Ephesians 1:11

in whom also we were made a heritage, having been foreordained according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his will;
American Standard Version

Treated in 7 passages across the library.

  1. All Things for Good · Thomas Watson

    Concerning God’s purpose cites Eph. i. 11

    …e ground and origin of our effectual calling, in these words, “according to his purpose” (Eph. i. 11). Anselm renders it, According to his good will. Peter Martyr reads it, According to His …

  2. Feasting at the table · Gareth Evans

    In Him cites Ephesians 1:11

    …im. Natural man cannot receive such a revelation – it is foolishness to him. (1 Cor 2:14) Ephesians 1:11: We have received an inheritance in Him. Not earned or as a reward! Ours simply because w…

  3. Evening by Evening · Charles H. Spurgeon

    January cites Ephesians 1:11

    …take thy dove into thy bosom. January 30 “In whom also we have obtained an inheritance.” (Ephesians 1:11) When Jesus gave himself for us, he gave us all the rights and privileges which went with…

  4. Morning by Morning · Charles H. Spurgeon

    August cites Ephesians 1:11

    …d on them with joy. August 2 “Who worketh all things after the counsel of his own will.” (Ephesians 1:11) Our belief in God's wisdom supposes and necessitates that he has a settled purpose and p…

  5. The Fundamental Doctrines of the Christian Faith · R. A. Torrey

    The Christian Conception of God—The Infinite Perfection and Unity of God cites Eph. 1:9-12

    …ery man's part in it, has been known to God from all eternity. This is made very clear in Eph. 1:9-12, where we read: "Having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good…

  6. Watchman Nee · Watchman Nee

    Sit: Our Position in Christ cites Ephesians 1:4-14

    …l, sealed us with the Holy Spirit, and provided the Spirit as earnest of our inheritance (Ephesians 1:4-14). Each phrase directs attention away from self-produced spirituality. The Father plans, t…

  7. Watchman Nee · Watchman Nee

    Appendix B: Chapter-by-Chapter Study and Reflection Guide cites Ephesians 1:3-23

    … Position in Christ precedes worthy conduct and spiritual conflict. Scriptures to revisit Ephesians 1:3-23; Ephesians 2:1-22; Ephesians 3:12-21. Reflection 1. Where are you working in order to fee…

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