A bible study of the book of ephesians, a letter from paul to the church in ephesus. The study of ephesians page 1 lesson one introduction to the study of ephesians the church at ephesus was one of the outstanding churches of this early period of time. Ephesians the mystery of gods church our identity, our walk, our warfare precepts for life free download study guide a study guide to the radio tv broadcast series by kay arthur. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people. Greear digs into the text of ephesians versebyverse and challenges believers to live out the gospel. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our everyday. The lucado life lessons series brings the new testament to life in twelve lessons filled with intriguing questions, inspirational storytelling, profound reflections, and space for journaling. Feb 16, 2018 its time for another book study on fridays. The aim of this epistle is to confirm and to equip a maturing church. In his letter to the ephesians, paul prays god will open the eyes of their hearts to. Ephesians pastor david legge 4 grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ. A study guide blessed be the god and father of our lord jesus.
Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. These are all of the chapters of the book of ephesians. He may not speak to you through every verse, but he will speak. The book of ephesians is a masterpiece of revelation that bridges the principles of grace and obedience into one solid irremovable form. In his letter to the ephesians, paul prays god will open the eyes of their hearts to know what is the hope of his calling on their lives. 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. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. 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. 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. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ephesians in the bible king james version.
An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. 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 central organizing theological idea in ephesians is that through christs atoning work god has mightily brought about the churcha new humanity, i. Blessed be the god and father of our lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ.
Learn about your immeasurable blessings, abundant life, community in. Ephesians invites us to consider what god has made us to be, do, and have in christ for a display of the gospel to the world. I therefore, the prisoner of the lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2. The city of ephesus the population of the city of ephesus. Colossians aims at presenting the head of the church christ, ephesians focuses on the body of christ the church. 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. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one. 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. Grace and peace to you from god our father and the lord jesus christ. Paul intended that all who long for christlike maturity would receive this writing.
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. How to use this book welcome to the faith foundations study guide on ephesians. Introduction from the niv study bible go to ephesians. The book of ephesians along with philippians and colossians, was written by the apostle paul while in prison in rome.
Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. 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. The book of ephesians chapter five workbook eeonline biblestudy. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. Ephesus was the most important city in western asia minor now turkey. Whether you are just beginning your new life with christ, or have been a christian for many years, this study guide is for you. 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.
Paul, timothy, and silas helped to establish or strengthen the church on pauls 3 rd mission trip into asia minor. 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. As you study this book, youll learn about gods intentions for his people, and you will gain insight. However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we. For the next several fridays we will be going through this book one chapter at a time. The lifechange series of bible studies on books of the bible can help you grow in christlikeness through a lifechanging encounter with gods word. Ephesians 1 niv paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. For other books, devotionals and bible studies by anne graham lotz. Read ephesians prayerfully, objectively, thoughtfully, and attentively as you listen for god to speak. With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love. The book of ephesians chapter four workbook eeonline biblestudy. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. In his recent book, the land of ionia, greaves 2010 adopts an annaliste approach to his study of archaic ionia.
I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Paul had spent over three year with the ephesian church. Samuel taylor coleridge, the hymnwriter, wrote these words about the book of ephesians he said. 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. The book of ephesians was very likely written between a. The study of ephesians page 2 8 christian is the savior of the body 5.
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. This letter, in many ways, is the crowning glory of the new testament. Revised and updated, lucado life lessons continues to be one of the bestselling study guide series available for. And i pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all. 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. Here are all of the main inductive tools you need to complement the ephesians study or you to use to get the most out of your bible studies. Bible study questions on ephesians and philippians introduction. A verse by verse inductive and exegetical bible study series into the book of ephesians. Covering topics such as living in gods will and receiving peace no matter the circumstances, the book of ephesians reveals the magnitude of every christians inheritance, a gift exceedingly abundantly above what. In live abundantly, bible teachers lenya heitzig and penny pierce rose challenge you to dig deep into the book of ephesians to find the spiritual treasure god has for you. Acts 19, but may have been intended as a circular letter to be read by neighboring churches.
Furthermore, a study in ephesians will help to fortify and to establish the believer so he can fulfill the purpose and calling god has given. Ephesians our blessings in christ importance this epistle was evidently addressed to the church in ephesus cf. 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. And you also were included in christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation.
Paul prays that the ephesians may receive grace and. Ephesians intro to ephesians biblica the international bible. But whereas colossians focuses on christ of the church, ephesians focuses on the church of christ. Studies in the book of ephesians is book 3 of pauline epistles series. We have detailed a brief summary of the book of ephesians for bible study or sunday school lessons. Smashwords studies in the book of ephesians a book by. The total number of occurrences of the original search wordsphrases in a portion of a book.
Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3 ephesians chapter 4 ephesians chapter 5 ephesians chapter 6. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. You can find the ephesians bible study series on rightnow media, here. The book of ephesians is a survival manualit equips believers to thrive in a world that hates the message of jesus christ. The book of ephesians page 3 what we possess in christ our possessions the believers blessed life ephesians 1 key verse. The main purpose of a summary is as a simplification highlighting the major points from the original and much longer version of the subject. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in.
When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. Rank is a value from 0 to indicating how closely a match scored or ranked against the original search string. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true children of god. Revised and updated, lucado life lessons continues to be one of the bestselling study guide series available for small groups and individuals. 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. May 02, 2020 enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true children of god. Learn about your immeasurable blessings, abundant life, community in christ, about your identity.
To head up all things in christ 1 to head up all things in christ 2 to head up all things in. 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. 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. New book study background to the book of ephesians. A study in the book of ephesians fresh life series. The book of ephesians video bible study with jd greear youtube. Feel free to make copies of this for your personal use. Gain new insights into gods word and how to apply gods word to everyday life with the blackabys. The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. A study in the book of ephesians fresh life series heitzig, lenya on. 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. Andy is a professor of bible and theology at the college of biblical studies in houston, texas, usa. This time ive selected the amazing book of ephesians.
Understanding the book of ephesians and bible study guide. It is designed to help you discover, through personal study and group discussion, the incredible riches of gods word, and. 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. 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. Ephesians bible book with full chapters king james version. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. For a discussion of illumination today see clark pinnock, the role of the. Paul wrote the letter to the ephesians sometime in ad 6061, around the same time he wrote colossians and philemon, as he sent all three letters by the hand. It is designed to help you discover, through personal study and group discussion, the incredible riches of.
This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. 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 colossians is very similar to that of ephesians, in fact both books have passages with similar themes and phrases. The book of ephesians bible study and ministry resources. Gentile believers listened to the gospel which brought. A summary, synopsis or recap is a shortened version of the original.
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