The Fullness of God

“…so that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.” (Ephesians 3:19b CSB)

The greatest need of any believer is to be filled with all the fullness of God. Paul recognized this for himself and others, and thus his statement to the Ephesians. His prayer for them identifies at least some portion of what it means to be filled with all the fullness of God.

First, it means “to be strengthened with power through His Spirit in the inner man.” (verse 16) The Holy Spirit of God dwells in the centermost area of our being, in the place we call the heart. Our very souls are united with God’s Spirit. Through that union of Spirit and soul, the Holy Spirit then uses His power to strengthen us, to enable us to be strong in the face of adversity, temptation, and fear.

Being filled with all the fullness of God also means to be “rooted and firmly established in love.” (verse 17) Roots penetrate deep into the soil, absorbing minerals, water, and nutrients to support and further the growth of the plant. Roots also provide the foundation that supports the weight of the plant, which further serves the growth of the plant. As the roots sink deeper, the plant grows stronger and higher. So, being rooted and firmly established in the love of God enables us to experience the full “length, and width, and height and depth of God’s love.” (verse 18)

The fullness of God’s love in our hearts is the greatest source of peace, joy, and encouragement we can possibly know. If we seek or desire anything, it should be this, for God’s fullness in us is what makes us complete. His fullness makes us whole.

Lord, Today may we each be filled with ALL of Your fullness, for Your honor and glory. Amen.