By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.
Ver. 2. We have access] προσαγωγην, Christ leading us by the hand, and presenting us to the Father, with, "Behold, here am I, and the children whom thou hast given me." Ephesians 2:18 .
Wherein we stand] εστηκαμεν, not stirring a foot, for any temptation or percention. A metaphor from soldiers keeping their station in the battle.