PTTS: Ephesians 1:20-23

Praying Through the Scriptures

Ephesians 1:20 which He brought about in Christ, when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places, 21 far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come. 22 And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and gave Him as head over all things to the church, 23 which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.

Our Great God,
Wake us from our slumber and remove from us the fascination with temporal and trivial things. There is immense power on display before us in Your strength. It has not only been displayed around us, but it has be accomplished for us. Cause us to rejoice in your power, to be in awe of your power.

As believers, Jesus has been raised as our Lord. Your power raised Him from the dead and now this power is active as He reigns over the Kingdom. His Kingdom is above every kingdom. His Name is exalted above every name! He - the Word of God - has not returned to You void, but He has accomplished what You have sent Him to do. He has redeemed us to be His inheritance.

Now, Father, grant to us power. Raise us up with Christ! Grant to us willing hearts. Grant to us wisdom, love, patience, perseverance. For we are the Church, and He is our Head. We are His Body, and He is crafting us perfectly - completely - according to Your will.

Oh Father, let us be faithful servants of the King. We long to see the Gospel proclaimed all around us. We long to see the world transformed by Christian love. We long to see righteousness and godliness abound.

Please send the power of Your Spirit to enable us fully and to compel us to only seek the Glory of Christ.