We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, for we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all the saints because of the hope reserved for you in heaven. You have already heard about this hope in the word of truth, the gospel that has come to you. It is bearing fruit and growing all over the world, just as it has among you since the day you heard it and came to truly appreciate God’s grace.
Col 1:3-6CSBGospel renewal does not simply seek to convert nominal church members; it also insists that all Christians - even committed ones - need the Spirit to bring the gospel home to their hearts for deepened experiences of Christ’s love and power.
Tim KellerCenter ChurchThe gospel is entirely a message about what someone else has done not only for me but also for the renewal of the whole creation
Michael HortonHe must be saying that he hopes the Ephesians will experience what they already believe and possess - the presence and love of Christ (Eph 3:16-19). But how does this experience happen? It comes through the work of the Spirit, strengthening our “inner being” and our “hearts” so that as believers we can know Christ’s love. It happens, in other words, through gospel renewal.
Tim KellerCenter Church