5 - One in Christ
The Book of Ephesians
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7m 38s
Paul’s teaching in Ephesians 2 is all about our shared identity in Christ. Once separated, strangers to the promises of God, we are now brought near through the blood of Jesus. Dr. Rene explains how Christ has torn down dividing walls—between Jew and Gentile, male and female, culture and culture—to form one commonwealth, one family, and one body. Through Him, we are no longer strangers but brothers and sisters, reconciled by the cross and united by the Spirit to walk together in peace.
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