A Spirit of Wisdom and of Revelation

Northwest Bible Church – June 15, 2025 – Epistle of Ephesians – Mike Southerland

Ephesians 1:13-23

“A Spirit of Wisdom and of Revelation”

I. Introduction

A. The Holy Spirit is the focus in this section.

II. The Holy Spirit’s role in Ephesians 1

1. Enabling us to hear the message of truth.
2. Enabling us to believe the Gospel
3. Sealing us in Christ
   1. What is sealing?
4. Pledge of our Inheritance
5. To the praise of His glory!

III.  Paul’s Appreciation for the saints at Ephesus

IV. Paul’s Prayer for the Church at Ephesus – and by extension: US TOO!

1. Trinitarian prayer
2. Eyes of our Hearts may be enlightened.
3. Hope of His calling
4. Riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints
5. Greatness and power of the Father
   1. Raising Christ from the dead
   2. Seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places
   3. Given to Christ all rule and authority
6. You are the Church, Christ’s Body.

V. Conclusion