It was written, according to the text, by paul the apostle and timothy to the church in colossae, a small phrygian city near laodicea and approximately 100 miles 160 km from ephesus in asia minor scholars have increasingly questioned pauls authorship and attributed the letter to an. The book of ephesians, chapter 4 king james version. Study guide for ephesians 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love. These expository bible studies on the book of ephesians cover a letter that is regarded by many as a summary of the apostle pauls writings dealing with his most important teachings. It can be used for personal and group bible studies or given as a gift. This letter, in many ways, is the crowning glory of the new testament. 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. Ephesians by anonymous free ebook project gutenberg. Christ is called the messiah because he is the ultimate prophet deut. From genesis to revelation, wiersbe unpacks the meaning and message of scripture with a skilled exposition that remains evermindful of practical application.
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 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. Lloydjoness much loved series on ephesians is one of the most complete commentaries on that book. Heavenly places, handpicked, redemption, down payment, and its already yours.
The indication is that the epistles to the colossians, philemon and the ephesians were carried to their destination by tychicus and onesimus cf. The holy bible book 49 ephesians kjv dramatized audio. Through this week in the word with tony evans, you will become better equipped to grasp that as a chosen, adopted, redeemed child of god you have been blessed with every spiritual blessing. Exposition of ephesians chapter 1 devotional reading. Jul 21, 2015 large print complete epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians from the holy bible king james version, kjv. Grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ 1. The letter is a reminder to the churches in asia to live out their faith in the light of the redemption unveiled by god. Countless pastors, teachers, and students have pored over the bestselling be seriesand now these insightful studies are available in one complete set for a spectacular price. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. Originally written in 1706, matthew henrys six volume complete commentary provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible.
Before we are saved we are empty but when we get saved we are full. Download the most valuable resource for readers, students, and teachers of gods word. Some say that ephesians reads like a commentary on the pauline letters and probably it. This remarkable expression occurs five times in this epistle ephesians 1. Besides the audio ability, you can use the app without. Anderson ive read and ive been taught and inspired by both. It is a section of scripture that has lastingly influenced many believers throughout church history. In ephesians, paul shows how the good news should create. Except for 1 peter and 1 john the catholic epistles have played more of a part in molding the christian. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, to the saints which are at ephesus, and to the faithful in christ jesus. The city of ephesus is, by pliny f1, called the other light of asia.
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. Theme the letter describes gods plan for mans salvation, with emphasis on the role of the church. Ephesians overview john gills exposition on the whole bible. Ephesians 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Large print complete epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians from the holy bible king james version, kjv. The holy bible epistle to the ephesians kjv bible study duration. Written by wellknown and popular theologians, bible commentaries aid in the study of scripture by providing explanation and interpretation of biblical text.
He occupied much of his time in the study and exposition of the gods word, so his writings and commentaries concerning the bible are very concise, accurate and very. A free bible version and commentary on the letter to the ephesians in easyenglish. Ephesians bible book with full chapters king james version. The book is quite similar in many ways to colossians, but that book places more emphasis on the work of christ, where this book emphasizes more the involvement of the church. James omitted from some early lists of new testament books that belong in the bible.
James is the first of the catholic or general epistles which gain their name because they lack any specific address. The bible book of ephesians with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. Stop lying on god and telling people that tithing and giving an offering is the same thing. Tony evans will journey with you through chapter 1 of ephesians highlighting 5 key topics. Blessed be the god and father of our lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ 1. We can use it to speak in a good way or in an evil way james 3.
The writer of the book of hebrews said concerning jesus, that he was able to save to the uttermost all who would come unto god through him. 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. The epistle of paul to the colossians, or simply colossians, is the twelfth book of the new testament. I therefore, the prisoner of the lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the. Except for 1 peter and 1 john the catholic epistles have played more of a part in molding the christian church than pauls letters. In verses 16, the apostle paul expounds on the spiritual blessings that the church has in christ. Each christian has at least one gift and probably more.
Each volume covers a portion of the book of ephesians, from an overview of gods ultimate purpose to an exploration of the christian soldier. Paul illustrates the church as a complete body of which jesus, though in heaven, is the head, and the elect here on earth comprise the rest of it. Some question whether origen doubted the authenticity of james, 1 but his. Aug 26, 2016 exposition on the book of ephesians by apostle joshua selman nimmak koinonia eni. Sproul looks at the main issues raised in ephesians. King james study bible kjv for android free download and. Matthew henry commentary on the whole bible concise the codensed onevolume classic commentary. The glories of christ in the epistle to the hebrews 1948.
Read and hear the holy scriptures, this is an audio version of the study bible. Whether you are just beginning to read scripture or have been studying the bible daily, commentaries offer greater understanding with background information on authorship, history, setting, and theme of the gospel. Exposition of ephesians chapter 1 devotional reading plan. Apostle joshua selman exposition on the book of ephesians. The title of christ is the greek word christos, meaning anointed one or messiah. Ephesians about these expository bible studies on ephesians. Printed in clear, large print, the slim size and light weight of this book is easy to hold and carry. James is the first of the catholic or general epistles which gain their name because they lack any specific address 2. I thought it was interesting that the king assured daniel that the god that he served would deliver him from the lions. Paul began here in the manner of all writers of his time with a salutation ephesians 1. There is room for everyone in the service of the king. James chapter 1 commentary on verse 1 james, a servant of god and of the lord jesus christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations. Through this week in the word with tony evans, you will become better equipped to grasp that as a. If you are a pastor or a teacher, this app will become your best ally to prepare sermons.
Some have taken the absence of the usual personal greetings and the verbal similarity of many parts to colossians, among other reasons, as grounds. Pauls epistle to the ephesians is possibly best known for its description of the christians armour. This is consistent with both the ultimate purpose of god ephesians 1. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, to the saints which are at ephesus, and to the faithful in christ jesus 1.
Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. Apr 01, 2005 free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. There were two people of this namethe son of zebedee, and the son of alphaeus james the less. Again, by clearly stating that this is a unity of the faith, paul did not command a structural or organizational unity, but a spiritual unity around a common faith. Exposition on the book of ephesians by apostle joshua selman nimmak koinonia eni. Romans 12, 1 corinthians 12, 1 peter 4, and ephesians 4 list these gifts. Though not decisive, there is good evidence for the epistle of james. Written in 1891 for the novice student of the bible, this. This eightvolume set displays the respected authors elegant style and probing exegesis. Jere on ephesians 5 verse 1420 talks about revival and it can be connected to us being like water bottles. It was written, according to the text, by paul the apostle and timothy to the church in colossae, a small phrygian city near laodicea and approximately 100 miles 160 km from ephesus in asia minor. Ephesians 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries.
The book is quite similar in many ways to colossians, but that book places more emphasis on the work of christ, where this book emphasizes more the. Most of us realize that the unity of the church of god courses through the book of ephesians as a general theme. This exposition of ephesians is a masterfully organized and captivating presentation. Also included are over a dozen maps and charts to help you visualize and really understand. Grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ. James brooks on ephesians 3 there is nothing in the new testament commanding a follower of christ to tithe. Strongs exhaustive concordance of the bible, numbered to the hebrew, chaldee, and greek, and english, coded to. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the. There are somewhere between 20 and 25 gifts listed in these chapters. They must be like his feet to take his gospel to all the people in the world. Ephesians 1 kjv paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the bible. Then we go back and do the things of the world and we are half full. Second, the king who rules the spiritual forces in the air. The book of james was to pass cyclically from one group to another.
Based on the contents of the book, it appears as though pauls purpose for writing the book of ephesians was to remind the ephesian believers of their high calling in christ chapters and to exhort them to live up to that calling chapters 46. The expression was evidently used by paul to convey the idea that the totality of all blessings of a spiritual nature and having eternal value are to be found exclusively in christ. God so desires to have us in his family kingdom that he has given us the first installment of his spirit to enable us to submit to him and his wayand thus begin. This is the holy book of ephesians, known as the epistle of paul the apostle to.
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