Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-23

“The next generation will either see the power of God working in their lives in real, tangible ways, or they will have no use for our message and no interest in following our Savior.”

-Nicky Cruz-

I.   Why We Don’t Feel Resurrection Power Now?

    (vs. 17-18)

         Response: Because we are dull to spiritual reality. Why?

           Let’s discuss three reasons why:

      A.  The drifting, deceiving and deadening power of sin.

      B.  The oppressing & wearing down work of demonic power.

      C.  We do not consider Jesus’ present role in the universe.   

II.  How This Dullness Is Removed:

   Knowing Something About Us – (vs. 18-19) 

      A.  What is the hope to which He has called us;

      B.  What are the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints;

      C.  Immeasurable greatness of His power towards us;  

     Knowing What Became Of Jesus – (vs. 20-23) 

      (vs. 20a):

      (vs. 20b):

      (vs. 21):

      (vs. 22):

      (vs. 23):

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