Scripture: Ephesians 2: 1-5

And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience:  Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others.  But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us,  Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;) 

Scripture Commentary: “God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ”

Be honest with yourself.  You have sinned.  You have followed the prince of the air, Satan and were part of his evil spiritual kingdom.

It’s a fact that all people, without exception, commit sin.  Without Jesus Christ you have a sinful nature.  You can’t save yourself.

Paul tells us that we do not need to live any longer under sin’s power.  Jesus destroyed the penalty of sin and satan’s power over us by His death on the cross.

Satan’s power and rule is temporary to those who choose to follow him.  Why spend an eternity in hell with the devil when Christ is victorious?  Through faith in Christ we stand acquitted of our sins when you accept Him as Savior.

God gave you choice.  You choose good or evil.

God loves you so much that sent His son to save you.  Our eternal life with Christ is certain because you are united with Him in His powerful victory.

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Ephesians Chapter 2