What is predestination? Too many Christians think this doctrine is unbiblical. Yet, it is a biblical word. We have to recognize how this biblical doctrine relates to the salvation procured by God. On this episode we are looking at Ephesians 1 and seeing what Paul had to say about this important doctrine.
Predestined According to His Purpose (Eph. 1)

Predestined According to His Purpose (Eph. 1)
48 min

Predestined According to His Purpose (Eph. 1)
48 min

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Series • 10 Episodes
Paul's Letter to the Ephesians (1996)
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Saved by Grace Through Faith (Eph. 2:1-10)

Access to God (Eph. 2:11-End)

The Mystery Revealed (Eph. 3)

Unity & Diversity (Eph. 4:1-16)

The New Man (Eph. 4:17-32)

Walking in Love, Light & Wisdom (Eph. 5:1-21)

Submit Yourselves to One Another (Eph. 5:21 – 6:9)

Spiritual Warfare (Eph. 6)

The Church
What is the Church? How does this institution relate to the doctrine of election? Why is the church called a great mystery by St. Paul? Aiding us in our task in this episode, we have special guest Edmund Clowney who will help us unfold this mystery as we continue to look at the book of […]
Predestination
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