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The western text indicates that paul had the use of the building from 11 a. 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. Paul intended that all who long for christlike maturity would receive this writing. Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3 ephesians chapter 4 ephesians chapter 5 ephesians chapter 6. Ephesians bible book with full chapters king james version.

Having trusted in christ after hearing the word of truth, the gospel of salvation b. Now viewing scripture range from the book of ephesians chapter 1. Ephesians chapters wonderfully expound the gospel while ephesians chapters 46 provide a clear picture of how those doctrines change our lives. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. 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. Ephesians overview albert barnes notes on the whole bible. You can find the best commentary on ephesians for you using the tools on the right side. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people. Ephesians 1 niv bible paul, an apostle of christ jesus by.

Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3. 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. 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. The hypothesis of the book of ephesians is found at chapter 1. Doctrine occupies the greatest portion of the book of ephesians. The book of ephesians week six workbook eeonlinebible study. Ephesians 1, new international version niv 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 book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Bible study questions on ephesians and philippians introduction. Ephesians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry. Ephesians 1 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.

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. Having believed, we were sealed with the holy spirit of promise 2. The book of ephesians along with philippians and colossians, was written by the apostle paul while in prison in rome. Ephesians 1 kjv paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the bible. Look at chapter 1, for in chapter 1 and verse 11 we see there, a mystery. With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love. Ephesians 3 net pauls relationship to the divine bible. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. I therefore, the prisoner of the lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. Ephesians 3, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Bruce, in his commentary on the book of acts, provides us with some interesting information on the school of tyrannus. Ephesians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry st. Ephesians 1 is the first chapter of the epistle to the ephesians in the new testament of the christian bible.

Ephesians 6 niv bible children, obey your parents in. 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. Ephesians 1 niv bible paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will. The book of ephesians week six workbook eeonline biblestudy. This letter, in many ways, is the crowning glory of the new testament. However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we. The book of ephesians chapter four workbook eeonlinebible study. The book of ephesians was very likely written between a. Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. Tyrannus no doubt held his classes in the early morning. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. The book of ephesians chapter four workbook eeonline biblestudy. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true children of god.

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. Ephesians 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app. The book of ephesians clearly leaves its mark among other bible books by displaying the powerful impact of the gospel of christ jesus in the individual and corporate life of believers. In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him who worketh all. Ephesians 6 children, obey your parents in the lord, for this is right. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus.

The epistle to the ephesians table of contents introduction 3 chapter one 7 chapter two 11 chapter three 14 chapter four 18 chapter five 22 chapter six 27 this study guide was developed in preparation for teaching adult bible classes. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. Ephesians 3 new english translation net bible pauls relationship to the divine mystery. You can see it right throughout every chapter of the book of ephesians. Ephesians 6 niv bible children, obey your parents in the.

Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. Half of the teaching in this epistle relates to our standing in christ, and the remainder of it affects our condition. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. Paul uses the law of equivalences to establish the inseparable connection between gods grace and mans responsibility to keep his divine laws. The epistle to the ephesians grace notes home page. 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. Public activity ceased in the cities of ionia for several hours at. Honor your father and motherwhich is the first commandment with a promise read verse in new international version. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ephesians in the bible king james version.

That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in christ. The book of ephesians page 3 what we possess in christ our possessions the believers blessed life ephesians 1 key verse. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. It was written to encourage believers to walk as fruitful followers of christ and to serve in unity and love in the midst of persecution. This is paul writing to you, chosen by god to be jesus christs messenger. Previous book previous chapter read the full chapter next chapter next book. Strongs exhaustive concordance of the bible, numbered to the hebrew, chaldee, and greek, and english, coded to the strongs concordance numbers. Understanding the book of ephesians and bible study guide.

Ephesians 1 niv bible paul, an apostle of christ jesus. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one. Endeavouring to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace. All too often those who teach from this book bypass all. This epistle purports to have been written to the saints in ephesus, and to the faithful in christ jesus, though, as we shall see, the fact of its having been directed to the church at ephesus has been called in question. 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. Grace and peace to you from god our father and the lord jesus christ. The situation of ephesus, and the character of its people. Ephesians 1 tlb dear christian friends at ephesus, ever. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the same as in others, ver. Ephesians colossians philippians philemon paul remained in ephesus for nearly three years on his 3rd missionary journey.