Ephesians 2:10
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King James Version (modern wording)
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God has before ordained that we should walk in them.
Ephesians 2:10 (KJV)
American Standard Version
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God afore prepared that we should walk in them.
Ephesians 2:10 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance as our way of life.
Ephesians 2:10 (BSB)
Context of Ephesians 2:10
This verse follows directly after Ephesians 2:8 and 9, and finishes the thought. The word "workmanship" translates a Greek word related to the English word "poem" and can mean something made or crafted. The verse connects what God has done for the readers with how they live.
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Questions about Ephesians 2:10
What does Ephesians 2:10 say?
Ephesians 2:10 in modern King James wording reads: "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God has before ordained that we should walk in them."
Where is Ephesians 2:10 found in the Bible?
Ephesians 2:10 is verse 10 of chapter 2 of the book of Ephesians, in the New Testament. Ephesians has 6 chapters.
What is the context of Ephesians 2:10?
This verse follows directly after Ephesians 2:8 and 9, and finishes the thought. The word "workmanship" translates a Greek word related to the English word "poem" and can mean something made or crafted. The verse connects what God has done for the readers with how they live.