Ephesians 3 - New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 2021(NRSVUE)

Ephesians 3Paul’s Ministry to the Gentiles

1This is the reason that I, Paul, am a prisoner for Christ Jesus for the sake of you gentiles,

2for surely you have already heard of the commission of God’s grace that was given me for you

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4 was not made known to humankind, as it has now been revealed to his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit:

6 what is the plan of the mystery hidden for ages in God, who created all things,

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11This was in accordance with the eternal purpose that he has carried out in Christ Jesus our Lord,

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13I pray, therefore, that you may not lose heart over my sufferings for you; they are your glory.

Prayer for the Readers

14For this reason I bow my knees before the Father,

15from whom every family in heaven and on earth takes its name.

16 in Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen.