Each week of devotions throughout our Live Worthy series on Ephesians will be spent on a single chapter. We encourage you to re-read the chapter each day. Additionally, we will focus on a few key verses each day. This week, we will focus on chapter 2 of Ephesians
Read: Ephesians 2
Read: Ephesians 2:8-9 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.”
Paul reiterates and powerfully clarifies the means of our salvation: “by grace you have been saved, through faith.” He then emphatically states that this is “not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.” This foundational truth liberates us from the burden of earning our salvation. It is a pure gift. What is the significance of salvation being “not by works”? How does this truth prevent boasting and foster humility?
Pray: Merciful Father, we praise you that our salvation is a gift of your grace, received through faith, and not by our own efforts. Forgive us for any attempts to earn what you freely give. Help us to walk in humble gratitude, recognizing that all glory belongs to you alone. Amen.
