The book of ephesians week six workbook eeonline biblestudy. The book of ephesians is a survival manualit equips believers to thrive in a world that hates the message of jesus christ. Having explained gods great goals for the church, paul proceeds to show the steps toward their fulfillment. In the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians, paul describes the spiritual blessings of being a christian. T he book of ephesians is 6 chapters of solid christian teachings. 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. Ephesians 3 niv bible for this reason i, paul, the. Harold hoehner begins his massive volume on ephesians with a long account of the thoughts and comments about the importance of ephesians to leaders throughout history. However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we. Ephesus was an important commercial hub with a harbour allowing access to the aegean sea, situated on the west coast of what is now turkey.
The church has been brought from death to life in christ. The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. Return to index introduction the revelation of your words sheds light, giving understanding to the simple. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. Some even say the bible contradicts itself on the matter of faith and works. Greear digs into the text of ephesians versebyverse and challenges believers to live out the gospel.
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. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. In christ, we are new creations, righteous, fit for fellowship with god, and even now seated with him in the heavenly realms eph. The niv and new international version are trademarks registered in the united states patent and trademark office by biblica, inc. The letter states that it is from paul, writing from prison, however some commentators are not convinced due to its difference in style, different use of words such as church, and theological differences from other pauline letters. Ephesians the niv application commentary book 10 kindle edition by snodgrass, klyne. Overview of the book of ephesians reformed answers to.
Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true. This is well done enough book to use for a seminary class, but practical enough and engaging enough to use for a bible study. The theological debate over the question of whether salvation is by faith or by works has caused christian denominations to disagree for centuries. If the people of your city, of your school, of your family are going to hear the gospel, its going to be from your mouth. The book of ephesians floral heights church of christ. Pauls letter to the ephesians shines with the brilliant reality of what being a christian really means. Read ephesians prayerfully, objectively, thoughtfully, and attentively as you listen for god to speak. Put on the full armor of god so that you can take your stand against the devils schemes. 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. Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3 ephesians chapter 4 ephesians chapter 5 ephesians chapter 6.
And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins. Biblica provides gods word to people through translation, publishing and bible engagement in africa, asia pacific, europe, latin america, middle east, and north america. From chapter 1 to 6, in that order, you will read about. He may not speak to you through every verse, but he will speak. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. Epistle to the ephesians a new testament book containing the epistle from saint paul to the ephesians which explains the divine plan for the world and the consummation of this in christ. Paul uses the law of equivalences to establish the inseparable connection between gods grace and mans responsibility to keep his divine laws. The book of ephesians is a masterpiece of revelation that bridges the principles of grace and obedience into one solid irremovable form.
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. 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. Book of ephesians synonyms, book of ephesians pronunciation, book of ephesians translation, english dictionary definition of book of ephesians. Paul intended that all who long for christlike maturity would receive this writing. Epistle to the ephesians a new testament book containing the epistle from saint paul to the ephesians which explains the divine plan for the world. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. Encounter ephesians, and get swept up into the story of jesus. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society.
The book of ephesians was very likely written between a. The book of ephesians part 01 evangelist yared tilahun. 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. To bring the ancient messages of the bible into todays world, each passage is treated in three sections. Overview of the book of ephesians third millennium ministries. The book of ephesians is a letter written by paul the apostle to the church in ephesus, and likely also intended for circulation to other churches. Like the rest, we were by nature deserving of wrath. Doctrine occupies the greatest portion of the book of ephesians. May 12, 2014 the structure of ephesians reflects its purpose. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. Highly recommend to get a much better understanding of ephesians.
The book of ephesians part 03 evangelist yared tilahun. For thousands of years god has communicated to millions of simple people through his word. 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. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. 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. Book of ephesians definition of book of ephesians by the. Not just the way we live, but the very source and nature of our lives are different. Finally, be strong in the lord and in his mighty power. Ephesians 2, new international version niv the bible app. 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. Chapter 1 chapter 2 chapter 3 chapter 4 chapter 5 chapter 6 chapter 6.
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 offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. The church has received wondrous blessings in union with christ. The book of ephesians chapter one workbook eeonline biblestudy.
Ephesians 16 nkjv greeting paul, an apostle of jesus. It is hard to overestimate the importance of the book of ephesians on this history of christs people. Ephesians the niv application commentary book 10 kindle. 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. Paul teaches in this wonderful letter how to walk the spiritual christian walk as gods workmanship, created in christ jesus. Paul emphasizes that we have been saved, not only for our personal benefit, but also to bring praise and glory to god. To teach the christians at ephesus the wonder and practical implications of being the church in christ. Flash cards to memorize the book of ephesians for the new international version niv of the bible.
Ephesians 1 niv bible paul, an apostle of christ jesus. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app. The book of ephesians part 02 b evangelist yared tilahun. The book of ephesians part 02 b evangelist yared tilahun ephesians 1. Grace and peace to you from god our father and the lord jesus christ. The hypothesis of the book of ephesians is found at chapter 1. 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. Differences of opinion are still common among christians today. 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. The niv application commentary helps you communicate and apply biblical text effectively in todays context.
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 book of ephesians part 04 evangelist yared tilahun. You can find the best commentary on ephesians for you using the tools on the right side. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament.
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