Ephesians 1:18 Β· KJV
"The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints,"
King James Version
What does Ephesians 1:18 mean? βPassage Context
Devotional Reflection
Heaven is something we see with our hearts. When we are feeling down, doubtful, or discouraged, our hearts need to be "enlightened." In our darkness, the dawn needs to come, and when it does, we see hope and the wealth that is ours. But when things look bad, sometimes the only way to remember these things is to sing them, pray them, or read God's promises about them.
Prayer
You, O God, are my Hope. I believe you will keep your promises. However, I must admit that sometimes, like right now, I have trouble believing that you will answer my prayers and carry out the task for which I have given you my life. Please give me your Spirit, assuage my fears, and reignite my passion so that I can boldly serve you and spread your grace to others. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
I still don't understand how people can come back to life. I understand the idea, and I believe God did raise Jesus. When the Spirit works in my life, I sometimes feel that power. It makes me stronger for ministry, helps me love others in difficult situations, comforts me when I'm broken, gives me insight when I study the Bible, and strengthens me when I'm tempted. I feel ashamed, happy, and hungry for more. I want the people I care about to feel this awesome power too. I'm sure you feel the same way. So, let's join together today, thousands of us from all over the world, and pray for God to help those closest to us discover His power and do great things through His Spirit who lives in them.
Prayer
Loving God, All-Powerful Father, please give me the strength I need today to live for You in ways that are wonderful and glorious. But, Father, I don't just ask You to help me do this. I also ask You to give those I love the strength to live for You. (Type in the names of the people you want God to bless in this way.) May we all know that the power in us broke the chains that held Jesus prisoner to death. May we know this power to change and use it for Your glory. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
With our hearts, we can see heaven. When we are feeling down, doubtful, or discouraged, our hearts need to be "enlightened." In our darkness, the dawn needs to come, and when it does, we see hope and the wealth that is ours. But when things look bad, sometimes the only way to remember these things is to sing them, pray them, or read God's promises about them.
Prayer
You are my hope, God. I believe in You and what You say. But I have to say that sometimes, like right now, it's hard for me to believe that You will answer my prayers and do what I've asked You to do with my life. Please fill me with Your Spirit, calm my fears, and light my fire so I can serve You with courage and share Your grace with others. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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