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Ephesians 1

Where do you find your identity? In a world that constantly encourages us to define ourselves by our achievements, relationships, careers, or personal success, the book of Ephesians points us to a far greater truth: our identity is found in Christ. Written by the Apostle Paul while imprisoned, this powerful letter reminds us that before the foundation of the world, God had a plan to adopt us into His family, redeem us through Jesus, and invite us into His unfolding story of restoration. Rather than searching inward for meaning, we discover who we truly are by looking to Christ and embracing our place in His family.

In this first message of our Ephesians series, we'll explore the incredible spiritual blessings God has given His people, the hope of being chosen and adopted through Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit at work within every believer. We'll also discover that the gospel is bigger than individual salvation—God is restoring all things under the lordship of Jesus and inviting us to participate in His mission. Join us as we begin this journey through Ephesians and discover how finding your identity in Christ changes the way you live, love, serve, and belong.