Today's Reading | January 5, 2025
Ephesians 3:1–21
Introduction Ephesians 3:1–21: The apostle Paul explains that Gentiles are now included in God’s plan of salvation and share in the promise that God made through Christ Jesus. He refers to “God’s secret plan” when describing his outreach to the Gentiles. The reading concludes with Paul’s prayer, attesting to the breadth and depth of Christ’s love—a love that Paul wants…
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John 11:28-44
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2 Corinthians 12:1-10
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John 11:1-27
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2 Corinthians 11:16-33
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John 10:22-42
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