november 16, 2025
Welcome to Gateway! It’s such a blessing to worship with you today. If you’re new to Gateway, we want to extend a special welcome to you. Please visit GatewayOnline.org/nextsteps to get more connected.
“Far More Than We Can Imagine” (Ephesians 3:14-21)
God’s love and power are working in us to accomplish far more than we could ask or imagine. He’s transforming hearts, building His church, and writing a story of faithfulness that exceeds our dreams.
Ephesians 3:14-21
14 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom every family[a] in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18 may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, 19 and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.
20 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.
The phrase "for this reason" appears in verse 14 as well as at the beginning of the chapter. It points back to chapter 2, which recounts the way God has restored our broken relationship with Him and restored our relationships with one another. For this reason he kneels before the Father.
1) God's love is the foundation of our faith.
The times God moves the most in our lives are the times we feel His love most powerfully. Every significant move of God is marked first and foremost by a profound sense of His love.
2) God's love is deeper than we can comprehend.
Being filled to the measure of the fullness of God is all about knowing the love of God in a personal way. That’s the key. It’s not what we give to God; it’s what He gives to us. And what He gives us is love that surpasses knowledge.
3) God's power is greater than we can imagine.
God can do "far more abundantly beyond" all we ask or imagine.
"Expect great things from God: attempt great things for God."
-William Carey (The father of the modern missionary movement)
Harvest City Initiative
Today we celebrate the generosity of our church in giving to the Harvest City Initiative. These funds will enable us to expand our facilities and ensure we have plenty of room to reach more kids, youth, and adults in our community. It's not too late to participate if you didn't submit your pledge. Thank you!
A Prayer to Trust in Jesus:
“God, thank you for sending Jesus to die for my sins and rise again. I confess that I'm sinful and I need You. I put my full trust in Jesus from this day forward. Thank you for saving me. Amen."
