He also met with the ephesian elders at miletus ac 20. This is one of the bibles amazing verses on prayer. Cds and dvd teachings are included, along with a personal study guide that walks you through all six chapters of this important book. It was built over a marsh on an artificial foundation of skins and charcoal so that it was not affected by earthquakes. Teaching home bible books ephesians teaching series from ephesians. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of his calling, what are the riches of. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, 19 and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel.
E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will. Pray also for me, that whenever i speak, words may be given me so that i will fearles. This verse is to be connected with stand therefore ephesians 6. 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. Ephesians verse by verse teaching in the book of ephesians. In the book of ephesians, we see how the gospel story affects believers everyday lives. Ephesians 6, new king james version nkjv the bible app. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. Introduction to the study of ephesians the church at ephesus was one of the outstanding churches of this early period of time. The book of ephesians is a survival manualit equips believers to thrive in a world that hates the message of jesus christ. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the lords people. The epistle to the ephesians chapter three objectives in studying the chapter 1 to understand the mystery so long hidden that is now revealed, and the role of the church 2 to examine pauls prayer for the ephesians enablement, what it means for us today summary in this chapter paul reminds his readers of gods grace that has been shown. In this passage, paul uses the allegory of a roman soldiers basic equipment to show how the components of christianity work together as we strive to serve god.
Thank god for greg brown allowing the holy spirit guide the pen in the purpose to create a bible study class in the format in writings of ephesians. All too often those who teach from this book bypass all. Half of the teaching in this epistle relates to our standing in christ, and the remainder of it affects our condition. Ask the class to follow along, looking for what paul counseled the saints to do and not do as followers of jesus christ. And for me this shows the great humility of the apostle, and the sense he had of the greatness of the work of the ministry. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the. Teaching series from ephesians xenos christian fellowship. Ephesians chapters wonderfully expound the gospel while ephesians chapters 4 6 provide a clear picture of how those doctrines change our lives. Verse by verse teaching through the book of ephesians.
First, you must be strong in the lord and in the power of his might. As you start this study, ask the holy spirit to help you understand what god has said through paul. However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we. The temple of diana in ephesus was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Bible teaching online in audio, video, notes from the pauls epistle to the ephesians by galyn wiemers of generation word. Paul emphasizes that we have been saved, not only for our personal benefit, but also to bring praise and glory to god. In this book, paul explains how we are the bride of christ, a temple, and. One expressed purpose of the book is that we might know what are the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints cf. The indication is that the epistles to the colossians, philemon and the ephesians were carried to their destination by tychicus and onesimus cf. Where honest explorers can discover the possibilities of faith buy a copy online. Paul had called these christians to walk worthily of the calling with which you were called 4. 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 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 wrote this letter while enduring his first roman imprisonment in house arrest.
Book of ephesians living in the heavenlies the bible teaching commentary purpose. Although in many lessons the writer or teacher decides on a lesson aim the main teaching he wants the students to get and application how he wants the students to apply the scripture to life, in inductive bible study we study. Ephesians 6 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Finally, be strong in the lord and in the strength of his might.
Outline of ephesians chapters 1 3 our position in christ what we are before god 1. God the father planned throughout history for jesus to create a multiethnic community of followers. The detailed teaching of spiritual warfare in this passage presents two essential components. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article.
Ephesians 1, international childrens bible icb the bible app. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. With all prayer and supplication praying at all times in the spirit. If such is truly the case, then paul wrote ephesians around 6163 a. The armor of god, described by the apostle paul in ephesians 6.
The book of ephesians page 3 what we possess in christ our possessions the believers blessed life ephesians 1 key verse. Teaching on ephesians the book of ephesians is to strengthen believers by explaining the nature and purpose of the church, the body of christ. Ephesians major index from biblical foundations for freedom. Everything in these three chapters spells out what is. Paul the apostle writes to encourage believers to live wellweve been lifted from the graveyard of sin and called to shout the gospel into the darkened world. Ask god to give me the right words so i can boldly explain gods mysterious plan that the good news is for jews and gentiles alike. Then for over two years, one of his longer periods of service in one place ac 19. For the first time, joyce offers extensive bible teaching on a single book from gods word. Praying always as if he had said, and join prayer to all these graces, for your defence against your spiritual enemies, and that at all times, and on every occasion, in the midst of all employments, inwardly praying without ceasing, 1 thessalonians 5. You come to listen to me on sunday, and i have nothing to say that adds vigour to faith, or fervour to love, or that enlarges your knowledge of duty or of god. All too often those who teach from this book bypass all the foundational instruction and go directly to the closing chapter. 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. 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.
The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. Those that like to get into studying the bible and its heavy doctrines prefer to study the first part of pauls letters and often treat the latter part as secondary or of less value see the right diagram where a wall separates the two sections. Verse by verse commentaries by book precept austin. And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that i may open my mouth boldly, to make known the myster. The book of ephesians along with philippians and colossians, was written by. 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. Teaching on ephesians chaparral first baptist church. 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. A close look at ephesians for youth versebyverse inductive bible study. The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Comprised of jews and nonjews, these followers form the covenant family god promised to abraham. Everything in these three chapters spells out what is involved in christians walking worthily of their calling. It was the largest greek temple ever constructed, 418 by 239 feet, four times larger than the parthenon but very similar to it.
Bruce, the epistles to the colossians, to philemon, and to the ephesians eerdmans, p. May, 2019 grab your travel planner for flight fiftytwo as we look at the book of ephesians, pauls letter to the church in ephesus. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. The ephesians were the residents of ephesus to which paul visited and wrote the book of ephesians too in the form of a letter to the church while in prison in rome.
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. The main idea is to be strong in the lord and in his mighty power so you can stand in the face of spiritual warfare. You heard the true teachingthe good news about your salvation. Speaking with god in spiritual warfare ephesians 6. Put on the whole armor of god, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 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. 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.
Ephesians lessons for youth every child ministries. Ephesians is the goto book in the new testament for an understanding of gods sovereignty in salvation by grace, and therefore it shares much in common with pauls other masterwork. Verse by verse bible study on through the book of ephesians, covering chapter 1 and verses one to thirteen by robert breaker. Doctrine occupies the greatest portion of the book of ephesians. Lest we become the spiritual equivalent of hetty green, we begin a series devoted to the epistle. And in christ, god put his special mark on you by giving you the holy spirit that he had promised. Invite students to look for a principle as they study ephesians 56 that can help them put on the new man as followers of jesus christ. The word of god is so powerful and we need it on a daily basis. The book of ephesians is a treasure full of gods wisdom for living your life. Honor your father and mother, which is the first commandment with promise. It explores the foundation of your identity, how to build godly relationships and how to combat the evil one in your modern world.
Generation word bible teaching ministry enjoy fast paced verse by verse teaching of scripture with exegetical insight, historical information and relevant. The apostles were to teach servants and masters their duties, in doing which evils would be lessened, till slavery should be rooted out by the influence of christianity. One expressed purpose of the book is that we might know what are the riches of the glory of. It is his divine will that young people come to faith in jesus christ and find salvation through the gospel and the work of the holy spirit to bring them to faith. Ephesians 6 1 children, obey your parents in the lord, for this is right. This is the correct order, the emphasis resting on the phrase with all prayer and supplication. Joyce meyer ministries bookstore ephesians action plan. Verse 18 is strictly speaking not a command, but two participles, praying and staying alert, which are dependent on the imperative stand at the beginning of verse 14 f. This series on ephesians contains nine studies which take you progressively through pauls impactive letter to the church at ephesus. When christ redeemed us from sin and death, he incorporated all believers into his body. To the saints in ephesus, a the faithful in christ jesus. Our site includes video and audio of pastor jon coursons complete thru the bible teachings. 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. But if you were to leave home every morning wearing a full suit of armor, you would feel pretty silly.
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