Ephesians 1:11 nasb — also we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to His purpose who works all things after the c…

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"also we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to His purpose who works all things after the counsel of His will,"

— Ephesians 1:11, NASB

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Ephesians 1 — Context

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which He lavished on us. In all wisdom and insight

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He made known to us the mystery of His will, according to His kind intention which He purposed in Him

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with a view to an administration suitable to the fullness of the times, that is, the summing up of all things in Christ, things in the heavens and things on the earth. In Him

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also we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to His purpose who works all things after the counsel of His will,

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to the end that we who were the first to hope in Christ would be to the praise of His glory.

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In Him, you also, after listening to the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation--having also believed, you were sealed in Him with the Holy Spirit of promise,

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who is given as a pledge of our inheritance, with a view to the redemption of God's own possession, to the praise of His glory.

Ephesians 1:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ephesians 1:11 say?
Ephesians 1:11 in the NASB reads: “also we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to His purpose who works all things after the counsel of His will,”
Where is Ephesians 1:11 in the Bible?
Ephesians 1:11 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Ephesians, chapter 1, verse 11.
Who wrote Ephesians?
Ephesians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle (from Roman imprisonment). It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Ephesians about?
Ephesians is the church's great song of God's plan — Father, Son, and Spirit working from before the foundation of the world to gather one new people in Christ. Chapters 1–3 lay the doctrine, chapters 4–6 work out the life that flows from it, ending in the armor of God.
What are the major themes of Ephesians?
Ephesians explores themes including Grace, Unity in Christ, New Humanity, Spirit-Filled Life, Spiritual Warfare. These themes shape the meaning and context of Ephesians 1:11.
What translation should I read Ephesians 1:11 in?
Ephesians 1:11 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Ephesians 1:11?
Ephesians 1:11 reads (NASB): “also we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to His purpose who works all things after the counsel of His will,” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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