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NASB | Ephesians 1:5 He predestined us to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the kind intention of His will, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 1:5 He predestined and lovingly planned for us to be adopted to Himself as [His own] children through Jesus Christ, in accordance with the kind intention and good pleasure of His will-- |
Bible Question: God predestined ust to adoption as sons..verse 6 says this was done to the praise of the glory of his grace. What does this mean and how does it fit with the last verses 12 and 14? |
Bible Answer: Hi, Shael... Nothing God has done brings Him more glory than redemption. It is entirely a work of His own. No man, angel, or demon shares in it. The Lord Jesus purchased it with His blood. The Holy Spirit is the seal or ernest (down payment) until our ultimate glorification (verse 14). In Him, Doc |