ROMANS # 386, God chose Paul to give the Good News once Christ ascended to Heaven. (12-19-24)

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Read: Ephesians 2:11-22

Summary:
The latter part of Ephesians 2:11–22 expands on this theme, illustrating the broader reconciliation of both Jews and Gentiles into one new humanity in Christ. Paul urges Gentile believers to remember their previous separation from God and the covenants of promise made to Israel. He explains that Christ's death has broken down the barriers be-tween Jews and Gentiles, creating peace and unity. The "dividing wall" refers to the law that previously separated them, which Christ fulfilled.
Paul emphasizes that through Christ, both groups have access to God and are now part of His household, forming a holy temple where God dwells. This unity is facilitated by the Holy Spirit, who em-powers believers and signifies their identity as the dwelling place of God on earth.

1 Corinthians 3:16 Do you not know that you are a temple of God, and that the Spirit of God (Holy Spirit) dwells in you?

Overall, Paul’s message highlights the transformative power of Christ’s sacrifice in uniting diverse peoples into one body of believers.

Galatians 3:28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.