Therefore, we also include a search word hit count for reference. Understanding the book of ephesians and bible study guide. Gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, theology, practice, and more. Studies in the book of ephesians pauline epistles 3 kindle. Gods big plan for christs new people the good book. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Therefore, a portion of a book that has the search words in close proximity may have a higher ranking than another portion of a book that has a higher hit count but the words are not in close proximity to one another. Studies in the book of ephesians pauline epistles 3 kindle edition by ikechukwu joseph.
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. This letter to the ephesians ought to bring us very close to christ. Two books of the bible which the critic says cannot be understood are ephesians and revelation. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Made alive in christ, believers have received a bountiful inheritance and lavish blessings from god, fueling us for holy living. Gain new insights into gods word and how to apply gods word to everyday life with the blackabys. 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 page 3 what we possess in christ our possessions the believers blessed life ephesians 1 key verse. Wholeness for a broken world, lifeguide scripture studies 9780830830121 by andrew t. Epistle to the ephesians read and study the bible online. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons.
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 another study, or possibly studies knowing me, i have made mention of the fact that it would. Bible study questions on ephesians and philippians introduction. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app. Acts 19, but may have been intended as a circular letter to be read by neighboring churches. Grow as the body of christ with these studies in ephesians. Only a few verses of ephesians deal precisely with the workplace and even these are directed at thieves, slaves, and masters. The letter to the ephesians is a source of great encouragement, clearly proclaiming the mystery of the gospel and the supremacy of jesus while applying that theology to practical living. 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.
Liberalism says that revelation is just a conglomerate of symbols that no one can decipher. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. 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. 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.
A study in the book of ephesians fresh life series heitzig, lenya on. The church has been brought from death to life in christ. To teach the christians at ephesus the wonder and practical implications of being the church in christ. Comprised of jews and nonjews, these followers form the covenant family god promised to abraham. May 12, 2017 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. Ephesians 16 nkjv greeting paul, an apostle of jesus. The holy spirit uses training, language study, sermoning, experiences from missionaries, pastors and books to educate us and make us use to be able to witness.
Bible study sitting and walking in the book of ephesians. Saul was well educated in what today are called the humanities, but his most extensive training was in rabbinic studies under the famous gamaliel acts 22. The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. You will receive a periodic newsletter with links to our newest articles and features. 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 book of ephesians was very likely written between a. John macarthur takes readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. Here you will learn about the sheer greatness and wonder of your salvation, of gods immeasurable grace, of christian unity in christ, of the lifestyle appropriate for those who are gods wellloved children, and of the total adequacy of christ to protect. It is therefore critical to understand the nature and calling of the church that we might be effective members of the one body that is called to bear witness to gods grace in this world. Paul had spent nearly three years in ephesus acts 19. In the book of ephesians, we see how the gospel story affects believers everyday lives. 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.
The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. Ephesians pastor david legge 4 grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ. Paul intended that all who long for christlike maturity would receive this writing. Here on earth, we are representative of the s u p r e m e. Grace to you and peace from god our father and the lord jesus christ. Ephesians summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of ephesians for bible study or sunday school lessons. A summary, synopsis or recap is a shortened version of the original. 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. A study in the book of ephesians fresh life series.
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 bible study a bible study of ephesians lifeway. When christ redeemed us from sin and death, he incorporated all believers into his body. Since it is unlikely that pseudepigraphy was practiced among early christians 3 and the book is ascribed to pauland since the letter abounds with terminology grace, adoption, holy, theology justification by faith and the place of the law, and style similar to other pauline letters say rom, 1 cor, 2 cor, gal, coupled with the fact. This series on ephesians contains nine studies which take you progressively through pauls impactive letter to the church at ephesus. He may not speak to you through every verse, but he will speak. Read ephesians prayerfully, objectively, thoughtfully, and attentively as you listen for god to speak. Overview of the book of ephesians third millennium ministries. John macarthur takes readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and.
The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. Learn about your immeasurable blessings, abundant life, community in christ, about your identity. 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, new king james version nkjv the bible app. For a brief time at the end of his second missionary journey, and then for more than two years on his third missionary journey, paul. If you dont wish to do your study online at simply choose a chapter from the links below to start your ephesians bible study book of ephesians chapter one chapter one of ephesians tells us that we are spiritually blessed. These studies will guide you through this lifechanging book of the bible and give you practical application to help you grow in your faith, gain. The book of ephesians along with philippians and colossians, was written by the apostle paul while in prison in rome. 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. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries.
Ephesians our blessings in christ importance this epistle was evidently addressed to the church in ephesus cf. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. Paul emphasizes that we have been saved, not only for our personal benefit, but also to bring praise and glory to god. Liberalism also says that ephesians is so high it is beyond us. The book of ephesians chapter four workbook eeonline biblestudy. Smashwords studies in the book of ephesians a book by. But when we glimpse how god is restoring all of creation through christ, and when we discover that our work plays an essential role in that plan, then our workplace becomes a primary context for us to do the good works that god has prepared for us. Oct 07, 20 studies in the book of ephesians is book 3 of pauline epistles series. The church has received wondrous blessings in union with christ. 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. This week study begins with a broad, majestic view of what god has done in. 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. A study guide blessed be the god and father of our lord jesus.
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. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true children of god. 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. Samuel taylor coleridge, the hymnwriter, wrote these words about the book of ephesians he said. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. This letter, in many ways, is the crowning glory of the new testament.
Ephesians 3 niv bible for this reason i, paul, the. Study guide for ephesians by chuck smith blue letter bible. In this 12week study through the book of ephesians, eric redmond opens our eyes to pauls teaching about the astonishing grace of god that enables us to walk in love, holiness, and wisdom. Greetingpaul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god,to the saints who are in ephesus, and faithful in christ jesus. 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 overview of the book of ephesians the book of ephesians is a masterpiece of revelation that bridges the principles of grace and obedience into one solid irremovable form.
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