#1387. Jesus fills all things in every way (14/11/25)

Welcome to this Come to Jesus Daily Devotional (posted, at present, every weekday) as we continue our Ephesians series: Ephesians - To the praise, for the purpose, in the power of God. 

In our last devotional, we reflected on the vital truth that, having received Christ, we are filled with His presence - we are united to Him! Building on this, we ask:

What does it mean for Jesus to ‘fill everything in every way'?

You can listen to this devotional below

1. Jesus Fills Everything

Not only does Jesus fill His church in a unique and intimate way, but He also fills all things. He is both present in and sovereign over everything - in heaven and on earth. This points us to the doctrine of God’s omnipresence: God is fully present in all places, at all times, while working differently in each context according to His will.

The Lord declares in Jeremiah:

2. Jesus, who fills all things, is present with each of us

Jesus' omnipresence is a mystery beyond full comprehension - and yet it’s a deep encouragement. Jesus, who fills heaven and earth, is also fully present within us and among His people. In every trial, every season, every place, He is near. We can echo the Psalmist with confidence:

Response

In every circumstance and context, are we assured that God is truly with us?

Do we allow the sublime presence and power of Jesus to bring us hope in the challenges we face?

Are we living each day attentive to His presence, seeking to please Him and be led by Him?

Community Group Notes

1. Notices

It might be good to begin with notices. Please share from this week’s Church News.

Note - Please be thinking and praying about who you might want to invite to our upcoming carol service (7th December) and to sign up for carol singing (30th November). To sign up, go to: https://forms.monday.com/forms/67541e198902721e4b04ee65cc95ae8a?r=use1

2. Icebreaker

How has God been speaking to you from His Word this week, and how has this helped you? 

3. Worship together

Let’s begin our time together by lifting our eyes and hearts to worship our great God. Perhaps you have readings and songs that you would like to use together. Let’s be open to the gifts that the Spirit wants to give in order to encourage one another.

4. Study and pray together

Balanced Time Allocation - Please ensure a balanced focus on discussion, SIV (Serve, Invest, and Invite), and prayer so that each section is meaningful and fruitful.

On Sunday, we continued our series: Ephesians: to the praise, for the purpose, in the power of God. 

Our message on Sunday from Ephesians 1:22-23, was:  The authority, life and power of Jesus.

Please read Ephesians 1:22-23 and discuss:

• Personal Reflection – What did God speak to you about through Sunday’s message?

• Over how much is Jesus reigning and how is this meant to affect our thinking, praying and acting? 

• What does it mean for Jesus to be ‘head over everything for the church’?

• Jesus is the head and the church is His body, how do we get connected to Jesus, the head?

• What does Jesus being our head mean for how we relate to Him?

• What does this image of head and body teach about unity?

SIV (Serve, Invest, and Invite)

•  If we are joined to Christ, we will receive His power. How will this be seen in our service and witness?

• Share Stories – Have you had any recent opportunities to Serve, Invest in, or Invite someone toward Jesus? Let’s encourage one another by sharing testimonies of God at work through us.

• Practical Next Steps – Who is God putting on your heart to reach? Are there any ‘people of peace’ (*see note) in your life—those who are receptive to you and spiritual conversation?

Let’s pray together: 

• Let’s pray for one another based on our study, and bring before God any other needs or requests for prayer.

• Pray for one another's SIV opportunities and boldness in following the Spirit's promptings.

• Pray specifically for the ‘people of peace’ in our lives - asking God to open hearts and provide opportunities to speak life and truth.