“He has showered his kindness on us, along with all wisdom and understanding. God has now revealed to us his mysterious will regarding Christ—which is to fulfill his own good plan. And this is the plan: At the right time he will bring everything together under the authority of Christ—everything in heaven and on earth. Furthermore, because we are united with Christ, we have received an inheritance from God, for he chose us in advance, and he makes everything work out according to his plan.”

—Ephesians 1:8–11 (NLT)

Spiritual Blessings 5 & 6:

• The blessing of wisdom and understanding

• The blessing of an inheritance under the authority of Christ

Truths:

God has blessed us with wisdom and understanding about Christ and His work on the Cross. This is a gift of grace—we don’t deserve it, yet through His kindness, we are given the opportunity to believe and accept Jesus as Lord.

Because of this wisdom and understanding, we don’t have to fear the future—whether at Christ’s return or at our own passing. In Him, we have the assurance of an inheritance, secured by His choice to bring us into His family. That inheritance is eternal life in His presence.

Application:

Walk daily in the wisdom and understanding of Christ, revealed clearly in God’s Word. Don’t take lightly the truth that you have been chosen and given an eternal inheritance. Let this reality shape your purpose and priorities. Your true reward is not in earthly possessions or accomplishments, but in Christ Jesus and His will for your life—leading you toward your eternal inheritance in heaven.

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for this day and for the gift of walking in Your presence. I boldly come before Your throne and ask for wisdom and understanding of Your will on the earth. Lead me in all that I do. Thank You for the inheritance You have secured for me in Christ. I love You, and I give You praise. In the mighty name of Jesus, Amen