Ephesians 2:7 Meaning and Explanation
“That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus.”
King James Version (KJV)
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What Does Ephesians 2:7 Mean?
God's saving work has an eternal horizon: 'in the ages to come' He will go on showing 'the exceeding riches of his grace.' Redeemed people are to be the exhibit of His generosity throughout endless ages, a living display of how kind God is.
His kindness is shown 'through Christ Jesus,' for every grace reaches us in the Son. The salvation begun now is not a passing episode but the opening of an everlasting demonstration. God means to be admired forever for the wealth of mercy He has lavished on the undeserving.
Ephesians 2:7 in the Original Language
chrestotes (χρηστότης), 'kindness' -- goodness expressed in gentle, generous action.
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What does Ephesians 2:7 mean?
God's purpose is to display forever the surpassing riches of His grace and kindness in Christ.