The Bleak Natural Human Spiritual Condition - Ephesians 2:1-2

Bold Union and Access that helps Endure Sufferring with Courage - Ephesians 3:12-13

Paul again refers to our union with Christ that gives us boldness and confidence as we live in the presence of God which also helps us have courage as we endure suffering.

His Boundless Riches and Beautiful Church - Ephesians 3:8-11

In Ephesians 3:8-11 we see the boundless riches of Christ and His beautiful church in how He is bringing in Gentiles to be a part of His revealed mystery.

Handling Disappointment in Light of God's Sovereign Goodness and Global Mission - Ephesians 3:1-7

Paul saw the disappointing circumstances of imprisonment in light of God's sovereign goodness, for the good of others and His global mission to bring Gentiles into the church.

A Living Holy Temple Where God Dwells - Ephesians 2:20-22

The 3rd metaphor for the church at the end of Ephesians 2 is that God has made us a living holy temple where God's presence dwells. This temple is built on the cornerstone that is Jesus Christ and those who have declared His gospel.

Citizens and Family - Ephesians 2:19

Paul ends Chapter 2 of Ephesians with giving us 3 powerful metaphors to help us understand who we are as a church. Verse 19 reveals 2 of those images - we are citizens of the same kingdom and members of the same family.