SCRIPTURE READING Ephesians 3.1: For this reason I, Paul, a prisoner for Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles— DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT What price are your willing to pay for your beliefs? In Ephesians 2, Paul outlines out two foundational beliefs of the Christian faith: We are sinners saved by grace through faith apart from works (verses 1–10). And “we” — that is, the church — are an inclusive community of peace (verses 11–22). These two beliefs are logically connected. After all, if God has offered grace to everyone, then we can hardly withhold it from anyone. And if God is … Continue reading What Price Are You Willing to Pay for Your Beliefs? (Ephesians 3.1)