I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. It deals, however, not so much with a congregation in the city of ephesus in asia minor as with the worldwide church, the head of which is christ, the purpose of which is to be the instrument for making gods plan of salvation known throughout the universe eph 3. Having explained gods great goals for the church, paul proceeds to show the steps toward their fulfillment. With all wisdom and understanding, 9 he made known to us the mystery of his will. In the book of ephesians, we learn how the gospel creates a new multiethnic, covenant family of god, and affects our story and how we live every day as a body of new humanity unified in love. The first 3 chapters are theological, emphasizing new testament. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. 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. What are the most commonly asked questions about the book of ephesians. 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 they first became believers. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman.
The below chart will help underline and point out these similarities. Observe, it is not redemption through his power, it is through his blood. We at angel ministries sincerely pray that these worksheets will provide you with an easy, meaningful format for this growth. Ephesians intro to ephesians biblica the international bible. Bible commentaries john gills exposition of the whole bible ephesians 1. The bible companion series what we possess in christ the book of ephesians page 4 c. A salutation, and an account of saving blessings, as prepared in gods eternal election, as purchased by christs blood. Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. The church has received wondrous blessings in union with christ.
Learn what the bible teaches in the book of ephesians. 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. Power and magic is one of those few books which literally cannot be ignored by any serious bible student. 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. Find biblical, helpful christian resources relating to marriage at. 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 sermon explains how to understand the book of ephesians part one with apostle.
Preface to the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. If youre going to choose a church to join, you must do it based on the churchs doctrines. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. Ive been studying the book of ephesians for a long time now. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. 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. The book of ephesians is an incredible book, rich in the doctrines of god that gives the reader hope, assurance, and the protection theyll need and well need it because the enemy is out.
Ephesians is the great pauline letter about the church. The church has been brought from death to life in christ. This word is used 12 times in the new testament and in eleven of those it refers to power that belongs to god alone. 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. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app.
Ephesians 16 nkjv greeting paul, an apostle of jesus. Arnold argues that the power language that fills the book of ephesians is connected to the local fears of the demonic powers associated with pagan idols in ephesus like the cult of artemis. First, god has reconciled individuals to himself as an act of grace. The sermon explains how to understand the book of ephesians part one with apostle joshua selman. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament.
As we stand in the midst of the birth of jacobs well, i can think of no better place to build our lives together than in the book of ephesians. Bible verses about spiritual energy bible verses related to spiritual energy from the king james version kjv by relevance sort by book order. Ephesians 3 niv bible for this reason i, paul, the. Paul prays that the ephesians would gain a greater understanding of the power of god his strength and might in that he, through the gospel, can forgive men of their sins cf. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. Paul wrote to the early church in asia ephesus was a major city in turkey, what was considered asia at the time declaring our position in christ and what that looks like lived out in everyday living. Paul wrote four letters which are now part of the new testament. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. Ephesians the niv application commentary book 10 kindle. Ephesians 16 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the. David guzik commentary on ephesians 1 talks about the work of the triune god, the father, the. 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. 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.
Ephesus boasted international trade, a thriving silversmith guild, and a theater that seated 20,000 people. Ephesians chapter 4 barnes notes on the new testament. The books of reference used for this study of the book of ephesians were the bible, king james version, called the companion bible, publisher kregel. As a result, pauls travel companions, gaius and aristarchus of macedonia, were dragged into the theater. Their understanding was darkened, and they were alienated from the life of god, or true religion, ephesians 4. This is what the new testament means when it talks about the blood. This power is conferred by the energy of gods powerful strength.
Sin is the very thing that can keep one from realizing their life long hope of heaven. An introduction to the book of ephesians related media. 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. Understanding the book of ephesians part one apostle. Summary of the book of ephesians summary of hebrews. This booklet is a free educational service, provided by the church of the eternal god in the united states of america, in collaboration with the global church of god in the united kingdom and the church of god, a christian fellowship in canada. Then paul prays that we will have the revelation of christ so we can know the hope and power we have been called to as his body, the church of. Therefore, this mighty power of god is presently available for us.
Because the name ephesus is not mentioned in every early manuscript, some scholars believe the letter was an encyclical, intended to be circulated and read among all the churches in asia minor and was simply sent first to believers in ephesus. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in. The fifth chapter describes the conflict of the powers with christ and the church. In ephesians, paul is pastorally highlighting how christ has defeated these powers.
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. The book of ephesians was very likely written between a. Ephesians 1 commentary john gills exposition on the. Ephesians 1, common english bible ceb the bible app.
Home content index books of the bible ephesians questions about ephesians. Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3 ephesians chapter 4 ephesians chapter 5 ephesians chapter 6. Strongs exhaustive concordance of the bible, numbered to the hebrew, chaldee, and greek, and english, coded to the strongs concordance numbers. To teach the christians at ephesus the wonder and practical implications of being the church in christ. Grace is undeserved favour and peace is the tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through christ, and so fearing nothing from god and content with whatever. Ephesians overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. It is clear from the bible account that these mens lives were in danger. Introduction from the niv study bible go to ephesians. 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. Overview of the book of ephesians reformed answers to.
Understanding the book of ephesians and bible study guide. 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 writings. In this book, however, he goes into greater depth before making the transition. This course is designed as an expository study of the epistle to the ephesians, taking the student through the entire epistle with cross references to other portions of scripture. Ephesians 1 niv bible paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will. From them came the authority with which paul spoke verse 1, as well as the blessings of grace and peace to all believers. Ephesians the niv application commentary book 10 kindle edition by snodgrass, klyne. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Have you sat down to study a book of the bible and found yourself confused about why an author wrote certain things. Understanding the latest news through a biblical lens.
Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry. Book of ephesians bible survey what are the pauline epistles. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true children of god. Ephesians 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this versebyverse commentary contain gems of information found nowhere outside the ancient jewish writings. In our common pick and choose reading method where we flip open the bible, read a passage, and then jump somewhere else, we often miss the importance of the flow, tone, and message of what an. An introduction to the study of the book of ephesians ephesus was a jewel in the roman province of asia. Paul intended that all who long for christlike maturity would receive this writing. Gods teaching for us in this letter will give us the doctrine we need to build our lives upon. If the words of demetrius are to be believed, she was worshipped by all asia and the world acts 19. This epistle is addressed to the saints at the church in ephesus, a prosperous port city in the roman province of asia minor. 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. It is crucially important that christians realize this, so in1.
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