Eternal Purpose of God
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The Eternal Purpose of God
By T. Austin-Sparks0EPH 1:4EPH 1:11EPH 1:22T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the eternal purpose of God as revealed in Ephesians, focusing on the church as the body of Christ, which is called to fulfill God's sovereign will. He discusses the significance of God's will, purpose, and the means by which the church is to realize its calling, highlighting the importance of understanding our identity in Christ. Sparks illustrates this with the story of Esther, drawing parallels between her role and the church's mission to embody Christ's fullness. He concludes by stressing the obligation of believers to live in a manner worthy of their calling, reflecting Christ's love and humility in all relationships.
The Purpose of the Ages
By T. Austin-Sparks0T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the profound mystery of knowing Christ, asserting that true knowledge of the Son can only come through divine revelation from the Father. He reflects on the Apostle Paul's journey from self-sufficiency to a deep reliance on God's grace, illustrating how Paul's understanding of Christ evolved throughout his life. Sparks highlights that the purpose of God is to reveal all things in Christ, transcending human limitations and expectations. He encourages believers to recognize the vastness of Christ and the eternal significance of their relationship with Him, which continues to grow and expand through revelation. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper pursuit of knowing Christ, as this journey will last into eternity.