It is he in whom we Jews also have our inheritance, having been chosen beforehand according to the purpose of Him who executes all things according to the counsel of his will,

For this reason I also, from the time when I heard of the faith in the Lord Jesus which prevails among you, and your love to all the saints,

And so God has given life to you Gentiles also, who were once dead in your trespasses and sins,

There is one body and one spirit, even as also you were called in one hope of your calling.

Now surely this "he ascended" implies that he also descended into the lower part of the earth.

and to lead lives of love, just as Christ also loved you and gave himself up for you, an offering and sacrifice unto God, for you, an offering and sacrifice unto God, for "an odor of sweetness."

But as the church submits itself to Christ, so also wives to their husbands in everything.

But that you also may know my affairs and how I do, Tychicus, my beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord, will make everything known to you.