As we continue in our faith from day to day, month to month, and year to year, the temptation to get comfortable will always exist. Some think that this epistle to the ephesians was a circular letter sent to several churches, and that the copy directed to the ephesians happened to be taken into the canon, and so it came to bear that particular inscription. Covering topics such as living in gods will and receiving peace no matter the circumstances, the book of ephesians reveals the magnitude of every christians inheritance, a gift exceedingly abundantly above. This letter, along with pauls letter to the colossians was delivered by pauls faithful fellowservant, tychicus. Upload file special pages permanent link page information wikidata item cite this page. Ephesians 3 niv bible for this reason i, paul, the. By mystery i meat that this book contains wonderful truths that had never been revealed before and are now being shown to us by the lord through the apostle paul. If the words of demetrius are to be believed, she was worshipped by all asia and the world acts 19. Ephesians 16 nkjv greeting paul, an apostle of jesus. 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.
For this reason i, paul, the prisoner of christ jesus for the sake of you gentiles surely you have heard about the administration of gods grace that. For a free realplayer download click here the video links use vlc download vlc player here or real player. We therefore welcome all the more warmly the following contribution to the debate which is based on a paper given to the tsf group in oxford. These are all of the chapters of the book of ephesians. In the seventh chapter of the third book of his testimonies, he speaks of the apostle paul writing to the ephesians and then proceeds to quote ephesians 4. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of ephesians. I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. Verse by verse through the book of ephesians 2008 click on audio, video or notes to open up the file for each message. 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. Its origin has customarily been credited to paul the apostle however, beginning in 1792, this has been tested as deuteropauline, that is, composed in pauls name by a later creator. Ephesians offers general instruction in the truths of gods redemptive work in christ. An outline of ephesians intended to enhance and assist your study of gods holy word his letter to you.
You can find the best commentary on ephesians for you using the tools on the right side. Paul wrote that salvation can be attained by the grace of god and that it is through faith alone not by any other way, not even by good works. Finally, be strong in the lord and in his mighty power. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Based on the contents of the book, it appears as though pauls purpose for writing the book of ephesians was to remind the ephesian believers of their high calling in christ chapters and to exhort them to live up to that calling chapters 46. Doctrine occupies the greatest portion of the book of ephesians. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. Covering topics such as living in gods will and receiving peace no matter the circumstances, the book of ephesians reveals the magnitude of every christians inheritance. In this lesson, we will commence our study of the book of ephesians. Designed for the pastor and bible teacher, this series brings together commentary features rarely gathered together in one volume.
The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. Paul prays that the ephesians may receive grace and. Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry. The concept that the elect jews and gentiles compose the one family of god, the one holy nation, is a central theme of the book of ephesians.
The traditional idea, that god deals in one manner with the gentile christians and in another with the jewish christians, and that the races are identifiable in christ, has created havoc in the. What does it mean that god is rich in mercy ephesians 2. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. Book summary ephesians reveals to us the great mystery of the church which is the body of christ. Mar 31, 2020 what does it mean that satan is prince of the power of the air ephesians 2. The purpose of the book of ephesians was to warn the church elders about the false teachers that were teaching a false gospel and to maintain their first love that they held when. Some have taken the absence of the usual personal greetings. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true children of god. And they have been induced the rather to think this because it is the only one of all pauls epistles that has nothing. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and. The epistle to the ephesians, additionally called the letter to the ephesians and frequently abbreviated to ephesians, is the tenth book of the new testament.
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. Having explained gods great goals for the church, paul proceeds to show the steps toward their fulfillment. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. The book of ephesians chapter two workbook eeonline biblestudy. This letter, in many ways, is the crowning glory of the new testament. Ephesians bible book with full chapters king james version.
For this reason i, paul, the prisoner of christ jesus for the sake of you gentiles surely you have heard about the administration of gods grace that was given to me for you. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. Paul shows how the good news should create ethnically diverse communities that are unified by devotion to jesus and to each other. Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry st. Bruce, noted new testament scholar, calls ephesians the. Ephesians gives us wonderful examples and basic overviews of a christian life. And they have been induced the rather to think this because it is the only one of all pauls epistles that has nothing in it peculiarly adapted to the state or case of. The book of ephesians is a masterpiece of revelation that bridges the principles of grace and obedience into one solid irremovable form. However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we. According to ephesians, christ and believers are seated in the heavenly places, the church bears witness to gods wisdom in the heavenly places, and the armor of god is made available for believers to battle against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers of this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places ephesians 6. This would further seem to suggest, as i have believed, that not only did paul write the book of colossians, but that he wrote colossians before writing the book of ephesians. In live abundantly, bible teachers lenya heitzig and penny pierce rose challenge you to dig deep into the book of ephesians to find the spiritual treasure god has for you.
The below chart will help underline and point out these similarities. 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 hits on a wide range of moral and ethical behaviors, designed to ensure believers are living up to our heavenly calling. It is clear from the bible account that these mens lives were in danger. In the book of ephesians, paul reminds us that jesus longs for the day he will be united with the churchhis bride in all her beauty. The book of ephesians speaks of several mysteries that are revealed to us. For a free realplayer download click here the video links.
The book of ephesians gives practical, encouraging advice on living a life that honors god, which is why its still relevant in a conflictridden world. 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. Style and genre in ephesians q m t qdonovan the authorship of ephesians is an increasingly open question in current discussion. Also known as the epistle to the ephesians, it is one of the prison epistles which the apostle paul wrote around 6062 a. 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. Paul informs the ephesians that he has sent tychicus in.
What does it mean that satan is prince of the power of the air ephesians 2. What does it mean that we are gods workmanship in ephesians 2. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. Ephesians sets forth what no other book of the new testament describes so completely the nature of the body of christ, which is the true church. Abbott, a critical and exegetical commentary on the epistles to the ephesians and to the colossians, icc, pp. Your friend will receive a link to the page you are currently viewing. Put on the full armor of god so that you can take your stand against the devils schemes.
Ephesians executable outline study resources blue letter bible. Mar 07, 2016 the book of ephesians speaks of several mysteries that are revealed to us. Knowing jesus is a deeply personal and transformative encounter. 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. The end result is that the gospel spread from ephesus throughout asia minor ac 19. Paul emphasizes that we have been saved, not only for our personal benefit, but also to bring praise and glory to god. You will receive a periodic newsletter with links to our newest articles and features. For other books, devotionals and bible studies by anne graham lotz. He has imputed his righteousness to his body, for now we have been bought with a price and therefore no. Understanding the book of ephesians and bible study guide. Learn what the bible teaches in the book of ephesians. From the information which the new testament provides, i have no difficulty in. Written by notable evangelical scholars, each volume in the zondervan exegetical commentary on the new testament series treats the literary context and structure of the passage in the original greek. And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins.
Through the use of graphic representations of translations, succinct summaries of main ideas, exegetical outlines and other features, arnold present pauls epistle to the ephesians with precision and accuracy. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Ephesians verse by verse teaching in the book of ephesians. Gentile believers listened to the gospel which brought about. The traditional idea, that god deals in one manner with the gentile christians and in another with the jewish christians, and that the races are identifiable in christ, has created havoc in the interpretation of the scripturesparticularly the. A disturbance created by some of the local idol makers finally forced.
Second, god has reconciled these saved individuals to each other, christ having broken down the barriers through his own death 2. Epistle to the ephesians read the bible online bible study tools. Read ephesians prayerfully, objectively, thoughtfully, and attentively as you listen for god to speak. The book of philippians shows how living as a christian means seeing your own story as a living expression of jesus story. 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. 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. Ephesians colossians philippians philemon paul remained in ephesus for nearly three years on his 3rd missionary journey. He may not speak to you through every verse, but he will speak. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our everyday. May 12, 2017 the epistle to the ephesians, additionally called the letter to the ephesians and frequently abbreviated to ephesians, is the tenth book of the new testament. Ephesians 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ.
If youre going to choose a church to join, you must do it based on the churchs doctrines. Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works. Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3 ephesians chapter 4 ephesians chapter 5 ephesians chapter 6. Overview of the book of ephesians the letter opens with a sequence of statements about gods blessings, which are interspersed with a remarkable variety of expressions drawing attention to gods wisdom, forethought and purpose. First, god has reconciled individuals to himself as an act of grace 2. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. And i pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. When he does, record the verse number, what it is he seems to be saying to you and your response to him in this final step.
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