From Strangers to Family: Embracing God's Love

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In this episode, Austin Gardner delves into Ephesians 2:11 and emphasizes the importance of remembering our past before coming to faith in Jesus. He highlights that this remembrance is not about guilt but about gratitude for the transformation that Jesus brings into our lives. Gardner explains how, prior to Christ, we were without hope and without God, illustrating the barriers that existed between humanity and the divine. He paints a vivid picture of the temple's structure, showing how Jesus broke down these barriers, allowing everyone access to God through His sacrifice.
Gardner further elaborates on the concept of peace, stating that Jesus is not just a feeling but a person who reconciles us to God. He reassures listeners that they are no longer strangers or foreigners but part of God's family, emphasizing the unconditional love and acceptance that comes through faith in Christ. The message culminates in a call to remember that it is God who seeks us out, reinforcing the idea that our relationship with Him is a gift, not something we earn through our actions.

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Ephesians 2, Jesus, peace, reconciliation, faith, gratitude, God’s love, Christian message, spiritual growth, hope

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