The others are philippians, colossians, and philemon. Shepherds notes helps readers learn about the inspired authors of the bible books and when and where they were first penned. Grace is behind all of this lavishness that god pours out. The essence of goodspeed s theory is that toward the end of the first century pauls letters were collected, and ephesians was written by a disciple of paul as an introduction to the collection. Every day on my 3045 minute commute, i turned over these words in my mind and heart. Overview of the book of ephesians reformed answers to. I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true children of god. Gain new insights into gods word and how to apply gods word to everyday life with the blackabys. Have you sat down to study a book of the bible and found yourself confused about why an author wrote certain things.
All three letters were sent with tychicus and onesimus. Shop koorongs wide range of books and christian products now for online specials. Ephesians finding true love is purported to be a scriptural guide for todays woman and will appeal primarily to that audience, however, the practical illustrations and study material can easily be adapted for use by any serious young person eager to find biblical truths from 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. As a result, pauls travel companions, gaius and aristarchus of macedonia, were dragged into the theater. Book of ephesians kjv listen audio bible online bible study tools. Greear digs into the text of ephesians versebyverse and challenges believers to live out the gospel. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people. The book of ephesians chapter two workbook eeonline biblestudy.
Some have taken the absence of the usual personal greetings and the verbal similarity of many parts to colossians, among other reasons, as grounds. The book of ephesians chapter one workbook this bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter one of the book of ephesians. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme. 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 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. Its authorship, origin and purpose, published in 1951, in which he basically agreed with goodspeeds hypothesis. Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry st. Paul emphasizes that we have been saved, not only for our personal benefit, but also to bring praise and glory to god. The book of ephesians is a masterpiece of revelation that bridges the principles of grace and obedience into one solid irremovable form. You can find the best commentary on ephesians for you using the tools on the right side.
Ephesians pastor david legge 4 grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ. Paul uses the same words here power, strength and might. 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. During this time he also wrote colossians and philemon. The book of ephesians was very likely written between a.
Sermons from the book of ephesians is a series of sermons i gave in my tenure as lead pastor in one of the local churches in my city. Ephesians 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app. Ephesians overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. 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 mystery of the body of christ esv edition preaching the word hughes, r. Samuel taylor coleridge, the hymnwriter, wrote these words about the book of ephesians he said. Ephesians colossians philippians philemon paul remained in ephesus for nearly three years on his 3rd missionary journey. 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. Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. Preface to the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians. The below chart will help underline and point out these similarities. How to use this book welcome to the faith foundations study guide on ephesians.
Ephesians 1 1 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. In view of the spiritual blessings with which god has enriched believers, and the deliverance which he has provided for individuals and the gentiles from their godless position to one of unity with him and one another, paul exhorts the ephesians to maintain their unified. Introduction, translation, and commentary on chapters. Andy is a professor of bible and theology at the college of biblical studies in houston.
Ephesians and colossians are exactly what theyre billed as in the title. The church has received wondrous blessings in union with christ. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. I had compiled these sermons primarily to give ideas to pastors and ministers as they prepare for their sunday talks. To teach the christians at ephesus the wonder and practical implications of being the church 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. Strongs exhaustive concordance of the bible, numbered to the hebrew, chaldee, and greek, and english, coded to the strongs concordance numbers. 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. Verse by verse teaching through the book of ephesians. Home content index books of the bible ephesians questions about ephesians. Goodspeed s epochmaking book, the meaning of ephesians. 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. Get 1 credit every month to exchange for an audiobook of your choice no commitment, cancel anytime. Ephesians for personal study and reflection or for smallgroup bible study, is drawn andbased largely upon the epistle of ephesians written by the apostle paul after many years of ministry.
Bible teaching online in audio, video, notes from the pauls epistle to the ephesians by galyn wiemers of generation word. Apr 15, 2012 warnings of the last days from god christian short film the days of noah have come duration. Two significant prayers of paul are found in this book eph 1. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. Ephesians bible studies the gospel of john and the book. Ephesians 3 niv bible for this reason i, paul, the. Nevertheless, that life is lived out on earth, where the practical daily life of the believer continues to work out the purposes of god. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one. The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in.
Ephesians and colossians have a number of parallels. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry. It was written, according to the text, by paul the apostle and timothy to the church in colossae, a small phrygian city near laodicea and approximately 100 miles 160 km from ephesus in asia minor. It was the power that god used to raise jesus from death. Darrell bock shows how this precious jewel of a letter combines gospel doctrine, enablement and exhortation to life. Why is the new testament divided into parts under the doctrine of verbal plenary inspiration, 2 tim 3. 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. Book of romans the book of romans, book of ephesians, romans.
The church has been brought from death to life in christ. The book of ephesians is a letter written to the christians at ephesus. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. A brief introduction to ephesians ephesians online reading room extensive collection. And they have been induced the rather to think this because it is the only one of all pauls epistles that has nothing. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. Most books attribute the authorship to that of the apostle paul. Ephesians 3 new english translation net bible pauls relationship to the divine mystery. 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. The book of romans, an inspirational masterpiece written by the apostle paul, explains gods plan of.
It is designed to help you discover, through personal study and group discussion, the incredible riches of gods word, and. Samuel coleridge called it the most divine composition of man 2. John knox asked that calvins sermons on ephesians be read to him on his deathbed. The truths of this book have impacted the lives of many saints. Ephesians and colossians were probably composed at the same time in rome. The unity of the church, especially between jew and gentile believers, is the keynote of the book. The bible companion series what we possess in christ the book of ephesians page 4 c. Dec, 2008 ephesians is a profound book, and our own dr. The epistle of paul to the colossians, or simply colossians, is the twelfth book of the new testament. An argument of the book of ephesians related media. 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. And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins.
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. Enjoy the ease of understanding the bible like never before, book by book. An introduction to the book of ephesians related media. Ephesians the epistle to the ephesians is a complete body of divinity. Introduction to the epistle of paul to the ephesians. Introduction to ephesians bible exposition commentary. Some theologians agree the main theme of ephesians is in response to the newly converted jews who often separated themselves from their gentile brethren.
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. Whether you are just beginning your new life with christ, or have been a christian for many years, this study guide is for you. The book of ephesians kjv audio bible full by alexander. 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. No particular problem is raised in the book unlike many of pauls other letters. Introduction, translation, and commentary on chapters anchor bible, vol. 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 book of ephesians grace given and grace applied an introduction and outline authorship. Unlike a traditional audiobooks direct narration of a books text, ephesians. The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. The mystery of the body of christ esv edition preaching the word. The word grace is used 12 times, and the word grace means gods unmerited, undeserved kindness and favor. Ephesians public domain audiobook at librivox various versions. If the words of demetrius are to be believed, she was worshipped by all asia and the world acts 19.
You can find the ephesians bible study series on rightnow media, here. The ascended lord gave gifts to the members of his church to enable them to minister to one another and so promote unity and maturity 4. Well, hes in prison, for starters, so he cant be there to deliver his advice in person. 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. Ephesians with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Ephesians verse by verse teaching in the book of ephesians. He has imputed his righteousness to his body, for now we have been bought with a price and therefore no. It was during this time that paul sat in rome undergoing his first roman imprisonment ephesians 3. Some suggest that pauls time in imprisonment enabled him to develop an exalted christology and a high appraisal of the privileges of believers in christ 11. 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. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. The holy bible book 49 ephesians kjv dramatized audio. The book of ephesians, chapter 2 king james version.
Ephesians bible study courses the book of ephesians 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. 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 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. It is clear from the bible account that these mens lives were in danger. You grew up using the well known black and yellow striped cliffs notes to help you grasp everything from great literary. Ephesians is an epistle for all the world, for jew and gentile, for husband and wife, for parent and child, for master and servant.
This is the holy book of ephesians, known as the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians. The unity of the church under the headship of christ. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. The book of ephesians week six workbook eeonline biblestudy. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. In other words, god is unloading all of his riches in the book of ephesians. There is not one exhortation in the first three chapters.
However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we. Book of ephesians bible survey what are the pauline epistles. Overview of the book of ephesians third millennium ministries. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. In the first chapter you have the doctrines of the gospel. Book summary ephesians reveals to us the great mystery of the church which is the body of christ. What are the most commonly asked questions about the book of ephesians.
The intention of the letter to ephesus is to help them understand gods purpose for their lives, unity of the church, and the spiritual realm of the christian life. The book of ephesians, introduction the reason for. 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. 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.