The book of joshua is the sixth book in the bible and covers the period from the death of moses to the conquest of the promised land under the leadership of joshua. It deals, however, not so much with a congregation in the city of ephesus in asia minor as with the worldwide church, the head of which is christ, the purpose of which is to be the instrument for making gods plan of salvation known throughout the universe eph 3. Based on roberts ephesians commentary in the story of god bible commentary series, lessons tackle the historical distance between the new testament and contemporary culture. Ephesians pastor david legge 4 grace be to you, and peace, from god our father, and from the lord jesus christ. Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry. The church has received wondrous blessings in union with christ. The below chart will help underline and point out these similarities. The fully orchestrated background enriches the text reading and enhances the total. Wednesday, may 19, 2010 i isagogics the historical background. This website provides the introductions to the books of the bible that are found in the niv study bible. The church has been brought from death to life in christ. In the fourth book of his stromata, quoting ephesians 5. Although colossians is similar to ephesians, it is brief while the book of ephesians is much more articulate and extensive.
Introduction to the book of ephesians robert mclaughlin. 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. 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. Audiobible niv dramatized new international version high quality. The niv life application commentary series is one of the best i have found to help prepare sunday school lessons. For each book of the bible you will find references to detailed introductions and supportive major notes that can only be found in the jeremiah study bible. An introduction to the book of ephesians related media. He interacts extensively with the latest scholarship and provides a fair and thorough discussion of every disputed point in the book.
In the first chapter you have the doctrines of the gospel. In ephesians, paul shows how the good news should create. Audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version high. This instructional letter is packed with practical advice, all given in an encouraging tone. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. You will also find an informative video introduction. We live differently, we worship differently, and we work differently because of what god has done and is doing in christ. The city of ephesus was a large commercial port city in asia minor present day. Verse by verse through the book of ephesians 2008 click on audio, video or notes to open up the file for each message. Our lives, our actions, and indeed our work take on fresh meaning. Introduction united states conference of catholic bishops. A historical introduction to the early christian writings. Journey through the book of ephesians as orator and author heather hair brings the bible to life in this 6day reading plan.
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. Thus ephesians gives a new perspective, not only about god but also about ourselves. The apostle paul wrote this letter to the churches in ephesus and the surrounding region c. Unfortunately, the local christian book store had decided not to continue stocking them. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle. Video video download options bible book introduction videos share. Ephesians verse by verse teaching in the book of ephesians. Samuel coleridge called it the divine composition of man 2. Found this commentary used on amazon to add to my theological library. Reading plans advanced search available versions audio bibles. Samuel taylor coleridge, the hymnwriter, wrote these words about the book of ephesians. Introduction to ephesians bible commentary theology of work. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks.
It reads like an academic or devotional book and i highly recommend it. 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. Listen free to the complete new international version niv audio bible, narrated by acclaimed actor max mclean. In the next century we find origen, in his tract on prayer, expressly referring to a statement found in the epistle to the ephesians. Introduction to the book of ephesians learn the bible. Ephesians the message audio bible audio only please like my facebook page. 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. Each introduction to each book of the bible is different. Since the text and audio content provided by blb represent a range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed in the resource. It is a letter of definition and encouragement klyne snodgrass, the niv application commentary. But when we glimpse how god is restoring all of creation through.
Ephesians and colossians spiritfilled life new testament commentary jack w. This dramatized audio version of galatians, ephesians, philippians, and colossians in the niv brings the bible to life with this truetotext dramatization of gods word. Ephesians 1 niv paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the. Robert mclaughlin bible ministries introduction to the book of ephesians. The book is named after its chief character joshua, moses successor. Writing, as he does in this epistle, on the constitution and prospects of christs universal church, he refers the ephesians, as to personal matters, to the bearer of the epistle, tychicus ephesians 6. Jeremiah study bible articles sermon video and audio. There are only 155 verses in the book of ephesians and yet there are some 120 direct references to jesus christ, 80 references to god the father, and 15 references to the holy spirit. And they have been induced the rather to think this because it is the only one of all pauls epistles that has nothing. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme. To teach the christians at ephesus the wonder and practical implications of being the church in christ. Ephesians is my favorite book in the bible, and this commentary has helped to solidify it in my mind. Since the text and audio content provided by blb represent a range of evangelical traditions, all. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible.
The apostle pauls letters, for example, were read aloud to the local church communities who. Listen to chuck swindoll s overview of ephesians in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. John calvin called it his favorite book of the bible 3. Dramatized audio bible new international version, niv. 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. Some think that this epistle to the ephesians was a circular letter sent to several churches, and that the copy directed to the ephesians happened to be taken into the canon, and so it came to. Book of ephesians esv listen audio bible online bible study tools. They have sought to clarify understanding of, develop appreciation for, and provide insight into that word. A critical and exegetical commentary on the epistles to the ephesians and to the colossians, icc, pp. Following a structural analysis, the commentary takes the book section by section, drawing out its main themes, and also comments on individual verses and problems of interpretation. The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. But now he has reconciled you by christs physical body. Ephesians 1 full chapter greeting paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, to the saints who are in ephesus, and faithful in christ jesus.
Many also which used curious arts brought their books and burned them acts 19. Ephesians 2, new international version niv the bible app. Some think that this epistle to the ephesians was a circular letter sent to several churches, and that the copy directed to the ephesians happened to be taken into the canon, and so it came to bear that particular inscription. Book of ephesians kjv listen audio bible online bible study tools. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app. Hoehner then delves into the text of ephesians verse by verse, offering the greek text, english translation, and detailed commentary. Ephesians introduction commentary commentary critical. In the seventh chapter of the third book of his testimonies, he speaks of the apostle paul writing to the ephesians and then proceeds to quote ephesians 4. Ephesians 1 the passion translation tpt pauls introduction.
During this time he also wrote colossians and philemon. Only a few verses of ephesians deal precisely with the workplace and even these are directed at thieves, slaves, and masters. 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 book of ephesians was written to gods holy people in ephesus ephesians 1. Verse by verse teaching through the book of ephesians. Ephesians an exegetical commentary dts book center. Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry st.
The book of ephesians kjv audio bible full by alexander scourby duration. These important questions are answered in the book of ephesians. Early in the history of grace church, the history of john. One cannot step over the threshold of this letter into the book of ephesians. The introduction to each book gives a concise but thorough treatment of its authorship, date, original setting, and purpose. 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. Ephesians is the great pauline letter about the church. The truths of this book have impacted the lives of many saints 1. 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.
Introduction to ephesians by matthew henry blue letter bible. Ephesians 1 tpt pauls introduction dear friends, bible. Ephesians introduction commentary commentary critical and. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will. The niv study bible biblica the international bible society. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey.
Audio lectures features author and professor mark roberts teaching through the book of ephesians in eighteen engaging and challenging lessons. Ephesians and colossians spiritfilled life new testament. Audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. To gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. 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. Mar 24, 2015 the book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Bible teaching online in audio, video, notes from the pauls epistle to the ephesians by galyn wiemers of generation word. All three letters were sent with tychicus and onesimus. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. 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.
Abbott, a critical and exegetical commentary on the epistles to the ephesians and to the colossians, icc, pp. The apostles design is to settle and establish the ephesians in the truth, and further to acquaint them with the mystery of the gospel, in order to it. Pure voice and ephesians audio niv new releases on your iphone. Paul emphasizes that we have been saved, not only for our personal benefit, but also to bring praise and glory to god. When the books of the bible were first written, most recipients experienced them with their ears. Ephesians 4 niv unity and maturity in the body of bible gateway.
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