For he chose us in our union with Christ before the creation of the universe, that we might be holy and blameless in his sight, living in the spirit of love.

The same mighty power was exerted upon the Christ, when he raised the Christ from the dead and 'caused him to sit at his right hand' on high, exalting him above all Angels and Archangels of every rank,

And, through our union with Christ Jesus, God raised us with him, and caused us to sit with him on high,

There is but one Body and one Spirit, just as there was but one hope set before you when you received your Call.

That is why it is said--'When he went up on high, he led his captives into captivity. And gave gifts to mankind.'

For everything that has its true character made manifest is clear as light. And that is why it is said--'Sleeper, awake! Arise from the dead, and the Christ shall give thee light!'