How Rich We Are | The Institute for Creation Research

How Rich We Are

“In whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace” (Ephesians 1:7).

In Ephesians 1–3, the apostle Paul speaks six times concerning the rich benefits poured out to every true believer. These riches will never be taken from us, for they come from God, and are as eternal as God Himself.

The six references can be divided into four categories: The riches of His grace: Nothing shows the grace of God more than the shed blood of Christ for the forgiveness of sins, by which we are redeemed (text). Grace is undeserved. There is not one single thing in any person that could merit God’s rich grace. It is a free gift. “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast” (Ephesians 2:8,9). We will continually learn of this grace throughout eternity. “That in the ages to come He might show [display or demonstrate] the exceeding riches of His grace in His kindness toward us through Christ Jesus” (Ephesians 2:7). The riches of His mercy: “But God, who is rich in mercy, . . .” (Ephesians 2:4). Mercy flows from God’s great love and is also undeserved. “Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us” (Titus 3:5). The riches of His glory: “. . . the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints” (Ephesians 1:18). The saints themselves are God’s glorious inheritance. This is all part of His glorious riches mentioned. “That we should be to the praise of His glory” (v.12). The riches of Christ: “The unsearchable riches of Christ” (Ephesians 3:8). One commentator explained it this way: “Christ’s fathomless spiritual wealth can never be fully comprehended.” All we can say to that is, Amen! NPS

The Latest
NEWS
Mysterious Erosion Confirms High Flood Boundary
Two separate research reports arrived at a similar conclusion.1,2 Both found an episode of mysterious erosion had occurred near the end of...

NEWS
A Uniquely Designed Air-Filled Sac Within Birds’ Lungs
Soaring birds are a majestic sight to behold, especially when they undergo such climbing and endless spiraling so effortlessly. Not surprisingly, evolutionists...

NEWS
Liberty and the Word of God
“And I will walk at liberty: for I seek thy precepts” (Psalm 119:45). July 4th is called Independence Day here in our country because on...

NEWS
July 2025 ICR Wallpaper
"These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome...

NEWS
Valued Longtime ICR Employee Mary Smith Retires
Mary Morris Smith, an employee of the Institute for Creation Research for many years, has retired. The second daughter of ICR founder Dr. Henry M. Morris...

NEWS
Man of Science, Man of God: George Washington Carver
Who:  George Washington Carver What: Father of Modern Agriculture When: 1864 or 1865 – January 5, 1943 Where: Diamond Grove,...

ACTS & FACTS
The Scopes Monkey Trial: A Battle of Worldviews
Rhea County Courthouse in Dayton, Tennessee, and its statue of William Jennings Bryan Image credit: M. Mueller The Scopes Monkey...

ACTS & FACTS
Long Non-Coding RNAs: The Unsung Heroes of the Genome
Evolutionary theory holds that all living things came about through random, natural processes. So conventional scientists believe the genome has developed...

ACTS & FACTS
Yosemite National Park, Part 1: Tiny Clues of a Grand Picture
Yosemite National Park in California is a sure source of stunning scenery. It’s no wonder that American naturalist John Muir persuaded President...

ACTS & FACTS
From Inference to Theory: A Common Design Case Study
Without a doubt, humans, chimpanzees, and other organisms share similar features. An early explanation was that these features reflect similar designs...