The Blessings of the New Covenant (Ephesians 1) - Steve Wheeler

Have you ever stopped to consider that out of the billions of years of time and the trillions of stars in the cosmos, God thought of you—and He chose you? If you are a young adult in the Upper Highway or Pinetown area looking for an authentic connection with God, this message will change how you see your identity. Too often, we focus on our flaws, our past, and our circumstances. We look at ourselves as broken "stones." But what happens when we start looking at ourselves through the eyes of the Master Jeweler who sees us as flawless diamonds? In this message, we unpack one of the most powerful and intriguing passages in the entire Bible: Ephesians Chapter 1. We explore what it actually means to be chosen, adopted, and sealed by the Holy Spirit. In this video, we explore: The Big Bang vs. The Bible: Finding awe in God's creation, time, space, and matter. You Are Not an Accident: What it means to be chosen before the foundation of the earth. Holy and Blameless: Why the word "holy" doesn't mean being a "goody two-shoes," but simply being set apart for God's use. The Power of Adoption: The profound psychological and legal security of being chosen as a son or daughter. Heaven on Earth: Exploring the ultimate mystery—when Heaven and Earth are finally brought together. Stop letting other people's opinions or your own past failures define you. You have been marked with the seal of the Holy Spirit!