Study Guide
1. The Mystery Concealed (Ephesians 3:1–5) God had hinted throughout the Old Testament that the nations would one day come to Him, but the full scope of His plan remained hidden until Christ.
Something to think about: Are there areas of Scripture or faith where you’ve stopped digging deeper because you think you already understand them?
2. The Mystery Revealed (Ephesians 3:6) Through the gospel, Gentiles are now fellow heirs, members of the same body, and partakers of the same promise as Israel through faith in Christ.
Something to think about: How does knowing you are fully included in God’s family change the way you see yourself and others?
3. Paul’s Authority (Ephesians 3:7–9) Paul understood his calling as a gift of grace, entrusted with the responsibility of proclaiming the gospel to all people.
Something to think about: Do you see sharing your faith as a burden—or as a privilege God has entrusted to you?
4. Paul’s Humility (Ephesians 3:8) Though called by God, Paul never forgot who he once was and relied fully on God’s grace, not his past or position.
Something to think about: How does remembering what God has rescued you from shape your humility today?
5. Paul’s Responsibility (Ephesians 3:8–12) Paul knew he was saved not only from something, but for something—to bring the unsearchable riches of Christ to others.
Something to think about: Could your faith feel stagnant because you’ve stopped living out your purpose?
6. Paul’s Testimony (Ephesians 3:13) Paul encourages believers not to lose heart in suffering, reminding them that God uses hardship for His glory and others’ good.
Something to think about: How might God be using your current challenges to strengthen or encourage someone else?
Something to think about: Are there areas of Scripture or faith where you’ve stopped digging deeper because you think you already understand them?
2. The Mystery Revealed (Ephesians 3:6) Through the gospel, Gentiles are now fellow heirs, members of the same body, and partakers of the same promise as Israel through faith in Christ.
Something to think about: How does knowing you are fully included in God’s family change the way you see yourself and others?
3. Paul’s Authority (Ephesians 3:7–9) Paul understood his calling as a gift of grace, entrusted with the responsibility of proclaiming the gospel to all people.
Something to think about: Do you see sharing your faith as a burden—or as a privilege God has entrusted to you?
4. Paul’s Humility (Ephesians 3:8) Though called by God, Paul never forgot who he once was and relied fully on God’s grace, not his past or position.
Something to think about: How does remembering what God has rescued you from shape your humility today?
5. Paul’s Responsibility (Ephesians 3:8–12) Paul knew he was saved not only from something, but for something—to bring the unsearchable riches of Christ to others.
Something to think about: Could your faith feel stagnant because you’ve stopped living out your purpose?
6. Paul’s Testimony (Ephesians 3:13) Paul encourages believers not to lose heart in suffering, reminding them that God uses hardship for His glory and others’ good.
Something to think about: How might God be using your current challenges to strengthen or encourage someone else?
Prayer Points
Rediscover the Wonder of the Gospel – Ask God to renew your awe for the gospel and remind you of the life-changing power of His grace.
Live Unashamed of Christ – Pray for boldness to openly live out and share your faith without fear or compromise.
Embrace Your Identity in Christ – Ask God to help you fully embrace your adoption as His child and live confidently in that truth.
Serve with Humility and Purpose – Pray that God would help you see serving others as a privilege and a reflection of Christ’s heart.
Be Faithful with What You’ve Been Entrusted – Ask God to show you practical ways to steward the gospel, your gifts, and your opportunities well.
Live Unashamed of Christ – Pray for boldness to openly live out and share your faith without fear or compromise.
Embrace Your Identity in Christ – Ask God to help you fully embrace your adoption as His child and live confidently in that truth.
Serve with Humility and Purpose – Pray that God would help you see serving others as a privilege and a reflection of Christ’s heart.
Be Faithful with What You’ve Been Entrusted – Ask God to show you practical ways to steward the gospel, your gifts, and your opportunities well.