In Ephesians 3:8, Paul referred to himself as the “very least of all saints” and was given the grace to preach the “unsearchable riches of Christ” to the Gentiles. Christ’s poverty during His time on earth was recorded, but it was only in terms of external conditions and earthly goods.
While He was poor in the things of the world, He was rich in divine power and the possession of every divine perfection. His riches, as being infinite, were unsearchable.
As Christians, it is important to understand the true wealth in life, which can be found in Christ.
The Unfathomable Riches of Christ’s Grace
The riches that Paul preached among the Gentiles were the riches of grace. The love of Christ is beyond measure and passes knowledge. It has a depth, height, length, and breadth that is impossible for even an angel’s mind to comprehend.
Paul emphasized that the grace of God is freely given to all who believe in Christ. This grace is not something that can be earned or bought, but rather a gift that God bestows on those who accept His Son as their savior.
Just as a parent loves their child unconditionally, so too does God love us with a love that surpasses all understanding. This love is what motivates us to live a life that is pleasing to Him, to show love and grace to others just as He has shown to us.
If we would trace this stream to its source, we must go back before the foundation of the world. This fountain of divine mercy is hidden in the depths of eternity and in the unsearchable depths of the infinite mind of God. The riches of grace that Christ offers are available to all who believe in Him.
Christ’s Mediatorial Character
Christ is not only rich in His divine attributes and love, but in His mediatorial character and possessions. He has assumed a human nature into an intimate personal union with His divine nature, making His human nature enriched with knowledge and sublime properties that surpass all the richest endowments of the highest angel or archangel.
This divine mediatorial Person is the foundation of the whole plan of redemption. As God-Man, He was born, lived, taught, died, and rose again. Now, He “ever lives to make intercession” for all who have by faith committed their souls into His hands. In this character of Mediator, Christ has become heir to a glorious inheritance that is inestimable.
True Wealth: Finding Joy and Fulfillment in Christ’s Grace
True wealth in life is not measured by material possessions, but by the richness of Christ’s grace. Material possessions can bring temporary happiness, but true joy and contentment can only be found in Christ.
It is important to understand that the riches of Christ are available to everyone who believes in Him, regardless of their status in life.
In Christ, there is no distinction between the rich and the poor, the powerful and the powerless. He offers salvation to all who come to Him in faith.
This concept of equality in Christ is found throughout the Bible, from the Old Testament to the New Testament. In the book of Proverbs, it is written that the Lord is the maker of the rich and the poor alike (Proverbs 22:2). And in the New Testament, the apostle Paul writes in Galatians 3:28 that in Christ, there is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female – for all are one in Christ Jesus.
Christ’s Humility and Sacrifice
Christ’s humility and sacrifice are a testament to the richness of His grace. Though He was rich, He willingly became poor for our sakes. He was born in abject poverty, had nowhere to lay His head, and sometimes hungered for lack of food while laboring in Jerusalem.
He had neither a house nor a home and was sometimes refused lodging when journeying. Christ’s voluntary humiliation is a testament to His love for us.
Christ’s Provision and Power
Christ’s divine power is evidenced by His ability to provide food for thousands of hungry people. He performed numerous miracles during His time on earth, healing the sick and raising the dead. Christ’s power is still at work today, and He continues to provide for His people in miraculous ways.
This miracle not only demonstrated Christ’s divine power over creation, but also His compassion for the physical needs of His people. It was a foreshadowing of the ultimate provision that He would make for His people through His sacrifice on the cross.
As Jesus multiplied the loaves and fish to feed the hungry crowd, He showed His followers that He is the true Bread of Life. Just as He satisfied their physical hunger, He offers to satisfy their spiritual hunger for eternal life. This miracle was a sign of the abundant grace and mercy that He offers to all who come to Him in faith.
Conclusion
As Christians, it is important to understand that the true wealth in life can only be found in Christ. His grace is unsearchable, and His love is beyond measure.
Christ’s mediatorial character and possessions make Him the foundation of the whole plan of redemption. It is only through Him that we can find true joy and contentment in life. We must remember His humility and sacrifice, as well as His provision and power.
In Christ, we have everything we need, and it is through Him that we can experience true richness in life. The riches of Christ go far beyond material wealth, for they are spiritual and eternal. Through Christ, we have access to the greatest riches of all, the riches of grace.
Grace is the unmerited favor of God. We are saved by grace, and not by our own works or efforts. We cannot earn our salvation, nor can we do anything to deserve it. It is a free gift from God, given to us through faith in Jesus Christ. This is the unsearchable riches of Christ that Paul preached among the Gentiles.
