Ephesians 1:1-14 --
Paul opens up the letter to the church in Ephesus by highlighting God’s sovereignty. In the midst of persecution and the various difficulties of life, we have the assurance of God’s plan of salvation and his presence in our daily lives.

Ephesians 1:1-14
Rev. Joel St. Clair

Paul opens up the letter to the church in Ephesus by highlighting God’s sovereignty. In the midst of persecution and the various difficulties of life, we have the assurance of God’s plan of salvation and his presence in our daily lives.


The letter to the church in Ephesus and surrounding churches gives them a framework for what God is doing in the world. The unfolding power of God in Jesus Christ flips the structures and authorities that we may be used to - even comfortable with - in ways that call us to live changed lives.