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God predestined us in advance for adoption
“God determined in advance to adopt us”
predestined us
"God planned long ago..." (UDB)
predestined us
Paul was including himself, the Ephesian church and all believers in Christ in his use of "us". (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-inclusive)
for adoption
"adoption" refers to being placed in God’s family.
through Jesus Christ
God brought believers into his family by the work of Jesus Christ.
he did this…he was pleased…he desired…his glorious grace
"he" and "his" refers to God.
his beloved one
"God's beloved one." This refers to Jesus Christ.