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What does Ephesians 1:5 teach about mercy?

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Ephesians 1:5 teaches that God's mercy is linked to His predestination and adoption of His people in Christ.

Ephesians 1:5 reveals the profound connection between God's mercy and His sovereign plan of salvation. The verse states, 'Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the good pleasure of His will.' This indicates that God's mercy isn't random but is intricately woven into His eternal purpose. It emphasizes how we are chosen to be His adopted children, reflecting the love and grace that flows from His merciful character. The goodness and mercy we experience as believers serve to highlight the depth of God's love, assuring us that our status as His children is grounded in His merciful will, not our own merit.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:5

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Measuring Mercy
Don Fortner · Mar 22, 2015
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