Ephesians 1:7-10
What is written? (ESV)
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight making known to us the mystery of his will, according to his purpose, which he set forth in Christ as a plan for the fullness of time, to unite all things in him, things in heaven and things on earth.
What does it say?
In Christ, we are redeemed by His blood, forgiving our sins, by His abounding gifts lavished on us in perfect wisdom and insight, revealing to us His will which He intended and fulfilled in Christ at the exact right time, uniting everything in heaven and earth in Him.
What is its immediate context?
The opening of Paul’s letter to the church in Ephesus ends with a long list of spiritual blessings they have in Christ. The culmination of his list of blessings “in Christ” applies to both Jews (vs 12) as well as Gentiles (“you also”).
How Ephesians 1:7-10 is applied across Bible answers
What was the time of Christ?
God, the Father's, entire plan ("mystery") of redemption for man came and was fulfilled in the "fullness of time" (kairos) "in Christ".
