In what ways can we seek "the riches of His glorious inheritance"? Opening the Eyes of Our Hearts “I ask that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened so that you may know the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints.” (Ephesians 1:18) What Are “the Riches of His Glorious Inheritance” • Full adoption as God’s children (Romans 8:16–17) • An imperishable, undefiled, unfading treasure reserved in heaven (1 Peter 1:3–4) • A share in Christ’s glory when He appears (Colossians 3:4) • The eternal kingdom promised to the saints (2 Peter 1:11) • Perfect fellowship with the Lord and with one another for all eternity (Revelation 21:3) Why Seek Them Now? • They realign our priorities from temporary to eternal (Matthew 6:19–21). • They strengthen endurance in trials, knowing suffering precedes glory (Romans 8:17). • They anchor us in unshakable hope (Hebrews 6:19). Ways to Seek the Riches • Focus your mind upward – “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” (Colossians 3:2) • Pursue the kingdom first – “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.” (Matthew 6:33) • Feast on Scripture daily – “The word of His grace… is able to build you up and give you an inheritance.” (Acts 20:32) • Walk in holiness – “Pursue… holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.” (Hebrews 12:14) • Abide in Christ through prayer and worship – “Apart from Me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5) • Serve the saints sacrificially – “Each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another.” (1 Peter 4:10) • Practice cheerful generosity – “Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven.” (Matthew 6:20) • Embrace faithful suffering – “If indeed we suffer with Him, so that we may also be glorified with Him.” (Romans 8:17) • Cultivate thankful anticipation – “Giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the light.” (Colossians 1:12) Daily Habits That Keep the Vision Clear • Begin and end each day reading a portion of Scripture, asking the Spirit to enlighten your heart. • Keep a gratitude list that highlights eternal blessings rather than material ones. • Schedule regular fellowship with believers to encourage one another toward heaven-minded living (Hebrews 10:24–25). • Audit your calendar and finances quarterly, realigning them with kingdom priorities. • Speak often of the coming glory; let eternal language flavor ordinary conversation (Deuteronomy 6:6–7). Living as Heirs Today The inheritance is guaranteed, yet Scripture calls us to pursue its riches with deliberate, faith-filled action. As we set our minds above, walk in holiness, serve the body, and treasure Christ over all, we taste now what will one day be ours in fullness—“the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints.” |
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