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General Information:
In this book, unless otherwise stated, the words "us" and "we" refer to Paul and the believers in Ephesus, as well as all believers. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-inclusive)
Connecting Statement:
Paul opens his letter by talking about the believers' position and their safety before God.
May the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ be praised
This can be stated in an active form. Alternate translation: "Let us praise the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive)
who has blessed us
"for God has blessed us"
every spiritual blessing
"every blessing coming from the Spirit of God"
in the heavenly places
"in the supernatural world." The word "heavenly" refers to the place where God is.
in Christ
Possible meanings 1) the phrase "in Christ" refers to what Christ has done. Alternate translation: "through Christ" or "through what Christ has done" or 2) "in Christ" is a metaphor referring to our close relationship with Christ. Alternate translation: "by uniting us with Christ" or "because we are united with Christ" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)