Ephesians (Eph) 3:7-13

I became a servant of this Good News by God’s gracious gift, which he gave me through the operation of his power. To me, the least important of all God’s holy people, was given this privilege of announcing to the Gentiles the Good News of the Messiah’s unfathomable riches, and of letting everyone see how this secret plan is going to work out. This plan, kept hidden for ages by God, the Creator of everything, is for the rulers and authorities in heaven to learn, through the existence of the Messianic Community, how many-sided God’s wisdom is. This accords with God’s age-old purpose, accomplished in the Messiah Yeshua, our Lord. In union with him, through his faithfulness, we have boldness and confidence when we approach God. So I ask you not to be discouraged by the troubles I endure on your behalf — it is all for your glory.