1) What does it mean to be “chosen before the foundation of the world”? How does this truth shape your identity today?
2) Paul says we are predestined for adoption — how does spiritual adoption change the way we relate to God and others?
3) How do you personally respond to the idea that God chose you before you chose Him?
4) What are some spiritual blessings mentioned in Ephesians 1? How do they differ from earthly blessings?
5) In what ways do we limit our potential by focusing only on material goals?
6) How can we shift our daily mindset to pursue what’s stored in “heavenly realms”?
7) What does “redemption through Christ’s blood” mean to you personally?
8) How does understanding God’s will — revealed through Christ — affect your purpose and priorities?
9) What are some practical ways we can share the gospel and reveal God’s will to others?
10) Paul prays for “the Spirit of wisdom and revelation” — what does this look like in your life?
11) How do/can Sophia (divine wisdom) and Phronesis (practical wisdom) work together in your decision-making?
12) What’s one area where you need the Holy Spirit’s insight right now? (Personal life, spiritual growth, business, work)
13) What does it mean to be “sealed with the Holy Spirit”? How does this mark your identity in Christ?
14) How have you experienced the Holy Spirit empowering you to do something specific?
15) Why is it important to understand the Holy Spirit as a person, not just a force?
16) Paul prays that the “eyes of your heart may be enlightened” — what does this mean in practical terms?
17) How has your heart been blinded in the past, and how has God helped you see clearly?
18) What’s one area of your life where you need to move from head knowledge to heart wisdom?
19) Which spiritual blessing from Ephesians 1 do you need to activate more intentionally this week?
20) How can you encourage someone else to walk in their identity as a chosen child of God?
1) In what ways do people today “miss the mark” in everyday life—at work, in family, or in relationships—even when they think they’re doing fine?
2) How does realizing that sin is not just crime or violence, but failing to live up to our potential, change how we see ourselves and others?
3) What steps can we take to realign our lives with God’s purpose when we recognize we’ve missed the mark?
Allow the Holy Spirit to show you ways that you may have missed the mark and commit them to the Lord in prayer.
4) What are some modern examples of “slipping off the right road”—like compromising values for career success, or ignoring warning signs in relationships?
5) How can we guard against these slips when culture often normalizes unhealthy or dishonest behavior?
6) Share a time when God redirected you back onto the right path. What helped you make that change?
Reflect on the scripture of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32. Journal what stands out to you in this story concerning slipping or straying.
7) How do we see the cravings of the flesh and unhealthy desires shaping society today—through things like addiction, consumerism, or social media pressures?
8) How does recognizing these patterns motivate us to seek transformation in our own lives?
9) What practical habits can help us resist being controlled by destructive desires?
Read Galatians 5:19-26, What does this passage help you to understand about the flesh and the consequences vs life in the Spirit.
10) In a world that says “you get what you earn,” how does God’s gift of grace challenge that mindset?
11) How does knowing we are “seated with Christ in heavenly realms” change how we see ourselves when facing insecurity, rejection, or failure?
12) Share a personal moment when God’s grace gave you hope or strength to change.
Write out a prayer to God giving thanks for this new perspective on your identity as a child of God.
13) Paul says Christ broke down divisions between Jews and Gentiles. What divisions do we see today—race, class, gender, denomination—and how does this passage challenge them?
14) How can the church model unity and respect in a world marked by discrimination and polarization?
15) What is one step you can take personally to build bridges instead of walls in your community or workplace?
16) Paul says we are created to do good works God prepared beforehand. What might those good works look like in today’s world—serving, mentoring, advocating, or supporting families?
17) How can we discern the specific good works God has prepared for us?
18) What is one practical step you can take this week to walk in those good works?
Reflect on the steps in identifying purpose found in the Sunday Study video. What level are you at in understanding your purpose? What do you need to do next?
Read Ephesians 3:1–13 aloud together.
Paul emphasizes that his ministry was a gift of God’s grace, not based on his qualifications. How does this truth encourage us when we feel inadequate for God’s call?
What specific gifts or “grace” do you sense God has placed in your life to serve others?
How do we discern whether God is calling us to step out of our comfort zone for the sake of others?
The Jews believed Gentiles did not deserve salvation, yet Paul was called to share the gospel with them. Who are the “Gentiles” in our world today—those society thinks are undeserving of God’s love?
How can we as a group actively demonstrate that the gospel is for everyone, regardless of background, status, or past mistakes?
Paul teaches that in Christ, believers are heirs together, members together, and sharers together in His promises. How can this truth help us confront division and prejudice in our communities?
What practical steps can we take to live out unity in Christ in our church, workplace, or family?
Paul continued his mission despite being misunderstood, criticized, and rejected. How do you respond when others misunderstand or mistreat you for your faith?
What practices can help us stay focused on God’s mission even when facing opposition or discouragement?
Who is God calling you to help right now?
How can you be a “tool in God’s hand” to bring light and hope to someone in darkness?
What does it mean for you personally to proclaim the virtues of God who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light (1 Peter 2:9)?
“Who is God calling you to help?” Exercise
Take a slip of paper and write down one person or group you feel God is calling you to help and serve.
What does it mean for you personally to proclaim the virtues of God who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light (1 Peter 2:9)?
Thanksgiving – Thank God for His grace that equips us beyond our qualifications.
Intercession – Pray for those who feel excluded or undeserving of God’s love.
Commitment – Ask God to help each person remain faithful to their calling, even in hardship.
Unity – Pray for the church to live as heirs, members, and sharers together in Christ.
This week to be “a tool in God’s hand” (e.g., send an encouraging message, share a testimony, help someone in need).
Reflection Scripture: “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.” (Ephesians 4:2)
Faith Builders Challenge: Choose one of the four ingredients for unity and intentionally practice it in a relationship this week.
Reflection Scripture: “…to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.” (Ephesians 4:12)
Faith Builders Challenge: Pray for one of the ministry leaders in your church this week, asking God to strengthen their gift.
Reflection Scripture: “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:32)
Faith Builders Challenge: Surrender one area of speech (complaining, gossip, harshness) to God this week, replacing it with words that build up.