TEACHING NOTE SUMMARY FOR ACTS OF THE APOSTLES

Lesson 23 - The Believer's Position in the Body of Christ


Focal Point:
"But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ
even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved"
Ephesians 2:4 - 5


Paul Explains That Believers are Made Alive in Christ According to God's Purpose

Ephesians 2:1 - 10


Principles


Salvation Cannot Be Earned. It is God's Gift to be Received

Do not let the world make this harder than it is. Take His gift. Please!!


God Has Prepared Work for Every Believer to Do

What work has God called me to do right now? If I do not know, will I ask him?


Paul Proclaims the Ministry of God's Planned New Humanity

Ephesians 2:11 - 3:13


Principle


As His Church We Are Part of His Mystery Hid From Ages Past

With whom do I need to share the mysterious
and eternal purpose of God that He accomplished in Christ Jesus?


Paul Prays For Their Spiritual Enabling By His Spirit

Ephesians 3:14 - 21


Principles


God Receives Glory Through His Powerful Work in Believers' Lives

For whom will I pray daily for God to strengthen with His spirit
to know the extent of God's love and to be filled with His fullness?


We Serve the God of the Universe Who Cannot be Contained by Our Finite Minds

Where do my thoughts, prayers, and actions leave me standing for His majesty?