1. Studies in Ephesians (6) Paul’s Prayer for the Ephesians Ephesians 1:15-22

2. Their Reputation (15) The church at Ephesus had faced problems, but they stood firm. Paul had heard good things and commended them for such.

3. Their Reputation (15) Their Faith – more than mere belief in God. It is a TRUST they have demonstrated 2 Corinthians 5:7 Philemon 5-6

4. Their Reputation (15) Their Faith – as a church Faith is NOT just for individuals Colossians 1:4, Romans 1:8

5. Their Reputation (15) Their Love – imperative Every Christian – Heb. 13:1, Matt. 22:37-39 As a church – His word, Him, unity, dealing with the lost, for one another, etc. Consider 1 Corinthians 13

6. Paul’s Prayer (16-22) Paul frequently prayed – so should we – 1 Thess. 5:17, Eph. 6:18, Luke 18:1 Pray for others – James 5:16 Pray for churches - Rom. 1:9, Phil. 1:4, Col. 1:9,…

7. Paul’s Prayer (16-22) That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may… Give you the spirit of wisdom and knowledge of Him We need wisdom! James 1:5

8. Paul’s Prayer (16-22) That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may… Of Him! Do we know God? Relationship? John 14:23 Philippians 3:8-10 Jeremiah 9:23-24

9. Paul’s Prayer (16-22) That the might know what is the hope of His calling WE need hope! Assurance Eph. 2:12, 4:4 Colossians 1:5, Heb. 6:19, 10:23, 1 John 3:3

10. Paul’s Prayer (16-22) That the might know the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints Eph. 1:11 WE are His children. He promises us a GOOD inheritance. 1 Peter 1:4

11. Paul’s Prayer (16-22) That the might know what is the exceeding greatness of His power Power is equated with authority, but it involves the ability to execute and enforce it!

12. Paul’s Prayer (16-22) The greatness of His power Power ( 19 ) - δύναμις (dunamis) potential to exert force in performing a function. It is exceedingly and great

13. Paul’s Prayer (16-22) The greatness of His power Working ( 19 ) - ἐ νέργεια (energeia) engaged in an action, focusing on the force behind it

14. Paul’s Prayer (16-22) The greatness of His power mighty ( 19 ) - ἰ σχύς (ischus) with great capacity and potential. God is able with GREAT ability to carry our His will!

15. Paul’s Prayer (16-22) The greatness of His power power ( 19 ) - κράτος (kratos) one who has power or rule (authority). He is able to back up His words.