May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height;
18. May be able to comprehend. The second fruit is, that the Ephesians should perceive the greatness of Christ’s love to men. Such an apprehension or knowledge springs from faith. By desiring that they should comprehend it with all saints, he shows that it is the most excellent blessing which they can obtain in the present life; that it is the highest wisdom, to which...
Paul bows his knees before the Father with reverence, both in heart and gesture, because we must honor God when we draw near to Him. The whole family in heaven and earth, Jews and Gentiles alike, are named from Christ and depend upon Him.
AI summary
Commenting on Ephesians 3:14-21
And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge,.... The love of Christ to his own, to his church and people, is special and peculiar; free and Sovereign; as early as his Father's love, and is durable and unchangeable; the greatest love that ever was heard of; it is matchless and unparalleled; it is exceeding strong and affectionate, and is wonderful and surprising: the...