Ephesians 1:21 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Way higher than any earthly authority, any government, any powerful person, any ruler, and literally every title or position you can think of — not just in our world right now, but in whatever comes next too.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus is above every single authority that exists, period — no exceptions, no competition.

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