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“He is our peace, who made one of the two and destroyed the middle partition, enmity.” — Ephesians 2:14

Since 1961, families and friends have been separated by the Berlin Wall. A barrier erected by the East German government prevented citizens from fleeing to West Germany. According to researchers, more than 2.5 million East Germans fled to the West from 1949 to the day the wall was erected. In 1987, US President Ronald Reagan stood by the wall and said: “Tear down this wall!” His words reflected a wave of change that culminated in the fall of the wall in 1989, leading to the joyous reunification of Germany.

The apostle Paul wrote that Jesus “destroyed the middle partition, the enmity” (Eph. 2:14). The wall existed between the Jews (God’s chosen people) and the Gentiles (all other people). Its symbol was the “central partition” in the ancient temple built by Herod the Great in Jerusalem. She did not allow the Gentiles to go outside the outer courts of the temple, although they could see the inner courts. Jesus brought “peace” and reconciliation between Jews and Gentiles, as well as between God and all people. For this, He “destroyed the middle partition, enmity, with His body” (v. 14). The gospel of peace made it possible for everyone to unite through faith in Christ (vv. 17-18).

Many things can divide us. However, let’s try to live in peace and unity in Jesus Christ (vv. 19-22).

What “partitions” do you see? How can you help destroy them with the power of Jesus?

Lord Jesus, please help me break down the walls that block the way of Your truth and love.

Author: Tom Felten