Ephesians 1-6 As Paul sat in prison, he had much time to ponder not only his own conversion but the conversion of his precious Ephesian church. Paul began by reminding them that they, like all believers, have been chosen from the foundation of the world. Stop and think about that and wonder: as God was creating this marvelous earth upon which we walk and live, He was thinking ahead to each one of us. Why did He do that? He desired our fellowship with Him in eternity. Therefore, when God chose us, He gave us the blessing of the Holy Spirit to reside in us and seal us. Now, we can live holy and blameless lives.

As we enter the week before Christmas, ponder these thoughts as you go about shopping, gifting, cleaning, baking, and other things. May God be praised!