Ephesians 1:13 (NRSV)
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Verse 13In him you also, when you had heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and had believed in him, were marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit;
Devotion
This letter to the Ephesians tells us that the truth we hear in the word is the gospel of our salvation. It reminds us that the Holy Spirit, a promised gift, is present in our lives, directing us, and guiding our foot steps. The Holy Spirit is a promised gift. The word we hear on Sunday is the Living Word, and the salvation of our lives is justified in our faith in Christ, but, as the good Dr. Luther said, “The whole life of believers should be repentance.”
Prayer
God of our Salvation, as Holy Week approaches, drive us back to our knees in repentance, open our ears to your Living Word, and strengthen in us your Holy Spirit, so we may do your will and walk in your ways. Amen.