The other prison letters are philippians, colossians which contain 78 of the 155 verses found in ephesians with only slight variation, and philemon. Ephesians 4 niv bible as a prisoner for the lord, then, i. Ephesians chapter 1 barnes notes on the new testament on. Andersons interpretation and description of our position and condition as it relates to our salvation is easy for a layman like me to understand and comprehend.
Grace and peace to you from god our father and the lord jesus christ. Ephesians 1 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of. Public activity ceased in the cities of ionia for several hours at. Zeller quotes william hendriksen who believes that faith is the gift of god in ephesians 2. He shows that it was through the great abundance of gods wisdom and goodness that the gentiles were called. Interrupting himself, paul makes mention of gods grace 12 a. Ephesians 4 niv bible as a prisoner for the lord, then.
In ancient greek the language paul originally wrote in, ephesians 1. Those are not saints, who are not faithful, believing in christ, and true to the. I am not a seminary trained, biblical scholar, but dr. 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. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. You may remember him from such new testament letters as romans and 1 corinthians. An illustration of this is found in the bible in the book of numbers, chapter 21. Ephesians nkjv greeting paul, an apostle of jesus. It is believed to be an encyclical or circular letter, which means that it was a. The book of ephesians was very likely written between a. This letter is to those who belong to christ in the city of ephesus and to you who are faithful followers of christ jesus.
Ephesians 3 is the third chapter of the epistle to the ephesians in the new testament of the. Prayer for ephesians strength, praise to god ephesians 3. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one. These expository bible studies on the book of ephesians cover a letter that is regarded by many as a summary of the apostle pauls writings dealing with his most important teachings. I therefore, the prisoner of the lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2. Ephesians 1 new life version nlv 1 this letter is from paul. Study the ephesians passage for this lesson, by reading the verses and studying the notes. 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.
Ephesians 5 commentary matthew henrys complete commentary. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised holy spirit. Ephesians 1 is the first chapter of the epistle to the ephesians in the new testament of the christian bible. Tyrannus no doubt held his classes in the early morning. And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church, which is his body, the fullness of him that filleth all in all. Ephesians chapter 1 barnes notes on the new testament. That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in christ. He shows that it was through the great abundance of gods wisdom and goodness that the gentiles were called into a state of. And you also were included in christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The book of ephesians is one of pauls prison letters, written during his time under house arrest in rome acts 28. Were continuing our study of ephesians tonight, and well be doing so throughout the rest of the autumn, god willing. Ephesians small group series lesson 1 introduction to. He blesses god for calling the gentiles to the adoption of children by jesus christ, by whose sacrificial death both they and the jews find redemption, ephesians 1.
The epistle to the ephesians chapter four objectives in studying the chapter 1 to see the importance of walking in unity and purity 2 to appreciate the gifts christ has given the church for our edification, and the need for each one to do their share summary beginning with this chapter and proceeding through the rest of the epistle, paul. A free bible version and commentary on the letter to the ephesians in easyenglish. The western text indicates that paul had the use of the building from 11 a. Previous index next the epistle to the ephesians chapter four objectives in studying the chapter 1 to see the importance of walking in unity and purity 2 to appreciate the gifts christ has given the church for our edification, and the need for each one to do their share summary beginning with this chapter and proceeding through the rest of the epistle, paul exhorts the ephesians to. The book of ephesians until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the son of god and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of christ. Paul intended that all who long for christlike maturity would receive this writing. A prayer of the apostle, expressing his earnest desire that the ephesians might avail themselves fully of all the advantages of this eternal purpose of mercy, ephesians 1.
These are all of the chapters of the book of ephesians. Ephesians and colossians summary the epistle to the ephesians. Flash cards to memorize the book of ephesians for the new international version niv of the bible. This exposition consisted of readings from 1 corinthians. 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. Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the son of god, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of christ.
Ephesians 1 is the first chapter of the epistle to the ephesians in the new testament of the. Here we have yet another letter from the apostle paul. Endeavouring to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace. Ephesians bible book with full chapters king james version. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true. The doctrine of the native character of man, as being dead in sins, illustrated by the past lives of the ephesians, ephesians 2. 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. Paul speaks in ephesians about the spirit of wisdom and revelation and the power given to those who believe and trust in the christ. This eightvolume set displays the respected authors elegant style and probing exegesis. Explain how both jew and gentile have access to the father through christ by one spirit john 14.
Ephesians 1 niv bible paul, an apostle of christ jesus by. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people. The central organizing theological idea in ephesians is that through christs atoning work god has mightily brought about the churcha new humanity, i. Ephesians 4, new king james version nkjv the bible app. The book of ephesians chapter four workbook eeonline bible this bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter four of the book of ephesians. In acts 19 we read about pauls trip to ephesus and how the city was full. Bruce, in his commentary on the book of acts, provides us with some interesting information on the school of tyrannus. 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. Ephesians 1, new living translation nlt the bible app.
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 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. Therefore put on the full armor of god, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after. The message of ephesians for the global church is that in christ god has reconciled to himself all things by his free grace, and in so doing he has enabled humans all over the world to be reconciled with one another. Because god, for christs sake, has forgiven you, therefore be you followers of god, or imitators of him for. The condition you speak of is a carnal condition,the tilting flesh you refer to. The apostle had been insisting on this in the former chapter, and particularly in the ephesians 4.
Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ephesians in the bible king james version. In light of these two great reconciliations, christians worldwide are empowered to live a new life of light and love. Those are not saints, who are not faithful, believing in christ, and true to the profession they make of relation to their lord. Ephesians chapter 1 my personal commentary on the book of ephesians by david l. Traditionally, it is believed to have been written by apostle paul while he was in prison in rome around ad 62, but more recently, it has been suggested that it was written between ad 80 and 100 by another writer using pauls name and style. Ephesians 1 niv bible paul, an apostle of christ jesus. With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love.
Ephesians chapter 5 this chapter is a continuation of the practical exhortations commenced in chapter 4. The condition you speak of is a carnal condition, the tilting flesh you refer to. Ephesians 1 commentary john gills exposition of the bible. However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we. The last three chapters teach about how god will use christians in this plan. This time, pauls writing to the church in ephesus and, boy, does he have a lot to say. Ephesians chapter 2 kjv king james version very good mr. Ezeomedo, thou are not far from the kingdom of god. In ephesians chapter 1 we learn that christians are. Chapter 1 chapter 2 chapter 3 chapter 4 chapter 5 chapter 6 chapter 6. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. Ephesians 1 kjv paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the bible.
Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Yet most people today have never heard of john gill. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. Ephesians chapter 5 barnes notes on the new testament. Ephesians 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise.
Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. A great, and true interpretation of what god offers to believers with his free grace. This scary word from the book of revelation is an enigma for most bible scholars. 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. Each volume covers a portion of the book of ephesians, from an overview of gods ultimate purpose to an exploration of the christian soldier. Excellent book, with strong and very sound theology.
Lloydjoness much loved series on ephesians is one of the most complete commentaries on that book. John gills exposition of the bible he preached in the same church as c. The book of ephesians chapter four workbook eeonline biblestudy. The exhortation to be followers of god, and to walk in love, ephesians 5. Specific instructions for christian living ephesians 4.
It is a short book, and reading it many times will help you understand the story much better. Welcome to the first of six studies on the book of ephesians. Chosen by the father verses 46 redeemed by the son verses 712 sealed by the holy spirit verses and 14. Ephesians about these expository bible studies on ephesians. Ephesians chapter 1 free online bible study lessons. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. As an opera has an overture, setting the tone for all the melodies that will follow, so ephesians 1. Grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ. The apostles salutation to the church, ephesians 1. He concludes his prayer and this chapter by ascribing that glory be given to god in the church by jesus christ for all eternity 1421. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings of the jews. Ephesus was the third largest city in the roman empire population 250,000 in what is today the country of turkey.
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