What is the meaning of Ephesians 2:18? For through Him • “Him” points unmistakably to Jesus Christ—our crucified and risen Lord. As John 14:6 states, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” • Salvation is accomplished solely “through” His finished work on the cross (Ephesians 1:7; Hebrews 10:19). • The phrase underscores exclusivity: there is no alternate route, no parallel ladder of human effort (Acts 4:12). we both • Paul is writing to a mixed church of Jewish and Gentile believers. “Both” means these two previously alienated groups now form one new humanity in Christ (Ephesians 2:14-16). • The gospel levels every cultural, ethnic, and religious barrier (Galatians 3:28). • Practical outflow: unity in worship, fellowship, and mission (Romans 15:5-7). have access • “Access” is the warm invitation into God’s presence, not a temporary visit but a secured welcome (Hebrews 4:16). • The verb is present tense—ongoing, continual privilege, not a one-time pass. • This access rests on grace, not merit (Romans 5:1-2). to the Father • The destination of our approach is personal: the Father, not an impersonal force (Matthew 6:9). • Jesus accomplishes reconciliation so that the Father is no longer a distant judge but our Abba (Romans 8:15). • Every spiritual blessing flows from this relationship (James 1:17). by one Spirit • The Holy Spirit applies Christ’s work, bringing us near and keeping us there (1 Corinthians 12:13). • He indwells every believer—Jew and Gentile alike—forming a single temple (Ephesians 2:22). • The Spirit assures, guides, and empowers our fellowship with the Father (Romans 8:26-27; Galatians 4:6). summary Ephesians 2:18 celebrates the triune harmony of redemption: through the Son, by the Spirit, we—no matter our background—enjoy free, continual access to the Father. This truth invites confident fellowship with God and unbreakable unity with one another. |
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