in order that we, who were the first to hope in Christ, would be for the praise of His glory. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ephesians 1:12? 2. How can we live "for the praise of His glory" daily? 3. What does Ephesians 1:12 teach about our purpose as believers? 4. How does Ephesians 1:12 connect with Romans 11:36 on God's glory? 5. In what ways can our lives reflect God's glory to others? 6. How can we encourage others to live for God's glory according to Ephesians 1:12? 7. What does Ephesians 1:12 mean by "the praise of His glory"? 8. How does Ephesians 1:12 relate to predestination and free will? 9. Why is being "the first to hope in Christ" significant in Ephesians 1:12? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ephesians 1? 11. What are the answers to Bible questions? 12. What is soul winning and how is it done? 13. What is the purpose of world evangelism? 14. What signifies a Christian becoming a new creation? Discussion Questions 1. How does understanding the hope we have in Christ influence our daily decisions and interactions with others?2. In what ways can we actively live for the praise of God's glory in our current context? 3. How does the example of the early believers challenge or inspire your own faith journey? 4. What are some practical steps you can take to ensure that your life reflects the glory of God? 5. How do other scriptures, such as Romans 8:24-25 and 1 Peter 1:3-5, deepen your understanding of hope in Christ?1. What does it mean to be chosen in Christ before the creation of the world? 2. How does the idea of being predestined for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ affect your understanding of your identity in Christ? 3. How do you understand the mystery of God's will that He purposed in Christ? 4. How does the image of the Holy Spirit as a seal and deposit guaranteeing our inheritance resonate with your faith journey? 5. What does the phrase "the riches of God's glorious inheritance in the saints" mean to you? 6. How does Paul's prayer for the Ephesians inspire your prayer life? 7. How can you apply the idea of "the hope of His calling" in your personal life? 8. How does the supremacy of Christ over all things influence your worldview? 9. How does the concept of spiritual blessings in Christ inform your understanding of what it means to be blessed? 10. How can we develop a more profound understanding and appreciation of our spiritual blessings in Christ? 11. In light of Paul's teaching in this chapter, how can you cultivate an attitude of gratitude for God's grace? 12. What are the practical implications of God's redemption through Christ's blood in your daily life? 13. How does knowing that you have been predestined according to God's plan shape your perspective on life's challenges? 14. How can we foster a deeper revelation of God's wisdom and knowledge? 15. How can the teachings in this chapter motivate us to live a holy and blameless life? 16. What does it mean to live as if all things are under Christ's feet and He is the head over everything for the church? 17. How does Paul's declaration of love for the Ephesian church model Christian love for us today? 18. How can the spiritual truths in this chapter transform the way you view your role in the body of Christ, the Church? 19. How can you practically live out your spiritual identity that Paul elaborates on in this chapter? 20. How can you encourage others in your faith community with the truths expressed in this chapter? Links Ephesians 1:12 NIVEphesians 1:12 NLT Ephesians 1:12 ESV Ephesians 1:12 NASB Ephesians 1:12 KJV Ephesians 1:12 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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