Rejoice! Our Inheritance is Guaranteed and Sealed with the Holy Spirit – Ephesians 1:13-14

Jamie Pantastico writes for Mesa Bible Study

by Jamie Pantastico

On February 1, 2023

Daily Encouragement

Sealed with the Holy Spirit
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Ephesians 1:13-14 states, “In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that Holy Spirit of promise, Which is the earnest of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession, unto the praise of his glory.”

 

These verses remind us of the incredible spiritual inheritance that is guaranteed to us as believers in Christ. Paul is explaining that after we heard the gospel (1 Corinthians 15:1-4) and believed by faith alone in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, we were sealed with the Holy Spirit, who is the deposit guaranteeing our ultimate redemption. This means that we can trust that either by rapture or death, we will be with the Lord Jesus forever in glory.

 

The Holy Spirit Gives Us Power

In the meantime, we have the privilege of living in the power of the Holy Spirit and experiencing the blessings of our spiritual inheritance in this life. We can rest in the knowledge that we have been redeemed and that we are a purchased with a guarantee which is the Holy Spirit indwelling us. Our salvation is not based on our own merit or effort, but on the finished work of Jesus on the cross. We can approach each day with confidence, knowing that we are loved, valued, comforted, and strengthened by God the Holy Spirit that lives in us.

 

The takeaway for the Day:

Take time to reflect on the incredible inheritance that is yours as a child of God. Read Ephesians 1:13-14 again, and allow the words to sink in. Meditate on the fact that you have been sealed with the Holy Spirit, and that you can trust in the fullness of your ultimate redemption.

Remember that you are a purchased possession of God and that your salvation is not based on your own merit or effort.  Allow this truth to fill you with confidence, peace, and joy.

Praise God for His love, grace, and provision for you. Thank Him for the indescribable blessings that are yours in Christ. Ask Him to help you live each day in the fullness of your spiritual inheritance, and to empower you to share this good news with others.

 

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Jamie Pantastico

Mesa Bible Study

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What Saith the Scripture?

Most problems in interpreting Bible passages arise from neglecting a passage’s context. The guiding principle of sound interpretation is to take a passage literally. Not maintaining this discipline, interpreting Scripture becomes made up, man’s idea, fantasy, and the passage can mean almost anything. The result is erroneous and ridiculous interpretations.

Another important principle to sound Bible interpretation is to read Scripture “in-time”. In other words, we have to read and study the Bible as a progressive revelation. Not getting ahead of God’s revelation.

God’s plan of redemption for mankind wasn’t revealed all at once to Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Isaiah, or any of the other old testament prophets. Not even Peter and the eleven were given the full counsel of God. The Lord revealed to each of the aforementioned what they needed at their particular time in Biblical history. A hermeneutical method that does not approach Scripture as a progressive revelation leads to erroneous interpretations.

To be a good bible student one must maintain a literal, grammatical and historical (in-time) hermeneutic. There has been much too much of man’s theology governing Scripture when it is God’s Word alone that reigns over theology.

 

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Who's writing?

Identify the author of the book and passage.

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Who is the author writing too?

Who is the audience? Yes, all Scripture is for us but not all of Scripture is directed to us our salvation and doctrine (how to live our daily lives). To say all of Scripture is, is erroneous interpretation.

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When was the Book or Passage written?

This is necessary to identify the time and historical context.

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What were the circumstances when it was written? (what was going on)

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What was going on before and after it was written?

What happen before and after the particular Book or Passage you’re reading?

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What is the HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE VERSE?

Where does the Bible verse fit in Biblical history. Use the answers from the list of these questions to identify the “historical context”.

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Are there other passages that the Author has written to help expand on the verse your reading?

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Utilize the full counsel of God to illuminate the passage

All of Scripture fits perfectly.

 

The Good News

salvation

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. You don’t have to do anything but believe by faith that God sent His only Son Jesus Christ to die for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead 3 days later.

THE GOOD NEWS

SALVATION

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. SALVATION IS BY FAITH ALONE & FAITH IS BELIEVING WHAT GOD SAYS.

  1. God declares all mankind sinners and we all fall short of Glory of God. Romans 3:23
  2. The payment for our sin is death. Romans 6:23
  3. But God…because he loved you so much sent His own Son, Jesus Christ, to die in your place, for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead three days later. 1 Cor 15:1-4; 2cor 5:21

All God asks is that you believe by faith alone in 1, 2, & 3. That you’re a sinner, separated from God but God sent his Son to die for your sins, was buried & rose again 3 days later.

that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.

Romans 10:9

Do You Believe?

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