Ephesians 2 Part 1

For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them. - Ephesians 2:10

Far from being a distant, detached power, the Almighty has always sought an intimate collaboration, inviting us to participate in the breathtaking display of His glory across the cosmos. This enduring vision was first etched into the very fabric of creation in Genesis, where humanity was uniquely crafted in His image, entrusted with the stewardship of His world—an initial, profound invitation to co-labor. This same purpose resonated powerfully in the choosing of Israel, a people called to embody a "better way" and reflect God's character to the surrounding nations. As Ezekiel 16:14 beautifully declares, "Your fame went out among the nations because of My splendor which I had bestowed on you." Their story, with its triumphs and challenges, reveals God's persistent commitment to this partnership. And now, through the New Covenant and the transformative grace described in Ephesians, this divine collaboration finds its ultimate expression in the Church—a redeemed community, empowered by His Spirit, to continue this awe-inspiring work. To be invited into partnership with the Creator of the universe, to serve as His representatives in the world, is not simply a duty; it is an unparalleled privilege, a profound testament to a love that has never wavered and a purpose that remains eternally steadfast.Read Ephesians 1:15-23: Paul uses Christ's resurrection and ascension as the ultimate benchmark for God’s power. How does knowing this power is "toward us who believe" change your perspective on your own limitations?