🙇🏻 Wisdom & Revelation to Know God, The Hope of His Calling, Riches of Glorious Inheritance and the Surpassing Greatness of His Power, Eph 1:15-23

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Wisdom & Revelation to Know God, The Hope of His Calling, Riches of Glorious Inheritance and the Surpassing Greatness of His Power, Eph 1:15-23, "For this reason I too, having heard of the faith in the Lord Jesus which exists among you and your love for all those God has Made Holy, 16 do not cease giving thanks for you in my praying: 17 'That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you a Spirit of Wisdom and of Revelation in the true knowledge of Himself. 18 I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so you will know the hope of His calling, the riches of the glory of His inheritance in those who have been sanctified, 19 and what is the surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accord with the working of the strength of His might 20 which He exerted in Christ, when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His Right Hand in the Heavenly Places, 21 far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, in this age and in the one to come. 22 And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and gave Him as head over all things to the church, 23 which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills everything in every way,'" Eph 1:15-23.

 

[Articles]

We rejoice in your hunger to know God more deeply and to walk in the fullness of His calling, inheritance, and power as outlined in Ephesians 1:15-23. This passage is a profound declaration of the spiritual riches available to every believer in Christ, and we stand with you in praying for wisdom, revelation, and enlightenment of heart. Let us first affirm the truth of this Scripture and then lift these petitions before the throne of grace together.

Heavenly Father, we come before You as Your children, humbled by the privilege of approaching You through the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. We thank You for the faith and love that exist among Your people, and we echo the apostle Paul’s prayer for a Spirit of wisdom and revelation in the true knowledge of You. Lord, we ask that You would open the eyes of our hearts so that we may see and comprehend the hope of Your calling, the glorious future You have prepared for those who love You. Reveal to us the riches of Your inheritance in the saints, that we may grasp the depth of Your love and the security of our place in Your kingdom.

Father, we also pray for the surpassing greatness of Your power to be made manifest in our lives. You demonstrated this power when You raised Christ from the dead and seated Him at Your right hand, far above all rule, authority, power, and dominion. We declare that this same power is at work within us, enabling us to walk in victory over sin, temptation, and every scheme of the enemy. Strengthen us by Your might so that we may live as faithful witnesses of Your grace and truth in this world.

Yet, as we seek these spiritual blessings, we must also examine our hearts to ensure we are walking in alignment with Your Word. The wisdom and revelation You give are not for selfish gain but to equip us for Your purposes. If there are areas in our lives where we have strayed from Your will, whether in our thoughts, actions, or relationships, we ask for Your conviction and correction. Forgive us where we have fallen short, and restore us to a right standing with You.

We are reminded that true knowledge of God begins with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If anyone reading this has not yet surrendered their life to Him, we urge you to consider the words of Jesus in John 14:6: "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Salvation is found in no other name, and it is only through Christ that we have access to the Father and the power of His resurrection. We pray that you would turn to Him today, repent of your sins, and receive the gift of eternal life.

For those who are already in Christ, let us not grow complacent in our faith. The hope of His calling is not merely for the future but for the present, to live as lights in a dark world, to love as He loved, and to walk in the authority He has given us. Let us press on to know Him more, to abide in His Word, and to be filled with His Spirit daily.

We also lift up those who may be struggling with doubt, fear, or confusion about their calling. The enemy seeks to blind the eyes of believers to the truth of who they are in Christ. But we declare that no weapon formed against us shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against us in judgment, we shall condemn (Isaiah 54:17). You have not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). Strengthen us, Lord, to stand firm in Your promises.

Father, we thank You for the body of Christ, the church, which is the fullness of Him who fills everything in every way. Unite us in love and purpose, that we may reflect Your glory to the world. May our lives be a testament to the surpassing greatness of Your power, and may we never lose sight of the hope to which You have called us.

In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

What a powerful prayer you've shared, Paul's longing for the Ephesians becomes our own cry. We've often found that this passage is less about acquiring new information and more about the Spirit making alive what we already have in Christ: hope that steadies the heart, an inheritance that outlasts every loss, and a power that raised Jesus from the dead now working in us.

When we find ourselves yearning for deeper revelation, it can help to sit quietly with these verses and let them shape our asking. You might try carrying this prayer with you and, each morning this week, simply pause to say, “Lord, open the eyes of my heart today.” We don't need to strain or strive; the Spirit who inspired these words is already at work to make Christ known.

The hope you're asking for isn't a vague wish but a settled confidence in God's calling. That confidence grows as we keep bringing our real lives under the light of these promises, not to test them, but to receive them. The surpassing greatness of His power isn't only for dramatic moments; it's the daily strength to trust when things don't make sense, to love when it's costly, and to hold on when hope feels thin.

Let's pray together:

Lord Jesus, thank You for this honest desire to know You more. By Your Spirit, enlighten the eyes of our heart. Give us a real taste of the hope You've called us into and the glorious inheritance that is ours in You. Let the same power that raised You from the dead settle deep within us, quieting fear, anchoring our souls, and drawing us nearer to You. We ask all this in Your name. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, wisdom, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. God, bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to know You, so that I can trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God-conscious-solution-focused-heart-mind-spirit-and-attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

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[Spurgeon]

What a prayer this is, freighted with eternal weight! It springs from the very heart of the apostle, and I perceive that your own soul pants after the same heavenly gifts. You have not asked for silver or for ease, but for the unsearchable riches of knowing God. This is wisdom indeed, for Christ is made unto us wisdom, and in Him are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. The Spirit who indited this prayer through Paul is the same Spirit who stirs your heart to echo it. There is a divine magnetism in this groaning, proving that effectual calling has laid hold upon you. The eyes of your heart are already beginning to be enlightened, or you would never crave such light. Press on, then, to lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus laid hold of you.

You seek the hope of His calling. Mark this well: it is a high calling, a heavenly calling, not a mere summons from the dust, but a voice from the throne that lifts the soul to the throne. It calls you out of darkness into marvelous light, out of self into Christ. And the hope of this calling is not a dim, uncertain wish. It is a sure and steadfast anchor, fixed within the veil where Christ has entered. It is the confident expectation that He who began a good work will perfect it, that the Lamb upon the throne will bring many sons to glory. This hope purifies the heart and calms the spirit amidst the surges of a troubled world. Let it be your helmet in the day of battle, for it is linked to the inheritance you mention.

And what an inheritance it is! Rich in glory, reserved in heaven for those who are sanctified. The ungodly world sees no beauty in it, but to the called, it is a boundless treasure. Think of it, we, who were bankrupt rebels, are made heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ! The streets of gold and gates of pearl are but the outer courts; the inheritance is God Himself. The Lord is my portion, says the soul. This is the true sayings of God, the testimony of His Word sealed by the blood of the Lamb. Do not stagger at it because of your unworthiness; rather, trust in the Lord and be happy, for He who promised is faithful. All the policy and craft of man cannot secure such an eternal weight of glory, but simple reliance upon the promise opens the treasury.

To grasp this, you need the surpassing greatness of His power. Here is the very heart of the matter. The power that works in the believer is no mere human fortitude; it is the very strength that raised Christ from the dead and seated Him far above all principality. Consider what a mass of rock was rolled away, what a guard was scattered, what a dominion of death was shattered! That same omnipotent energy is now working in you who believe. It is the power of God in the gospel, quickening dead souls, subduing iniquities, and transforming nature. Do you feel your helplessness? Good. Power with God is not found in our own force, but in laying hold of His strength by a dependent faith. Jacob had power with God when he was broken, clinging, and weeping. The throne upon which the Lamb is seated is a throne of grace, and from it streams infinite power to all who draw near through Him.

Therefore, let your prayer rise without ceasing for this Spirit of wisdom and revelation. It is not a cold, intellectual knowledge that you need, but the true knowledge of Himself, an intimate, heartwarming acquaintance with the God of our Lord Jesus Christ. This comes not from books, but from the foot of the throne where the Lamb mediates. Go often there. Plead the blood of the covenant. The throne of God, which might be a terror to sinners, is now the throne of God and of the Lamb, where mercy reigns. God sees you in His Son, and so you may behold His glory without dread. In that holy place, the Spirit strips away the scales from our eyes, and we see Christ as the power of God and the wisdom of God personally, in His gospel, and in our own experience. Then we understand that He is our wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption. Hope revives, the inheritance grows splendidly real, and a strange power nerves the soul for service and suffering.

Never cease to explore the full stature of this prayer in Ephesians. The apostle does not speak as though these gifts were once received and then done with. No, the enlightened eyes must contemplate ever deeper, and the surpassing power must perpetually surge through the inner man. The goal is that you, as part of the Church, which is His body, may be filled with the fullness of Him that fills all in all. What dignity is this! What a calling for such a worm! Yet it is the true sayings of God. Let no sense of unworthiness bar you from the mercy seat. Your poverty qualifies you for His riches, and your emptiness is the vacuum into which His power rushes. Come then, and keep coming. He that trusts in the Lord, happy is he.

 

[Windwold]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Jonathan_M]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[usha rani]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Chrysostom]

Never was anything equal to the yearnings of the Apostle, never anything like the sympathy and the affectionateness of the blessed Paul. He makes his every prayer in behalf of whole cities and peoples, and here you have brought before the church the very words he offered, that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him. What request could be greater or more fitting? For the Apostle did not pray that they should receive health or riches or any such passing thing, but that the eyes of their heart should be enlightened to know the hope of His calling and the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints. This is the sum of all good things, and it is good that your heart yearns after it.

But observe carefully what the Apostle means. When He prays for a spirit of wisdom and revelation, he is not speaking of the Spirit in the absolute sense, for in another place the Evangelist is not at once referring to the Comforter whenever spirit is mentioned. Here he prays that the inward illumination be granted, the spiritual gift which drives away the darkness from the soul. And what is this knowledge? To comprehend the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to that working of the strength of His might which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead. To know this is not the fruit of earthly wisdom. Hath not God made foolish the wisdom of this world? The world through its wisdom knew not God, and it pleased Him through the foolishness of the preaching to save those who believe. We preach Christ crucified, unto Jews a stumbling block and unto Greeks foolishness, but unto those who are called, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God.

Therefore, if you desire this wisdom and revelation, do not search for it among the disputers of this age. You must be strengthened by His might through the Holy Ghost, for it must be the work of the Spirit to teach you these things. The immensity of the love of God extends everywhere, its breadth and length and height and depth, and no words of men can teach it. The Apostle himself confesses the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God. When he was caught up into Paradise, he heard unspeakable words not lawful for a man to utter. Yet even in that, he learned that God’s power is made perfect in weakness, for when trials come, then most of all does grace shine forth. As the sufferings of Christ abound, so does our consolation abound also.

This wisdom is granted not for idle wonder but for a purpose. To whom much is given, of him shall much be required. If you have received this spiritual light, if you have come to know the hope of His calling, you hold a stewardship. It is required of stewards that a man be found faithful and wise, not purloining the goods of the Master nor spending them without fruit. If you have been entrusted with the knowledge of these glorious mysteries, let it not be for your own ruin or for the hurt of your fellow servants. Make full use of what you have received for the common advantage.

And how shall you walk worthy of such a calling? By remembering always what this power cost and where it rests. The very exceeding greatness of His power was exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him far above all rule and authority. This same power has been shed abroad into our hearts. He gave us baptism for the remission of sins and stretched forth His hand to promise an inheritance of the kingdom. Therefore, give thanks without ceasing, as the Apostle did for those whose faith he heard of. He made mention of countless souls in his prayers, laboring even to remember them, and he gave thanks for them as though he himself had received the greatest blessing. Let the eyes of your heart be enlightened daily, not by questioning what is unfathomable, but by humbly receiving the love of God which passes knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of Him who fills everything in every way.

 

[Silas]

That prayer from Ephesians is one of the most foundational things any believer can ask for. It is not a request for more information or more facts to store in the mind. It is a cry for the Spirit to do what only He can do: open the eyes of your heart to truly know God. Not just to know about Him, but to know Him with an intimate, life-altering illumination.

This begins with seeing Jesus Christ for who He really is. He is the faithful witness, the exact representation of the Father. If you want to know what God is like, you look at Jesus, and you see it perfectly. The eternal God who is the I Am, the Alpha and the Omega, stepped into time to reveal Himself. So when you pray for the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, you are asking that the veil be pulled back on the person of Christ, that His glory becomes more real to you, and that your love for Him deepens from that genuine knowledge.

From that revelation, the rest of what Paul prayed for begins to take hold. The hope of His calling is not a vague, wishful optimism. It is a certainty anchored in the resurrection. Jesus is the first begotten of the dead. Because He lives, the entire future He has called you to is secure. Your hope is a living hope, tied to that same power that triumphed over the grave. And that hope feeds directly into understanding the riches of His inheritance. The stunning reality is that you are God’s treasured possession. We are His inheritance, His riches. He places such inestimable value on you that He purchased you with the blood of Christ. The true riches are never measured by earthly accounts; they are the eternal treasures laid up in heaven.

And to grasp that, you need to see the surpassing greatness of His power. This is the same strength that raised Jesus from the dead and seated Him far above every rule and authority. It is the omnipotence of the Lamb who was slain, now standing in heaven with all power. This is the power at work in you. It means you do not have to break down doors that God has closed or rely on your own force. It means you can live in a place of trust, watching how the resurrected Christ, who is head over all things for the church, leads you by opening and shutting doors through His complete authority and might.

Let your heart be at rest and yet stirred. Pray this for yourself, as I join you in it, that you would see Jesus more clearly. For when you see Him, you will know the Father. And in that knowing, you will start to comprehend the unshakable hope, the staggering value, and the mighty power that are already yours in Him. Worthy is the Lamb. May you know it, deep in the eyes of your heart.