Ephesians 4:7-10

April 16, 2006

4:7 But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of the gift of Christ. 4:8 Therefore it says, “When he ascended on high he took captives, he gave gifts to men.” (4:9 Now what is the meaning of “he ascended,” except that he also descended to the lower parts of the earth? 4:10 He, the very one who descended, is also the one who ascended above all the heavens, in order to fill all things.)

What was in Paul’s mind when he wrote about Jesus descending and ascending? Opinions of those who spend altogether too much time and energy expounding such things are all over the map, and I refuse to take sides. The only thing certain is that Jesus was raised from the dead and returned to be one with God. This fact is the hingepin of the Christian faith to be believed or disbelieved as God enables.

It is Easter Sunday, and I will shortly add my voice of praise and wonderment for the miracle of new life in Christ. -sdg-

Posted by Dave | Filed Under Bible