He sailed to macedonia and then traveled to greece where he stayed for three months. Today a number of scholars claim that it was written in pauls name by an unknown follower or imitator of paul, and they give two. The book of ephesians floral heights church of christ. Ephesians offers general instruction in the truths of gods redemptive work in christ. I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. What does the bible say about fulfilling gods assignment. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, to the saints which are at ephesus, and to the faithful in christ jesus. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. Some have taken the absence of the usual personal greetings. The mystery of the body of christ esv edition preaching the word hughes, r. That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through christ jesus. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. In love 5 he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through jesus christ, according to the purpose of his will, 6 to the praise of his glorious grace, with which he has blessed us in the beloved. Ephesians 1 esv greeting paul, an apostle of christ.
The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. To the saints who are in ephesus, and are faithful in christ jesus 2 grace to you and peace from god our father and the lord jesus christ spiritual blessings in christ. The epistle to the ephesians, also called the letter to the ephesians and often shortened to ephesians, is the tenth book of the new testament. After this, paul called the disciples together, embraced them, and departed for macedonia acts 20. Tell how paul expressed his deep humility and tell why he took this view. Eph 5 esv walk in love therefore be imitators bible. It was the capital of proconsular asia, being about a mile from the sea coast, and was the great religious, commercial and political center.
And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in christ jesus. Ephesians 5, english standard version 2016 esv the. The main argument of the letter is punctuated by several prayers and an interior benediction 3. Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3 ephesians chapter 4 ephesians chapter 5 ephesians chapter 6. Nov 22, 2016 realities of the unseen realm guest speaker exsatanist john ramirez duration. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of ephesians. Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience. The book of ephesians was very likely written between a.
To the saints who are in ephesus, and care faithful1 in christ jesus. Put on the full armor of god so that you can take your stand against the devils schemes. Ephesians 1 esv greeting paul, an apostle of christ bible. It probably references pauls twoyear house arrest a. Paul says that his being made a minister or servant of the mystery of christ the gospel was according to what. Ephesians exemplifies the genre of the nt epistle, with its salutation including sender, recipients, and greeting, thanksgiving, exposition, exhortation, and closing including final greetings and benediction. The believers in ephesus were primarily gentiles see 2. Eventually, the city clerk was able to bring order to the theater and dismiss the crowd. Ephesians 16 esv greeting paul, an apostle of christ. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. This deep, spiritual letter discusses our position in christ, the body of christ, salvation by grace through faith, our christian inheritance, unity of the church, prayer, ministry, ethical right living, and instructions to fathers, husbands, wives, children, masters, employees, and employers.
Use this topic or order a custom research paper, written exactly how you need it to be. I therefore, a prisoner for the lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace. Walk in love 5 1 therefore be imitators of god, as beloved children. He is born om d a christmas devotional celebrate the 12 days of christmas using this devotional resource. Ephesians 16 english standard version esv greeting. The book of ephesians is a masterpiece of revelation that bridges the principles of grace and obedience into one solid irremovable form. Ephesians 5 english standard version esv walk in love.
It is therefore critical to understand the nature and calling of the church that we might be effective members of the one body that is called to bear witness to gods grace in this world. The book of ephesians chapter three workbook eeonline bible this bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter three of the book of ephesians. The book of ephesians chapter one workbook eeonline bible this bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter one of the book of ephesians. Dec, 2008 ephesians is a profound book, and our own dr. Dec 16, 2019 pauls prayer for the ephesians ephesians 1. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. The local church at ephesus would eventually be pastored by timothy see 1 timothy 1. A key text is in ephesians 4 where paul tells us that god has given the body of christ, the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the son of god, to become. Listen to chuck swindolls overview of ephesians in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. The esv text has been reproduced in cooperation with and by permission of. Ephesians 4, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app. The mystery of the body of christ esv edition preaching the word.
Its authorship has traditionally been attributed to paul the apostle but starting in 1792, this has been challenged as deuteropauline, that is, written in pauls name by a later author strongly influenced by pauls thought, probably by a loyal. Sproul examines these important topics and demonstrates why they are. Finally, be strong in the lord and in his mighty power. When christ redeemed us from sin and death, he incorporated all believers into his body. Andy is a professor of bible and theology at the college of biblical studies in houston. Overview of the book of ephesians reformed answers to. And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins. It has been said to contain the profoundest truth revealed to men, and the church at ephesus was, perhaps, better prepared than any other to be the custodian of such truth, since pauls long stay there had so well. Doctrine occupies the greatest portion of the book of ephesians. Ephesians 4, english standard version 2016 esv the. Ephesus was the capital of the roman province of asia on the western coast of asia minor. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. Ephesians 5, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to the saints who are in ephesus, and are faithful in christ jesus.
A journal for ephesians uses the most effective way to study the bible in your time with the lord. Paraphrase, process, pursue understanding, principles, praise god for how hes revealed himself, personal application of what was read and prayer. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme. Realities of the unseen realm guest speaker exsatanist john ramirez duration. Pauline authorship of ephesians was universally accepted until modern times. To the saints who are in ephesus, and are faithful.
For a brief time at the end of his second missionary journey, and then for more than two years on his third missionary journey, paul ministered to the church at ephesus acts 18. The central organizing theological idea in ephesians is that through christs atoning work god has mightily brought about the churcha new humanity, i. Grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ. Book of ephesians esv listen audio bible online bible study tools.
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