SCRIPTURE READING Ephesians 2.1–3 DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT In Ephesians 2.1–22, the Apostle Paul summarizes the Christian message of salvation. We might outline his points as follows: Sin: “you were dead in the trespasses and sins” (verses 1–3). Grace: “But God, being rich in mercy…made us alive together with Christ” (verses 4–7). Faith and works: “by grace you have been saved through faith…not [as] a result of works” (verses 8–10). Peace: “[Christ] himself is our peace, who has…broken down in his flesh the dividing wall of hostility” (verses 11–18). Church: “In him you also are being built together into a dwelling place … Continue reading First, the Bad News about Sin (Ephesians 2.1–3)