12 Yes, the inheritance which we have now obtained is part of that consummating purpose, is in him, in whom we were first seen and known as the objects of this infinite purpose which subdues all things, destined to adorn his glory as we even now hope and expect by faith to do.
13 We have learned to know the Christ, in whom you too have embraced the word of truth, which is the good news of our salvation, in whom you have attained faith, and have been given that stamp and evidence of the genuineness and certainty of your hope and faith, namely, the gift of the spirit which was promised, the seal of the title-deed conferring the rich inheritance.
14 It is our own now and secure, a possession that is purchased and made our own, as part of the adornment and wonder of His glory.
15 Since I learned that this faith is now ruling in your midst, and that your love is now extended in the faith towards other churches,
16 you have daily been the subject of my prayers and thanks-givings, and this prayer is one for further light and increased understanding on your part,
17 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, father of all glory, may give you the spiritual wisdom and revelation, which are found in the clear full knowledge of Him,
18 and illuminate your inner vision, the eyes of your heart, thereby explaining and opening to you the full nature of his calling and its aim and expectation, revealing too what an abundance of glory is implied in this “inheritance of the saints” (Deut. xxxiii. 3),