Church notes - 1st February 2026

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1st
Ephesians 1

We are the Bride of Christ
Ephesians 5:25 - 28

A faithful presence in a broken, corrupt and sinful world.

The Church that submits to Jesus
vs 1
Paul declared his authority to speak to the Ephesian Christians
vs 3 - 14
The Church - a salvation plan
Is blessed
With every spiritual blessing
To be holy and blameless

Chosen by His love to be
Adopted heirs through His Grace
Redeemed by Christ's blood from sin
Freely given lavish grace

Christ's body

His purpose in Christ to bring unity to all things through redemption and salvation.

Chosen before time
To bring praise for His glory
A promise that is sealed by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit

vs 16 - 23
Paul rejoices in their faithfullness to God and love for all people.

Set apart
Holy
Blessed
Spirit Filled
Faithful
Active
Hopeful
Committed to each other

Ephesians 5:19, 20
Hebrews 10:24, 25
Acts 2:42