Ephesians 2:19 
Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, 

Application: 

Ephesians 2:18–19 Through Christ we have unity. Not uniformity. We’re not all the same. Unity is uniqueness working toward a common goal. This is possible because all Christians have access in one Spirit to the Father (2:18). Christian unity, then, is a spiritual issue. Where the Spirit is working, there is oneness. If there is disharmony and division for illegitimate criteria, the Spirit is not at work. Believers are no longer foreigners and strangers but have been made fellow citizens and members of God’s household (2:19). The church is a family.*

This transformative statement illustrates the profound identity shift that occurs when one accepts the Lord Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Individuals who once felt like outsiders are now welcomed into a family, becoming fellow citizens with other believers. This highlights the inclusivity found in Christianity, promoting the idea that anyone can find a place within the community of God.

Furthermore, being part of the ‘household of God’ signifies more than mere membership. It represents the intimate relationship between believers and God. This familial bond nurtures spiritual growth and fosters a sense of belonging among members. Each individual, regardless of their past, is invited to take part in this divine family, uniting under the same purpose and love.

Reflecting on Ephesians 2:19 allows believers to appreciate their position in the faith community. As undeserving as we might feel, the promise of belonging in God’s household reassures us that we are valued, connected, and fundamentally part of something much bigger than ourselves.

*Reference: Tony Evans, The Tony Evans Bible Commentary (Nashville, TN: Holman Bible Publishers, 2019), 1222–1223.

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