Doctrinal ephesians chapter 1 gods purpose in christ from before the foundation of the world ephesians 1. Introduction to the book of ephesians learn the bible. Listen to chuck swindolls overview of ephesians in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. The objectives of this book examining pauls letter to this church are that.
Second, god has reconciled these saved individuals to each other, christ having broken down the barriers through his own death 2. It deals, however, not so much with a congregation in the city of ephesus in asia minor as with the worldwide church, the head of which is christ, the purpose of which is to be the instrument for making gods plan of salvation known throughout the universe eph 3. 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. All three letters were sent with tychicus and onesimus. Writing, as he does in this epistle, on the constitution and prospects of christs universal church, he refers the ephesians, as to personal matters, to the bearer of the epistle, tychicus ephesians 6. Oct 02, 2015 the book of ephesians is a most beautiful book, i know people who have memorized it in its entirety. The apostle paul wrote this letter to the churches in ephesus and the surrounding region c. 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 ministered to the church at ephesus acts 18. This post is the first of many based on notes i have made from sermons on this book by paul dowling of whiteabbey congregational reformed. Widely known for his thorough, candid approach to teaching gods word, john macarthur is a fifthgeneration pastor, a popular author and conference speaker, and has served as pastorteacher of grace community church in sun valley, california since 1969. Pauls writings, yet both its authorship and addressees are the subject of continuing dispute. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable. The below chart will help underline and point out these similarities. Pairs of books that were originally one literary work, such as 1 and 2 samuel, 1 and 2 kings, and 1 and 2 chronicles, are outlined together.
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. The niv study bible biblica the international bible. Prayer for ephesians strength, praise to god ephesians 3. During this time he also wrote colossians and philemon. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries.
The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. The reader becomes familiar with the teachings contained in the ephesian letter. First, all they which dwelt in asia heard the word of the lord jesus, both jews and greeks gentiles acts 19. The largest and most trusted library of audio sermons from. Its counsel can bring stability to your life and peace to your heart. Read ephesians prayerfully, objectively, thoughtfully, and attentively as you listen for god to speak. The holy bible book 01 genesis kjv dramatized audio. The body must be whole and complete, and thats why in ephesians 4 it says, till we all come to the fullness of the stature of christ. The conquest reached far beyond the city limits of ephesus. The church is called a body, with christ as the head. The reader gains a greater appreciation for the church and its centrality in gods purpose for man. In the next century we find origen, in his tract on prayer, expressly referring to a statement found in the epistle to the ephesians. Audio lectures features author and professor mark roberts teaching through the book of ephesians in eighteen engaging and challenging lessons.
A complete outline of the books content is provided in each introduction except for the introduction to psalms. Written by the apostle paul, philippians is a book of encouragement and guidance for christians. Based on roberts ephesians commentary in the story of god bible commentary series, lessons tackle the historical distance between the new testament and contemporary culture. And they have been induced the rather to think this because it is the only one of all pauls epistles that has nothing. Our services articles of faith broadcast with us earn sa coins.
Christ should stand up in full functioning form in his body the church just as he did in his human body in his incarnation. In the book of ephesians, we learn how the gospel creates a new multiethnic, covenant family of god, and affects our story and how we live every day as a body of new humanity unified in love. Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry st. This summary of the book of colossians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of colossians. Grace and peace to you from god our father and the lord jesus christ. Early in the history of grace church, the history of john macarthur at grace church at least, it was obvious to me that god had something very special in mind for this church. A historical introduction to the early christian writings. That colossians is a genuine letter of paul is usually not disputed. Pairs of books that were originally one literary work, such as 1 and 2 samuel, 1 and 2 kings, and 1. And they have been induced the rather to think this because it is the only one of all pauls epistles that has nothing in it peculiarly adapted to the state or case of. He may not speak to you through every verse, but he will speak.
Introduction to ephesians bible exposition commentary. Abbott, a critical and exegetical commentary on the epistles to the ephesians and to the colossians, icc, pp. Having explained gods great goals for the church, paul proceeds to show the steps toward their fulfillment. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. In the book of ephesians, the apostle paul highlights christian unity and the need to go on walking in love and to stand firm against the crafty acts of the devil. This epistle shows the oneness of gods people in union with christ. May god himself, the heavenly father of our lord jesus christ, release grace over you and impart total. 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. Ephesians 1 tpt pauls introduction dear friends, bible. Ephesians is a book that combats this and therefore the letter has been given such titles as the believers bank, the christians checkbook, and the treasure house of the bible.
Introduction to the book of ephesians robert mclaughlin. In this book, paul explains who we are in christ, and how to live out who. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme. Specific instructions for christian living ephesians 4. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design of the. Paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. The largest and most trusted library of audio sermons from conservative churches and ministries worldwide. For genesis, two outlinesa literary and a thematicare given. Ephesians 1, the passion translation tpt the bible app. 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. It reads like an academic or devotional book and i highly recommend it. This beautiful letter tells christians of their great riches, inheritances, and fullness in jesus christ and in his church.
The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. My name is paul, and i was chosen by god to be an apostle of jesus, the messiah. Ephesians 1 the passion translation tpt pauls introduction. Genesis 67 197982 audio chuck smith the baptism of the holy spirit, pt. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry. Video video download options bible book introduction videos share. 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. This morning we come for our bible study to a book that is indeed a treasure of mine and of every believer, the book of ephesians. In the fourth book of his stromata, quoting ephesians 5. 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. May god himself, the heavenly father of our lord jesus christ, release grace over you and impart total wellbeing into your lives.
C categorical doctrine comparing scripture with scripture e exegesis studying the original language in grammar, syntax, and translation. The book of ephesians kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 49 duration. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. The book of ephesians is a most beautiful book, i know people who have memorized it in its entirety. Introduction to the book of ephesians one cannot step over the threshold of this letter into the book of ephesians without being inundated with thoughts of gods mercy and grace. The niv study bible biblica the international bible society. I greet you with the grace and peace poured into our lives by god our father and our master, jesus christ. Encompassing the body of pauline theology, ephesians volumes 34 and 34a of the acclaimed anchor bible series has been called the crown of st. First, god has reconciled individuals to himself as an act of grace 2. Paul gives thanks and prays for the ephesians ephesians 1. These principles are reaffirmed by the apostle paul in clear and concise language in the book of ephesians. 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.
Introduction united states conference of catholic bishops. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. Ephesians is my favorite book in the bible, and this commentary has helped to solidify it in my mind. Biblical scholar harold hoehner, surveying 279 commentaries written between 1519 and 2001. Robert mclaughlin bible ministries introduction to the book of ephesians. In ephesians, paul shows how the good news should create. We will conclude our introductory study to the book of ephesians by glancing briefly at the extent of the victory wrought by god through paul in asia.
Wednesday, may 19, 2010 i isagogics the historical background. The largest and most trusted library of audio sermons from conservative churches and. Through linebyline examination of its vocabulary, its difficult style, its qumran and gnostic affinities, its parallels with and distinctions from the. Introduction to ephesians bible commentary theology of. Richison value of ephesians ephesians, more than any other book, presents the purpose and plan of god for the church this book sets forth one of the clearest presentations on the relation between positional truth and experiencing positional truth in ones life john calvin called ephesians his favorite book of the bible we see something of the supremacy of christ in gods. Sunday school teacher bill cumbie begins a study on the book of ephesians. Ephesians is the great pauline letter about the church. It is like a building, with christ as the cornerstone.
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