Nevertheless, that life is lived out on earth, where the practical daily life of the believer continues to work out the purposes of god. The unity of the church, especially between jew and gentile believers, is the keynote of the book. By meekness, that excellent disposition of soul, which makes. Grace community church brian borgman minden, nevada. A blackaby bible study series ebook 9781418580865 by henry t. The below chart will help underline and point out these similarities. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. Also included are over a dozen maps and charts to help you. Apostle joshua selman exposition on the book of ephesians. The bible companion series what we possess in christ the book of ephesians page 4 c. Ephesians pastor david legge 4 grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ.
Waldron copy right 2007 171 walden lane harriman, tn 37748 8653764453 permission granted to make copy without alteration and not for commercial purpose. The great virtue of hodge on ephesians is his ability constantly to. This is a must have set to own for anyone who wants to understand the book of ephesians. Well, hes in prison, for starters, so he cant be there to deliver his advice in person. 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.
It is a section of scripture that has lastingly influenced many believers throughout church history. 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 and colossians are exactly what theyre billed as in the title. 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. The book of ephesians week six workbook eeonline biblestudy.
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. This eightvolume set displays the respected authors elegant style and probing exegesis. 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. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Nothing is pressed more earnestly in the scriptures, than to walk as becomes those called to christs kingdom and glory. Samuel taylor coleridge, the hymnwriter, wrote these words about the book of ephesians he said. The book of ephesians grace given and grace applied an introduction and outline authorship. Questions and commentary elaborate upon, and are based upon the blackaby study bible. Overview of the book of ephesians reformed answers to. Ephesians 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app. The book of ephesians kjv audio bible full by alexander. All tradition takes the epistle as being pauline until it was first disputed by erasmus fifteenth century and by later eighteenthtwentieth century critics. He may not speak to you through every verse, but he will speak. It is regarded by some as the highest conceptual ground in the new testament.
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 book of ephesians chapter two workbook eeonline biblestudy. We had several important exhortations in the close of the foregoing chapter, and they are continued in this. 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. Whether you are just beginning your new life with christ, or have been a christian for many years, this study guide is for you. Lloydjoness much loved series on ephesians is one of the most complete commentaries on that book. During this time he also wrote colossians and philemon. Exposition on the book of ephesians by apostle joshua selman nimmak koinonia eni exposition on the book of ephesians by apostle joshua selman nimmak koinonia eni skip navigation. A verse by verse exposition kindle edition by bruce. 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. Ive found that when i get confused about a passage, the easiest way to give me a global perspective is to look at my outline and figure out where my passage fits within the larger scope of the book.
I chose to teach ephesians because i think christians today need some help with two things. The book of ephesians is a letter written to the christians at ephesus. 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. You grew up using the well known black and yellow striped cliffs. Each volume covers a portion of the book of ephesians, from an overview of gods ultimate purpose to an exploration of the christian soldier. He has imputed his righteousness to his body, for now we have been bought with a price and therefore no. The letter to the ephesian church is regarded as one of the masterworks of the nt, but it is also one of those books that the critics like to say wasnt authored by paul. The bible exposition workbook series contains the complete kjv text of the book of ephesians along with hundreds of questions to help you grasp a deeper understanding of gods word. Journey through the book of ephesians as orator and author heather hair brings the bible to life in this 6day reading plan. Read ephesians prayerfully, objectively, thoughtfully, and attentively as you listen for god to speak. 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. Ephesians overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written.
Listen to chuck swindolls overview of ephesians in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. You can find the best commentary on ephesians for you using the tools on the right side. 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 letter is a reminder to the churches in asia to live out their faith in the light of the redemption unveiled by god. How to use this book welcome to the faith foundations study guide on ephesians. A few weeks ago, i started a wednesday night series on the book of ephesians. Because of its profundity and scope, it is one of the most demanding of books upon which adequately to comment.
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. 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. Christcentered exposition is a devotionalstyle commentary book series providing pastors with a practical explanation of gods written word. Pauls epistle to the ephesians is possibly best known for its description of the christians armour. Ephesians colossians philippians philemon paul remained in ephesus for nearly three years on his 3rd missionary journey. Most books attribute the authorship to that of the apostle paul. Plus, youll get an additional audiobook per month after trial. The unity of the church under the headship of christ. The book of ephesians grace given and grace applied an. What stands out about ephesians is the awe with which it contemplates the mystery of the church. It is designed to help you discover, through personal study and group discussion, the incredible riches of gods word, and.
Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. Greear digs into the text of ephesians versebyverse and challenges believers to live out the gospel. When christ redeemed us from sin and death, he incorporated all believers into his body. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry.
Answering bible contradictions, misunderstandings, and misinterpretations. Sproul looks at the main issues raised in ephesians. The epistle to the ephesians is the most mystical of pauls epistles. 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. Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3 ephesians chapter 4 ephesians chapter 5 ephesians chapter 6. Exposition on the book of ephesians by apostle joshua selman nimmak koinonia eni. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new.
Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. 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. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in. The book of ephesians your open door to authority duration. An argument of the book of ephesians related media. Ephesians is regarded by many as the loftiest pinnacle of the new testament, and yet is also a practical manual for personal combat. Book summary ephesians reveals to us the great mystery of the church which is the body of christ. Ephesians 6 commentary john gills exposition of the bible.
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. The intention of the letter to ephesus is to help them understand gods purpose for their lives, unity of the church, and the. 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. Exposition on the book of ephesians part one apostle joshua selman nimmak download all koinonia audio messages 2011 to 2020 at you can also get the external ministrations of. 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 free online bible study lessons. If you want to understand ephesians, its important to know why paul wrote it and how he structured it. Like the letter to the romans, ephesians provides a unique insight into pauls theology, for it was written when paul had the luxury of not addressing a critical, local controversy. 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. These sermons were preached by a wonderful expositor of the word who was also a medical doctor as such he is wonderful at diagnosis what the text means and application what it means to us today. By lowliness, understand humility, which is opposed to pride. An introduction to the book of ephesians related media. 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.