith in His incredible gift!