Ephesians 1:7-11

Through him we gain salvation through his blood, the forgiveness of our sins as a result of his priceless grace

that he so generously provided for us, together with all wisdom and understanding.

He revealed to us his previously-hidden will through which he was happy to pursue his plan

at the appropriate time to bring everyone together in Christ—those in heaven and those on the earth.

In him—we were chosen beforehand, according to the plan of the one who is working everything out according to his will,