Ephesians 3:11

11 according to his eternal purpose that he accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Ephesians 3:11 in Other Translations

KJV
11 According to the eternal purpose which he purposed in Christ Jesus our Lord:
ESV
11 This was according to the eternal purpose that he has realized in Christ Jesus our Lord,
NLT
11 This was his eternal plan, which he carried out through Christ Jesus our Lord.
MSG
11 All this is proceeding along lines planned all along by God and then executed in Christ Jesus.
CSB
11 This is according to the purpose of the ages, which He made in the Messiah, Jesus our Lord,

Ephesians 3:11 In-Context

9 and to make plain to everyone the administration of this mystery, which for ages past was kept hidden in God, who created all things.
10 His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms,
11 according to his eternal purpose that he accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord.
12 In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.
13 I ask you, therefore, not to be discouraged because of my sufferings for you, which are your glory.

Cross References 1

  • 1. S Ephesians 1:11
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