What does Ephesians 1:7 mean?

Ephesians 1:7 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Ephesians 1:7 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;

5Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will,

6To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved.

7In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;

8Wherein he hath abounded toward us in all wisdom and prudence;

9Having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure which he hath purposed in himself:

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