Pillars of Belief: Anchoring Our Lives in God’s Unfailing Plan (Ephesians 1 Insights)
Good morning, friends! What a blessing to gather, share hearts, and dive into God’s Word together. These Fridays are informal—come and go as needed, chime in or just listen. We’re building community around life, Scripture, and our Savior.
This week (2/6/26), conversations highlighted everyday miracles (like divine protection that could have changed a life forever) and the awe of recognizing God’s intimate care. What if we chose to believe miracles happen daily? They do—and acknowledging them deepens our relationship with Him.
The Old Testament Laws: Building Appreciation for Jesus’ Fulfillment
I’ve been journeying through the Old Testament canonically (law, history, poetry, prophets—not strictly chronological). Leviticus blew me away: so many laws (around 613-650 total in the Torah) made people unclean in countless ways—daily life was full of rituals for cleansing. No one could keep them perfectly; sin was constant.
The scapegoat ritual (Leviticus 16) stands out: sins placed on a goat sent into the wilderness, carrying them away. (That’s the origin of “scapegoat.”) Yet today, we don’t live under that burden. Jesus fulfilled it all—one Man sealed the deal. We confess, receive forgiveness (as far as the east is from the west—they never meet), and climb back into the Father’s lap. No more constant uncleanness.
Reading these laws brings fresh awe: God endured thousands of years of humanity’s striving, pointing everything toward Christ. If you haven’t spent time in Exodus, Leviticus, or Deuteronomy, I encourage it—listen while reading along. It shifts perspective from “that’s outdated” to profound gratitude for grace.
Building Pillars: Unshakable Beliefs That Anchor Us
What governs your life? What core beliefs are unshakable—no one can take them away? These “pillars” guide us through anxiety, uncertainty, or trials.
Some shared (and mine):
All things work together for good (Romans 8:28 TPT): “We are convinced that every detail of our lives is continually woven together to fit into God’s perfect plan… for we are his lovers who have been called to fulfill his design and purpose.” When anxiety rises, shoulders tense—I pause, remind myself: God’s got this. Everything works out. (My 12-year-old even echoes it: “Mom, God’s got it!”)
Goodness and mercy chase me (Psalm 23:6): “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life.” Even amid enemies, God prepares a table, anoints us—goodness pursues us relentlessly.
God is for me (Romans 8:31 implied): If God is for us, who can be against us? Nothing stands in the way.
I have more than enough—God always provides, often abundantly.
Ask God for wisdom (James 1:5 TPT): “If anyone longs to be wise, ask God for wisdom, and he will give it. He won’t see your lack of wisdom as an opportunity to scold you… but he will overwhelm your failures with his generous grace.”
God hears and heals—He’s not aloof; He’s always near.
Marriage is between a man and a woman—God’s unchanging design.
Slow to anger, quick to patience—children teach this beautifully.
These aren’t just nice thoughts—they’re scriptural anchors. When confusion hits (God is not the author of confusion—1 Corinthians 14:33), we ask Him directly. Peace comes—not the world’s fleeting version, but Christ’s enduring peace (John 14:27). The world seeks one-world peace; it won’t happen until He returns. But we can have inner peace now.
Paul’s Words on Our Secure Inheritance (Ephesians 1:10-14 TPT)
We continued in Ephesians 1, focusing on verses 10-14 (TPT):
10 And because of God’s unfailing purpose, this detailed plan will reign supreme through every period of time until the fulfillment of all the ages finally reaches its climax—when God makes all things new in all of heaven and earth through Jesus Christ. 11 Through our union with Christ we too have been claimed by God as his own inheritance. Before we were even born, he gave us our destiny; that we would fulfill the plan of God who always accomplishes every purpose and plan in his heart. 12 God’s purpose was that we Jews, who were the first to long for the messianic hope, would be the first to believe in the Anointed One and bring great praise and glory to God! 13 And because of him, when you who are not Jews heard the revelation of truth, you believed in the wonderful news of salvation. Now you have been stamped with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit. 14 He is given to us like an engagement ring, as the first installment of what’s coming! He is our hope-promise of a future inheritance which seals us until we have all of redemption’s promises and experience complete freedom—all for the supreme glory and honor of God!
Key truths:
God claims us as His inheritance—destined before birth to fulfill His plan.
Jews first hoped for the Messiah; Gentiles believed through the gospel.
The Holy Spirit seals us—like an engagement ring or down payment—guaranteeing full redemption and freedom.
This shifts everything: If our inheritance is secure and eternal (not fading like worldly wealth), what changes daily? Less striving, more worship. No guilt/shame haunting us—we’re free. Less judgment (flesh loves “us vs. them” and self-righteousness); more grace.
When flesh offers judgment (e.g., “Why no socks on that child?”), use it as a flag: Pause. Why the opinion? Maybe I don’t know the full story. Pivot to grace—extend what God gives me.
Key Takeaways: Living from These Pillars
Build your pillars—Add scriptural truths to your foundation (Christ as cornerstone). When trials hit, lean on them.
Embrace inheritance—Secure in Christ means freedom from shame, striving, or fear. Walk confidently: If God is for us…
Counter lies—Flesh/enemy whispers insecurity; Scripture counters with truth (e.g., sealed by the Spirit).
Praise in everyday moments—Work, parenting, friendships—bring glory to God, not self.
Effort integrates truth—Reading isn’t enough; discuss, apply, form habits (like prayer over Google).
Sisters, this life is supernatural. Add pillars from Ephesians—believe them deeply. What shifted for you? What pillar resonates most? Share below—I’d love to pray with you.
Until next time (Ephesians 1:15+ ahead!), walking in His purpose and peace.
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9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
10 For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
This begins the first Miracle for you. NOW, you have unlimited resources available to you.
You now have the holy spirit inside of you, coursing through your veins and behind every fiber of your being.
You have access to all nine of the manifestations of holy spirit. 1 Corinthians 12
You are seated in the heavenlies. Ephesians 2:6
You have Christ in You, the hope of glory! Colossians 1:27
You have direct access with God! Ephesians 2:18
Let’s walk this journey together! God has called you for Such A Time As This!
1. We believe in one God – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit – Creator of all things. (Ephesians 4:4-6)
2.We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, was conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of Mary, crucified, died, was buried, resurrected, ascended into heaven, and is now seated at the right hand of the true God and Father. (John 3:16)
3. We believe the Bible in its entirety to be the absolute inspired Word of God and the infallible rule of faith and conduct. It’s a spiritual book, written by The Spirit for the spirit. (II Timothy 2:15)
4. We believe in the future return of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. ( I Thessalonians 4:13-18)
5. We believe in the personal salvation of Believers by believing in the heart and confessing with the mouth that Jesus is Lord. (“Romans 10:9 and 10.”)
6. We believe in sanctification, redemption, justification, and ministry of reconciliation and righteousness as sonship rights given at the time of the new birth through the Word of God and by the Holy Spirit.
7. We believe in divine healing, through faith in the Name of Jesus Christ, via the shed blood and broken body, and that healing is included in the redemption and available at any time during life.
8.We believe in the Baptism of the Holy Spirit as outlined in Romans 10:9-10. We believe that every born-again person has the ability to operate all nine of the manifestations of the holy spirit. Also, we believe in the evidence of the fruit of the Spirit. (Ephesians 4:7)
9. We believe in the Christian commission (Matthew 28:19) by speaking boldly, tenderly, and lovingly to all of humanity.
10. We believe in the forgiveness of sins as outlined in scripture by confessing our sins to our Heavenly Father, God and that forgiveness is given at that moment. (1 John 1:9)
11. We believe the thief, the devil, comes to steal, to kill, and to destroy and credit any of these actions as belonging to him. In complete contrast, we believe that Jesus came so that we might have life {Zoe – life in all of its fullness} and have it more abundantly. He gets credit for this abundance in life. (John 10:10)
12. We believe that God desires greatly to work in us to will and to do of His good pleasure. (Philippians 2:13)
N.O.W – No Ordinary Woman
No Ordinary Woman.
N.O.W.—Woman, God created you to be more than ordinary.
He created you to be Extra-Ordinary.
When you received His gift of Holy Spirit you were no longer just a body and a soul, you became a three-part being of Body-Soul-Spirit; complete, a perfect work through the miracle of the New Birth!
This is our movement, daughter of God, to stand out from the crowd: to boldly proclaim I am His and He is mine. To see signs follow you, to see miracles performed through you, to be His Wonder! To rely only upon your God. To expect only from Him. To be independently dependent on Him alone. He is enough for you.
We are His masterpieces and we radiate with His divine love everywhere we go. You were created to live in this day-time-hour. Created for such a time as this and together we will move mountains!
In Him We Live exists so that women who love God can know and believe that they were born for such a time as NOW.
Our Code
1. Jesus is the center and the Head of The Body. It’s All About Following His Directive (Colossians 1:18)
2. We believe big and take action. It’s all about activated faith All About Activated Faith (James 2:14-26)
3. We honor one another to glorify God. It’s allAll About the Romans 12 Experience
4. We are Lovers, not Haters. It’s All About loving on others (Mark 12:31)
5. We think in Color. It’s All About how God inspires us by working in us to will and to do of His good pleasure (Philippians 2:13)
6. We don’t back down. It’s All About submitting to God and watching the Devil flee in terror (James 4:7)
7. We stand approved before God. It’s All About knowing scripture and how to apply (2 Timothy 2:15)
8. We choose our thoughts. It’s All About knowing which thought to lead captive to Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5)
9. We will express gratitude. It’s All About keeping a thankful heart (1 Thessalonians 5:18)
10. We move from a place of power. It’s All About using the right tools afforded us through Jesus Christ, His Father, The Holy Spirit, and The Bible. (Ephesians 6:10-18)
11. We speak to our mountains (ALL OF THEM). It’s All About the power of our words (Mark 11:23)