Definition: In whom ye also [trusted], after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,

Explanation: Okay, let’s break down this verse from Ephesians 1:13. It’s a really important and comforting passage about God’s plan for us. Here's what it means, explained in simpler terms: Think of it like this: Imagine you’re starting a journey – a big adventure! This verse is saying that God has already prepared a special path for you to follow. Let’s break it down word by word: “In whom ye also [trusted]” : This means “in whom you have placed your trust.” It's like saying, "I believe in you and your goodness." You’re trusting that God will be involved in your life, even when things are tough. “after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation” : This is the first part of what we're trusting. "The word of truth" refers to God’s message – His plan and love for us. “The gospel of your salvation” means God offers you a free gift of forgiveness and a new life with Him through Jesus Christ. Basically, it says that God wants to rescue you from sin and lead you to Himself. “in whom after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise” : This is the second part – the really important part! “You believed” means you’ve accepted this gift of salvation. "Sealed" means God has marked you as someone special and protected you. The "holy Spirit of promise" is a very powerful word. It refers to the Holy Spirit, who came with Jesus and gave us our eternal life. It's like a seal of approval – God’s promise that He will be involved in your life forever. So, putting it all together: God has already prepared a special path for you through His message (the word of truth). You've accepted this message and believed in Jesus Christ. And now, because of that belief, God has given you a special gift – the Holy Spirit – that will always be with you. In essence, it’s about God’s unconditional love and plan to save us. It emphasizes that we are not alone on our journey and that God is actively working for our good. --- Do you want me to: Explain this verse in more detail? Connect it to a specific theme (like forgiveness or redemption)?