Feel free to use, copy and modify these free bible study questions as needed. The sandal of a roman soldier was provided with nails for a better grip on the slippery roads. Chapter one of ephesians tells us that we are spiritually blessed. Bible study new testament ellicotts commentary treasury of knowledge. Because of this he could unexpectedly attack the enemy if the enemy did not expected him because of the muddy or slippery roads. Paul wrote this letter while enduring his first roman imprisonment in house arrest. You can find additional free bible study outlines by clicking on the link and looking under the appropriate book study. To really jump ahead in your study of ephesians, complete our how to study a book of the bible lesson using ephesians as your subject. 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. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people. Ephesians free bible study commentary in simple english. Gods grace, our position in christ, christ as the mediator 3 14. And masters should treat their servants with humanity, ephesians 6.
Visit our library of inductive bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the bible you can use in your small group. Chapters set forth what god did for us when he saved us and placed us in christ. Some of the armor we must wear all the time and have as a standing foundation. These small group studies of ephesians contain outlines, crossreferences, bible study discussion questions, and applications. And, the conjunction of both with god, ephesians 2. 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. Net bible stand firm therefore, by fastening the belt of truth around your waist, by putting on the. We must be rooted in the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, and the combat boots of the gospel. Ephesians chapter 4 in the first three chapters of ephesians, paul has set forth the believers position with all the blessings, honors, and privileges of being a child of god. God has granted us every spiritual blessing in christ 1. This bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter two of the book of ephesians. The contents are much akin to those of colossians, but also differ greatly from them. The different parts of the christian armor enumerated, ephesians 6. A brief explanation of each chapter in the book of ephesians.
But a study by george barna in the early 1990s showed that while only 28 percent of the. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. Ephesians with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. As an opera has an overture, setting the tone for all the melodies that will follow, so ephesians 1. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. We can only stand when we are equipped with the armor god has given us in jesus christ. The epistle to the ephesians chapter six objectives in studying the chapter 1 to understand the.
Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians 2 and more. It produces peace in the heart of the individual, reconciling him to god. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. Ephesians chapter 4 discover the 66 books of the bible. Ephesians chapter 6 kjv king james version we have a wonderful promises in rom8.
Understanding the book of ephesians and bible study guide. 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. 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. About the book of ephesians its author, original readers and date. Ephesians chapter 6 online bible study tools and resources. 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. If such is truly the case, then paul wrote ephesians around 6163 a. Strongs exhaustive concordance of the bible, numbered to the hebrew, chaldee, and greek, and english, coded to. The conjunction of the gentiles with israel, ephesians 2. The apostle proceeds in the exhortation to relative duties which he began in the former, particularly he insists on the duties of children and parents, and of servants and masters, ephesians 6. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will. Ephesians bible study the christian church in the world. Without the truth of the glorious gospel of christ, we are dead in our sin and condemned to an eternity without god. As you know, the book of ephesians is structured on the idea that the.
Ephesians chapter 2 online bible study tools and resources. The feet shod with the willingness of the gospel of peace. In ancient greek the language paul originally wrote in, ephesians 1. Ive been upon the mountain tops of glory and delight.
His manifold promises which reminds one of c h spurgeons comment regarding. All should be strong in the lord, and be armed with his armor, because of their wily, powerful, and numerous foes, ephesians 6. The indication is that the epistles to the colossians, philemon and the ephesians were carried to their destination by tychicus and onesimus cf. Paul admonishes believers to be filled up to all the fullness of god 3. Therefore stand fast with the armor of god, which includes. Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace. Ephesians 3 new international version niv gods marvelous plan for the gentiles.
To attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the son of god, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fullness of christ 4. Truth, as paul defined it, included the accurate information regarding god and the good news of jesus ephesians 1. In the next three chapters, he gives the consequent obligations and requirements of being his child, in order to live out salvation in accordance with the fathers will and to his glory. 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. It produces peace and harmony between different ranks and classes and complexions of men, causing them to love each other, and removing their alienations and antipathies. In this chapter of our ephesians bible study we learn that christians are chosen by the father vs 3 6, redeemed by the son vs 712, and sealed by the holy spirit vs and 14. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament.
It covered from the neck to just below the waist, or the vital organs of the body. We must have our armor always on, to be ready against the evil day which may come at any moment, the war being perpetual psalms 41. And the former part of the one, concerning abolishing the enmity. Ephesians 6 niv children, obey your parents in the. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers. In this chapter of our ephesians bible study we learn that christians are chosen by the father vs 36, redeemed by the son vs 712, and sealed by the holy spirit vs and 14. Ephesians chapter 1 in the greek verses 3 14, comprise one sentence and encompass the past, present, and future of gods eternal purpose for the church. Stand therefore keep your ground, do not desert the army, the church of christ, nor his cause. Keep a notebook handy with pencil to jot down questions, ideas and applications as you study ephesians. Rank is a value from 0 to indicating how closely a match scored or ranked against the original search string.
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