God’s plan for the church

As “an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God” (Ephesians 1:1), Paul received information directly from God about different subjects pertaining to Christianity. One such revelation was concerning a “mystery.” The book of Ephesians records this “mystery” – God’s plan for the church. Paul wrote it down so we can read it, understand it, and apply it to our lives.  In the New Testament, the word “church” is used in two senses. One sense has a very narrow application, such