God’s Purpose of All Things

Condemnation     1:18-3:20
Justification         3:21-5:21
Sanctification       6:1-8:39

Ephesians 1:3-14
The Holy Spirit – Ephesians 1:13-14
Baptism of the Spirit – Regeneration/Justification 8:1-4
Indwelling of the Spirit – 8:9-11
Filling of the Spirit – 8:13
Leading of the Spirit – 8:14
Intercession of the Spirit – 8:27

I. The proclamation of God’s purpose.     28
     A. For the glory of Christ.
     B. For the good of His children.
II. The proof of God’s purpose.     29-30
     A. Those He foreknew.
     B. Those He predestined.
     C. Those He called.
     D. Those He justified.
     E. Those He glorified.
Next Steps:
     ~ Constantly be reminding yourself of God’s purpose in and through your life!
     ~ Maintain a restful, joyful tension in your heart concerning God’s sovereignty and your responsibility!