Devotional For March 6, 2024

the eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints,
Ephesians‬ ‭1‬:‭18‬

In the opening chapter of Ephesians, the apostle Paul prays for the believers in Ephesus. He is asking God to enlighten their understanding so they may fully grasp the hope of His calling and the glorious inheritance awaiting them in heaven. Paul urges them to live in light of their identity as God’s chosen people.

This prayer echoes the desire for believers to have spiritual insight and understanding, enabling them to comprehend the depth of God’s love and the significance of their calling in Christ. As recipients of God’s grace, we are invited to live each day with enlightened eyes, embracing the hope and assurance found in His promises.

To have the eyes of our understanding enlightened means to look beyond the temporal and to grasp the eternal truths of God’s Word. It involves recognizing the hope to which God has called us and understanding the riches of His glory that await us as His beloved children. This enlightenment empowers us to approach each day with confidence and purpose, even amidst challenges and uncertainties.

All we have to do is ask God for a deeper insight into His will and purposes for our lives. Live each day with a sense of anticipation and joy, knowing that your future is secure in Christ.

Pray

Lord, open the eyes of my understanding, that I may fully grasp the hope of Your calling and the richness of Your inheritance. Help me to live with confidence and assurance, knowing that You have chosen me and lavished Your love upon me. Help me walk in the light of Your truth, empowered by Your Spirit. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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