Today's Reading | January 3, 2025
Ephesians 2:1–10
Introduction Ephesians 2:1–10: All of us were spiritually dead because of sin, but God has restored us to life with Christ. In union with Christ Jesus, we are created for a life of good deeds, which God has already prepared for us to do. Today’s Key Verse: Ephesians 2:4–5a God’s mercy is so abundant, and his love for us is…
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