IDentity – Blessed
Ephesians 1:3-14
#1 THE BLESSINGS OF BEING “IN CHRIST.” Ephesians 1:3
#2 BLESSINGS FROM GOD THE FATHER Ephesians 1:4-6
- Chosen by God
Election is the gracious purpose of God, according to which He regenerates, justifies, sanctifies, and glorifies sinners. It is consistent with the free agency of man, and comprehends all the means in connection with the end. It is the glorious display of God’s sovereign goodness, and is infinitely wise, holy, and unchangeable. It excludes boasting and promotes humility. Baptist Faith and Message 2000
- Adopted by God
#3 BLESSSINGS FROM GOD THE SON Ephesians 1:7-12
- Redeemed by Christ
- Informed by Christ
#4 BLESSINGS FROM GOD THE SPIRIT Ephesians 1:13-14
- Marked by the Spirit
- Guaranteed by the Spirit
#5 BLESSED TO PRAISE Ephesians 1: 3,6,12 and 14
—to the praise of his glory. Ephesians 1:14b (NIV)