What is the meaning of Ephesians 1:20? which He exerted in Christ God’s incomparable power (v. 19) is not an impersonal force; it is power He personally “exerted in Christ.” • Acts 2:22 reminds us that Jesus was “a man attested to you by God with miracles, wonders, and signs,” showing this power was always at work in Him. • Colossians 1:19 says, “God was pleased to have all His fullness dwell in Him,” underscoring that Christ is the consistent focal point of divine activity. • Because the power is located “in Christ,” every believer united to Him is invited to share in it (Ephesians 3:20). The same strength that accomplished redemption now energizes our daily obedience and service. when He raised Him from the dead The first visible demonstration of that power was resurrection. • Acts 2:24 declares, “But God raised Him from the dead, releasing Him from the agony of death,” showing death’s grip was literally broken. • 1 Corinthians 6:14 adds, “By His power God raised the Lord from the dead, and He will raise us also,” tying Christ’s victory directly to ours. • Romans 6:4 connects the event to everyday life: just “as Christ was raised… we too may walk in newness of life.” His resurrection is both historical fact and present motivation—proof that sin’s penalty is paid and its power is broken. and seated Him at His right hand Resurrection was not the finale; exaltation followed. • Psalm 110:1 foretold it: “Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool.” That promise is fulfilled in Christ, placing Him in the position of highest honor and authority. • Hebrews 1:3 observes that, after making purification for sins, He “sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high,” signaling finished work and ongoing rule. • For us, this means the One who saved us also governs every circumstance (Colossians 3:1). We approach life knowing our Savior-King holds the ultimate throne. in the heavenly realms The location matters. Christ is not confined to an earthly throne; He reigns “in the heavenly realms.” • Ephesians 1:3 says every spiritual blessing is already ours “in the heavenly realms,” the same sphere where Christ reigns—so our resources match His position. • Ephesians 2:6 goes further: God “raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms,” giving believers a shared standing that shapes identity, security, and authority in prayer. • 1 Peter 3:22 describes Jesus “who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers made subject to Him,” reassuring us that no unseen force outranks Him. summary Ephesians 1:20 showcases the Father’s mighty power: channeled through Christ, proven by resurrection, crowned by exaltation, and situated in the heavenly realms. Because we are in Christ, that same power frees us from sin, guarantees our future resurrection, assures us of His sovereign rule, and grants us a present share in His heavenly standing. |
    |