Ephesians 3:12 Meaning and Explanation
“In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him.”
King James Version (KJV)
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What Does Ephesians 3:12 Mean?
'In whom' -- in Christ -- 'we have boldness and access.' The reconciliation Paul described earlier bears fruit in freedom to approach God. We may come not cringing but with boldness, welcomed because we are in the Son.
This confidence comes 'by the faith of him,' through trusting in Christ. It is not presumption but well-founded assurance, resting on what He has done rather than on our own worthiness. Faith opens the door, and the believer may draw near to God with a confident heart.
Ephesians 3:12 in the Original Language
parresia (παρρησία), 'boldness' -- freedom and confidence in speaking and approaching.
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What does Ephesians 3:12 mean?
In Christ believers have bold and confident access to God through faith in Him.