Ephesians 1:9

9 he has made known to us his secret plan, which by his own will he designed beforehand in connection with the Messiah

Ephesians 1:9 In-Context

7 In union with him, through the shedding of his blood, we are set free - our sins are forgiven; this accords with the wealth of the grace
8 he has lavished on us. In all his wisdom and insight
9 he has made known to us his secret plan, which by his own will he designed beforehand in connection with the Messiah
10 and will put into effect when the time is ripe - his plan to place everything in heaven and on earth under the Messiah's headship.
11 Also in union with him we were given an inheritance, we who were picked in advance according to the purpose of the One who effects everything in keeping with the decision of his will,
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