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Ephesians 1:6-14 The Purpose of God’s Grace

6 to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us in the One he loves.

7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace

8 that he lavished on us with all wisdom and understanding.

9 And he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ,

10 to be put into effect when the times will have reached their fulfillment—to bring all things in heaven and on earth together under one head, even Christ.

11 In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will,

12 in order that we, who were the first to hope in Christ, might be for the praise of his glory.

13 And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit,

14 who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession—to the praise of his glory.

Cross References for Ephesians 1:6-14

Proverbs 16:4 - The Lord works out everything for his own ends— even the wicked for a day of disaster. Click to read the verse Proverbs 16:4 Click to read the verse Proverbs 16:4

Isaiah 61:11 - For as the soil makes the sprout come up and a garden causes seeds to grow, so the Sovereign Lo... Click to read the verse Isaiah 61:11 Click to read the verse Isaiah 61:11

Isaiah 43:7 - everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.” Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:7 Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:7

Genesis 4:7 - If you do what is right, will you not be accepted? But if you do not do what is right, sin is c... Click to read the verse Genesis 4:7 Click to read the verse Genesis 4:7

2 Corinthians 5:21 - God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness ... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:21 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:21

Acts 10:35 - but accepts men from every nation who fear him and do what is right. Click to read the verse Acts 10:35 Click to read the verse Acts 10:35

1 Peter 2:5 - you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, o... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:5 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:5

Job 42:8 - So now take seven bulls and seven rams and go to my servant Job and sacrifice a burnt offering ... Click to read the verse Job 42:8 Click to read the verse Job 42:8

Romans 8:1 - Life Through the Spirit Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, Click to read the verse Romans 8:1 Click to read the verse Romans 8:1

Proverbs 8:35 - For whoever finds me finds life and receives favor from the Lord. Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:35 Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:35

Isaiah 30:18 - Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; he rises to show you compassion. For the Lord is a Go... Click to read the verse Isaiah 30:18 Click to read the verse Isaiah 30:18

1 Peter 2:9 - But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:9 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:9

Genesis 14:19 - and he blessed Abram, saying, “Blessed be Abram by God Most High, Creator of heaven and earth. Click to read the verse Genesis 14:19 Click to read the verse Genesis 14:19

Hebrews 12:28 - Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so w... Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:28 Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:28

Jeremiah 23:6 - In his days Judah will be saved and Israel will live in safety. This is the name by which he wi... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 23:6 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 23:6

Jeremiah 14:7 - Although our sins testify against us, O Lord, do something for the sake of your name. For our b... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 14:7 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 14:7

Romans 9:18 - Therefore God has mercy on whom he wants to have mercy, and he hardens whom he wants to harden. Click to read the verse Romans 9:18 Click to read the verse Romans 9:18

1 Timothy 1:14-16 - The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are i... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 1:14-16 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 1:14-16

2 Thessalonians 1:10 - on the day he comes to be glorified in his holy people and to be marveled at among all those wh... Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 1:10 Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 1:10

Daniel 9:19 - O Lord, listen! O Lord, forgive! O Lord, hear and act! For your sake, O my God, do not delay, b... Click to read the verse Daniel 9:19 Click to read the verse Daniel 9:19

John 3:35 - The Father loves the Son and has placed everything in his hands. Click to read the verse John 3:35 Click to read the verse John 3:35

2 Samuel 7:23 - And who is like your people Israel—the one nation on earth that God went out to redeem as a peo... Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 7:23 Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 7:23

Isaiah 61:3 - and provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes,... Click to read the verse Isaiah 61:3 Click to read the verse Isaiah 61:3

Philippians 4:19 - And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. Click to read the verse Philippians 4:19 Click to read the verse Philippians 4:19

Matthew 3:17 - And a voice from heaven said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” Click to read the verse Matthew 3:17 Click to read the verse Matthew 3:17

Matthew 17:5 - While he was still speaking, a bright cloud enveloped them, and a voice from the cloud said, “T... Click to read the verse Matthew 17:5 Click to read the verse Matthew 17:5

1 Timothy 1:16 - But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus mi... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 1:16 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 1:16

Isaiah 42:1 - The Servant of the Lord “Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight; I ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 42:1 Click to read the verse Isaiah 42:1

Zechariah 13:7 - The Shepherd Struck, the Sheep Scattered “Awake, O sword, against my shepherd, against the man ... Click to read the verse Zechariah 13:7 Click to read the verse Zechariah 13:7

2 Corinthians 1:20 - For no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ. And so through him the ... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 1:20 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 1:20

Colossians 1:13 - For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son ... Click to read the verse Colossians 1:13 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:13

Ephesians 1:7 - In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the ri... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:7 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:7

Psalms 60:5 - Save us and help us with your right hand, that those you love may be delivered. Click to read the verse Psalms 60:5 Click to read the verse Psalms 60:5

Jeremiah 33:9 - Then this city will bring me renown, joy, praise and honor before all nations on earth that hea... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 33:9 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 33:9

Leviticus 24:7 - Along each row put some pure incense as a memorial portion to represent the bread and to be an ... Click to read the verse Leviticus 24:7 Click to read the verse Leviticus 24:7

Exodus 28:38 - It will be on Aaron’s forehead, and he will bear the guilt involved in the sacred gifts the Isr... Click to read the verse Exodus 28:38 Click to read the verse Exodus 28:38

Ezekiel 43:27 - At the end of these days, from the eighth day on, the priests are to present your burnt offerin... Click to read the verse Ezekiel 43:27 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 43:27

Ezekiel 20:14 - But for the sake of my name I did what would keep it from being profaned in the eyes of the nat... Click to read the verse Ezekiel 20:14 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 20:14

Psalms 145:8 - The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. Click to read the verse Psalms 145:8 Click to read the verse Psalms 145:8

Ephesians 1:7-8 - In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the ri... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:7-8 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:7-8

1 Peter 4:11 - If anyone speaks, he should do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone serves, he s... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 4:11 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 4:11

Isaiah 49:3 - He said to me, “You are my servant, Israel, in whom I will display my splendor.” Click to read the verse Isaiah 49:3 Click to read the verse Isaiah 49:3

Leviticus 15:15 - The priest is to sacrifice them, the one for a sin offering and the other for a burnt offering.... Click to read the verse Leviticus 15:15 Click to read the verse Leviticus 15:15

Luke 2:14 - “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.” Click to read the verse Luke 2:14 Click to read the verse Luke 2:14

Ephesians 1:14 - who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s posse... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:14 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:14

Isaiah 43:25 - “I, even I, am he who blots out your transgressions, for my own sake, and remembers your sins n... Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:25 Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:25

Numbers 6:18 - “‘Then at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, the Nazirite must shave off the hair that he ded... Click to read the verse Numbers 6:18 Click to read the verse Numbers 6:18

Psalms 115:1 - Psalm 115 Not to us, O Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory, because of your love and ... Click to read the verse Psalms 115:1 Click to read the verse Psalms 115:1

Ephesians 1:18 - I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:18 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:18

1 Samuel 12:22 - For the sake of his great name the Lord will not reject his people, because the Lord was please... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 12:22 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 12:22

Ezekiel 20:44 - You will know that I am the Lord, when I deal with you for my name’s sake and not according to ... Click to read the verse Ezekiel 20:44 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 20:44

John 17:26 - I have made you known to them, and will continue to make you known in order that the love you h... Click to read the verse John 17:26 Click to read the verse John 17:26

Isaiah 43:21 - the people I formed for myself that they may proclaim my praise. Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:21 Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:21

Isaiah 37:35 - “I will defend this city and save it, for my sake and for the sake of David my servant!” Click to read the verse Isaiah 37:35 Click to read the verse Isaiah 37:35

Philippians 3:9 - and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that whi... Click to read the verse Philippians 3:9 Click to read the verse Philippians 3:9

Acts 20:24 - However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the... Click to read the verse Acts 20:24 Click to read the verse Acts 20:24

Luke 1:28 - The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” Click to read the verse Luke 1:28 Click to read the verse Luke 1:28

Ephesians 1:12 - in order that we, who were the first to hope in Christ, might be for the praise of his glory. Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:12 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:12

Isaiah 49:8 - Restoration of Israel This is what the Lord says: “In the time of my favor I will answer you, a... Click to read the verse Isaiah 49:8 Click to read the verse Isaiah 49:8

2 Kings 19:34 - I will defend this city and save it, for my sake and for the sake of David my servant.” Click to read the verse 2 Kings 19:34 Click to read the verse 2 Kings 19:34

Ephesians 2:7 - in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 2:7 Click to read the verse Ephesians 2:7

Luke 19:38 - “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Peace in heaven and glory in the high... Click to read the verse Luke 19:38 Click to read the verse Luke 19:38

Luke 24:47 - and repentance and forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning a... Click to read the verse Luke 24:47 Click to read the verse Luke 24:47

Isaiah 46:13 - I am bringing my righteousness near, it is not far away; and my salvation will not be delayed. ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 46:13 Click to read the verse Isaiah 46:13

Psalms 22:20 - Deliver my life from the sword, my precious life from the power of the dogs. Click to read the verse Psalms 22:20 Click to read the verse Psalms 22:20

1 Chronicles 16:28 - Ascribe to the Lord, O families of nations, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength, Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 16:28 Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 16:28

Psalms 138:5 - May they sing of the ways of the Lord, for the glory of the Lord is great. Click to read the verse Psalms 138:5 Click to read the verse Psalms 138:5

Isaiah 63:14 - like cattle that go down to the plain, they were given rest by the Spirit of the Lord. This is ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 63:14 Click to read the verse Isaiah 63:14

Song of Songs 8:10 - Beloved I am a wall, and my breasts are like towers. Thus I have become in his eyes like one br... Click to read the verse Song of Songs 8:10 Click to read the verse Song of Songs 8:10

James 5:11 - As you know, we consider blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseveranc... Click to read the verse James 5:11 Click to read the verse James 5:11

Hosea 14:4 - “I will heal their waywardness and love them freely, for my anger has turned away from them. Click to read the verse Hosea 14:4 Click to read the verse Hosea 14:4

Psalms 6:4 - Turn, O Lord, and deliver me; save me because of your unfailing love. Click to read the verse Psalms 6:4 Click to read the verse Psalms 6:4

Psalms 79:9 - Help us, O God our Savior, for the glory of your name; deliver us and forgive our sins for your... Click to read the verse Psalms 79:9 Click to read the verse Psalms 79:9

Psalms 23:3 - he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Click to read the verse Psalms 23:3 Click to read the verse Psalms 23:3

Matthew 12:18 - “Here is my servant whom I have chosen, the one I love, in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit... Click to read the verse Matthew 12:18 Click to read the verse Matthew 12:18

Romans 5:19 - For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through... Click to read the verse Romans 5:19 Click to read the verse Romans 5:19

Isaiah 60:21 - Then will all your people be righteous and they will possess the land forever. They are the sho... Click to read the verse Isaiah 60:21 Click to read the verse Isaiah 60:21

Romans 3:22-26 - This righteousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no... Click to read the verse Romans 3:22-26 Click to read the verse Romans 3:22-26

Isaiah 45:24-25 - They will say of me, ‘In the Lord alone are righteousness and strength.’” All who have raged ag... Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:24-25 Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:24-25

Ephesians 3:21 - to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever... Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:21 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:21

Psalms 85:11 - Faithfulness springs forth from the earth, and righteousness looks down from heaven. Click to read the verse Psalms 85:11 Click to read the verse Psalms 85:11

Romans 9:23-24 - What if he did this to make the riches of his glory known to the objects of his mercy, whom he ... Click to read the verse Romans 9:23-24 Click to read the verse Romans 9:23-24

Philippians 1:11 - filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise ... Click to read the verse Philippians 1:11 Click to read the verse Philippians 1:11

Psalms 108:6 - Save us and help us with your right hand, that those you love may be delivered. Click to read the verse Psalms 108:6 Click to read the verse Psalms 108:6

1 Timothy 1:11 - that conforms to the glorious gospel of the blessed God, which he entrusted to me. Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 1:11 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 1:11

Isaiah 49:1-3 - The Servant of the Lord Listen to me, you islands; hear this, you distant nations: Before I was... Click to read the verse Isaiah 49:1-3 Click to read the verse Isaiah 49:1-3

2 Corinthians 4:15 - All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching more and more people may cause... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 4:15 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 4:15

2 Corinthians 5:9 - So we make it our goal to please him, whether we are at home in the body or away from it. Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:9 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:9

2 Thessalonians 1:8-10 - He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 1:8-10 Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 1:8-10

Romans 5:15-19 - But the gift is not like the trespass. For if the many died by the trespass of the one man, how... Click to read the verse Romans 5:15-19 Click to read the verse Romans 5:15-19

John 10:17 - The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life—only to take it up again. Click to read the verse John 10:17 Click to read the verse John 10:17

Romans 1:5 - Through him and for his name’s sake, we received grace and apostleship to call people from amon... Click to read the verse Romans 1:5 Click to read the verse Romans 1:5

Ephesians 3:10-11 - His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to... Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:10-11 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:10-11

Proverbs 8:30-31 - Then I was the craftsman at his side. I was filled with delight day after day, rejoicing always... Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:30-31 Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:30-31