In the Messiah we were also chosen when we were predestined according to the purpose of the one who does everything that he wills to do,

He is far above every ruler, authority, power, dominion, and every name that can be named, not only in the present age, but also in the one to come.

Now what does this "he went up" mean except that he also had gone down into the lower parts of the earth?

Live lovingly, just as the Messiah also loved us and gave himself for us as an offering and sacrifice, a fragrant aroma to God.

also take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

Pray also for me, so that, when I begin to speak, the right words will come to me. Then I will boldly make known the secret of the gospel,