Ephesians 1:15-23

The Missionary Apostle at Prayer Thesis: Paul’s prayer for the Ephesian church reflects God’s will for the church everywhere at all times. 1. What Paul gives thanks for a. The church's faith b. The church's love 2. What Paul asks for a. the church's growth in knowledge b. the church's hope for the future 3. Why Paul prays at all a. Jesus, died, arisen, ascended b. Jesus, subjecting the powers to his rule c. Jesus, ruling now and completing his rule soon d. Jesus, the head of his body, the church Reflection Question: How is God’s will, revealed in Jesus, transforming you?