Ephesians 2:10 Meaning
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
Context Explained
8For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:
9Not of works, lest any man should boast.
10For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
11Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands;
12That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world:
Key Themes
Related Cross References
2 Corinthians 5:17
Both verses speak of being a new creation in Christ, emphasizing transformation.
Titus 2:14
This verse discusses being zealous for good works, linking to the purpose of believers.
Matthew 5:16
This verse encourages believers to let their light shine through good works, aligning with the theme of purpose.
Source: Ephesians 2:10