What is the meaning of Ephesians 3:7? I became a servant of this gospel • Paul’s first words stress identity, not achievement. He literally “became” what he was not before— a bond-slave to the good news of Christ. • Romans 1:1 echoes the same heart: “Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle…”. • The role is humble yet joyful. Jesus set the pattern: “Whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant” (Matthew 20:26). • 1 Corinthians 9:16-19 shows Paul’s willingness to do whatever it takes so that others may hear the gospel. by the gift of God’s grace • “Gift” reminds us that ministry is never earned. Paul once opposed the church, yet grace overturned his past (1 Timothy 1:12-14). • Grace supplies both acceptance and assignment. Ephesians 2:8-10 ties salvation and service together: “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works…” • 1 Corinthians 15:10 captures Paul’s wonder: “But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace to me was not in vain.” given me through the working of His power • The same power that raised Christ (Ephesians 1:19-20) fuels every step of obedience. • Colossians 1:29 puts the dynamic plainly: “To this end I labor, striving with all His energy working powerfully within me.” • Acts 1:8 promises power for witness; 2 Corinthians 4:7 guards humility: “We have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power is from God and not from us”. • Ministry is therefore supernatural at its core— God energizes what He assigns. summary Ephesians 3:7 unfolds in three movements: Paul is a servant, his role is pure grace, and the effectiveness rests on divine power. Taken together, the verse invites every believer to embrace humble service, marvel at undeserved favor, and rely wholly on the Lord’s mighty working. |
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