Through his death Christ has brought near believers from the nations who were very far from God.

Because humans were dead in our sins, the only possible solution was for God to make us alive because of his grace.

Paul’s constant prayer for believers was that God would give us his Spirit so that we can know the hope, riches, and power he has for us.

When we hear the gospel and believe it, Christians are sealed with the Holy Spirit.

Paul continued to praise God for the benefits believers receive because of the sacrifice of the Son.

Paul praised God the Father for choosing us and predestining us to be his children.

In his familiar opening greeting, Paul covered essential truths of the Bible in just a few words.

In preparation for coming calamity, the prophet made plans to rejoice in the Lord.

After complaining repeatedly to God, the prophet had a view of God’s power and fell silent.