But God

Ephesians 2:1-10

In Ephesians 2:1-3, we see that mankind was dead, disobedient, demonic, and destined for destruction. That’s the bad news. However, the good news is that God had a plan. Verse 4 utters some of the most important words in this chapter: “But God.” We were dead, but God made us alive in Christ. We were not merely in need of a helping hand; we were not sinking swimmers in need of a raft; we were stone cold dead - spiritually lifeless. If God could do the saving through making us alive in Christ through faith, He is most certainly powerful enough to keep us saved through His mighty power. We must only repent and believe as He provides for us the power to do so. It is settled and sure!! What an awesome God we serve!


Questions for further thought:
1. How often have I thought that somehow my salvation depended on me? Why do you think that is?

​2. In what ways today could I thank the God of the universe for His saving grace? 


​Challenge: There is nothing we can do to earn this salvation. We are saved by the grace (unmerited favor) of Christ through faith alone. Take time to reflect on the words “But God.”