Also focusing on unity holiness, sub mission, and steadfastness. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Early sources in church history that attribute this letter to paul include. We need to see our position in christ, seated with him in heavenly places, before we can learn to walk the christian walk. In this 12week study through the book of ephesians, eric redmond opens our eyes to pauls teaching about the astonishing grace of god that enables us to walk in love, holiness, and wisdom. Carver described the book of ephesians as the greatest piece of. Recall the opening scenes in the sound of music movie. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. Feel free to make copies of this for your personal use. Pdf bible study the book of ephesians john ndhlovu academia. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. 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. So we need to have a backdrop for this book of ephesians.
Ephesians bible studies the gospel of john and the book. Ephesians bible study book includes smallgroup experiences for six sessions, weekly individual study opportunities, applicable scripture, how to use this study, and tips for leading a group. The epistle to the ephesians free sermon outlines and bible. Reference tools used eerdmans handbook to the bible new bible dictionary the zondervan encyclopedia of the bible 3. Paul names himself as the author of the epistle to the ephesians ephesians 1. This 12week bible study explores how paul instructed the people of ephesus to practice the skills of a godfashioned life.
Indeed the words, to the ephesians, are not in the best manuscripts. 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. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people. Study guide for ephesians by chuck smith blue letter bible. It is clear from the bible account that these mens lives were in danger. Ephesians also contains two of the most memorable passages in the new testament. These important questions are answered in the book of ephesians. Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. Challenge the status quo of our culture and even some churches by encouraging your group to live more purely the essential convictions of christianity. The idea of unity can be seen clearly in the first chapter of ephesians ephesians 1.
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. 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. Includes the complete text of the new english translation of the galatian letter, with questions for each section of the book. 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. Read the following scripture passages and complete the form for each day. This 63part expository study of ephesians was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship in 20078. Daily bible reading disciple for life smallgroup bible studies include a daily reading plan for each week. The book of ephesians is charged with weighty doctrines that reveal the glory of the triune god. In this lesson, we will commence our study of the book of ephesians. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. 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.
Bible study questions on ephesians and philippians introduction. For other books, devotionals and bible studies by anne graham lotz. This book is divided into 12 lessons, each of which contains the full niv text of the scripture passage, several study and discussion questions, and a versebyverse commentary. Faith foundations study guides bible studies the gospel of. Thanks to the understanding gained from this study, ephesians in my study bible is almost all hi lighted. Pauls most eloquent teaching on gods plan of salvation and life in the body of christ. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. The book of ephesians enables us to view gods creation from an alpine altitude. Paul emphasizes that we have been saved, not only for our personal benefit, but also to bring praise and glory to god. Pdf bible study the book of ephesians john ndhlovu. Ephesians our blessings in christ importance this epistle was evidently addressed to the church in ephesus cf. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. When we study this book, it is as though we have climbed a high mountain peak, because the book gives us that kind of perspective on what god has created.
Testimony to the letter throughout church history is over the top. The book of ephesians chapter two workbook this bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter two of the book of ephesians. Demolish the habits of lazy spirituality to live in the vibrant reality of your identity in christ. Biblical scholar harold hoehner, surveying 279 commentaries written between 1519. Since life is in the blood, the bible often speaks of. Father, son, and spirit are seen in pauls epistle to the ephesians as operating from before the foundation of the world for the redemption of the church. In the book of ephesians, we learn how the gospel creates a new multiethnic, covenant family of god, and affects our story and how we live every day as a body of new humanity unified in love. As i was doing this, i found that ephesians and revelation were the two easiest books in the bible to outline. Ephesians preaching order john calvin considered ephesians his favorite letter and he preached a series of fortyeight sermons on the book from may 1558 to march 1559. The epistle to the ephesians bible baptist church of. Remember that god is the creator of heaven and earth. For further background, see the esv study bible, pages 22572261.
If youre unable to do anything else provided in your bible study book during a certain week, try to spend a few minutes in gods word. A reference book that is an essential in any study that involves the apostle paul, whether his epistles. Although ephesians is one of the new testaments shortest books in terms of word countonly 6 chapters and 155 versesit is perhaps the most applicable to todays culture. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. A great textual study for those who want to go deep into gods word. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. In the book of ephesians, we see how the gospel story affects believers everyday lives.
It was written to encourage believers to walk as fruitful followers of christ and to serve in unity and love in the. So, together with a bible to look up crossreferences, you have everything you need for your journey of discovery in ephesians. In this bible study participants will be encouraged to apply gods word to your life. As a result, pauls travel companions, gaius and aristarchus of macedonia, were dragged into the theater. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. Picture study bible ephesians bible history online. Christianity was the solution, but it is so simple, most people missed the profoundness of it and thus seek to add to it. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. Sixweek bible study book with group and personal components. For permission to reproducedistribute these resources from steve cole including the word document and audio files found on the individual lesson pages below please see bible. We are reminded to put on the new self created to be like god in true. In order to interpret any book of the bible properly, its important that we understand who its being written to, whos writing it and what situation its being written to. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one.
Ephesus enters history in the mid7th century bc, when it was attacked by the cimmerians. You can find the ephesians bible study series on rightnow media, here. If you dont wish to do your study online at simply choose a chapter from the links below to start your ephesians bible study book of ephesians chapter one chapter one of ephesians tells us that we are spiritually blessed. God the father planned throughout history for jesus to create a multiethnic community of followers. The epistle to the ephesians introduction author the apostle paul 1. These studies will guide you through this lifechanging book of the bible and give you practical application to help you grow in your faith, gain. Paul had spent nearly three years in ephesus acts 19. Its authorship has traditionally been attributed to paul the apostle but starting in 1792, this has been challenged as deuteropauline, that is. In this ephesians bible study we learn that paul tells of the great privilege of the ephesians. Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh. Through this scandalous history, well see what god can do with the most broken of heroesand behind every hero, well see a god who remains faithful even when we are faithless. The price of our redemption the ransom and the means of our forgiveness is the blood of jesus. 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. To help folk learn what the bible is all about, i wrote a book called briefing the bible in which i attempted to give a helpful outline of every book in the bible.
The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Making time in a busy schedule to focus on god through his word is a vital part of the christian life. Bible study questions on ephes ians and philippians introduction. The book of ephesians is held in great reverence by both biblical scholars and lay people. This epistle was not written to a specific church and could be themed the church, the fullness of christ. For a small book, ephesians really makes a huge impact. It examines the truths about a believers new identity of christ. The book of ephesians is a beautiful revelation of our spiritual blessings in christ. Our identity is found in the fact that we are children of god, adopted into his family, and we re to live as children of light in a dark world. 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. Gods one eternal purpose is to unite one body of believers through christ, the church, which is his body, the fulness of him who filleth all in all ephesians 1. If the words of demetrius are to be believed, she was worshipped by all asia and the world acts 19. The book is address by paul to the church at ephesus. 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 bible companion series what we possess in christ the book of ephesians page 1 the bible companion series the believers spiritual relationship with god the epistle to the ephesians a bible believing study guide av 1611 bible companion to the praise of the glory of his grace ephesians 1. Ephesians in the picture study bible the book of ephesians. Bible study the book of ephesians pastor john ndhlovu cosmo baptist church p. Read the book of ephesians as if it were a letter from the apostle paul written to your. Ephesians introduction scofield reference bible commentary. Paul wrote this letter we know as the book of ephesians to settle or establish the ephesians in the truth, and to acquaint them with the mystery of the gospel. 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 instructional letter is packed with practical advice, all given in an encouraging tone. The god of the bible study of the father, son, and holy spirit.
Sbcc first studied ephesians in 1994 and then again. It is designed to help you discover, through personal study and group discussion, the incredible riches of gods word, and. 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. Ephesians teaching copy to correct and pdf for final use. 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. It will enable me contribute immensely in tomorrows bible study 8th. Since life is in the blood, the bible often speaks of death as the shedding of blood leviticus 17.
Geographical background the city was situated on the western coast of asia minor at the mouth of the cayster river, one of the four major eastwest valleys that ended in the aegean sea. Ive learned how better to serve the church, and how to be a better employee and leader. Several of the early church writers site the book of ephesians. The context of ephesians 1, however, says that the choosing and predestining was done. Individual study opportunities for ongoing spiritual growth. Ephesians commentary free bible study notes, commentary, and. This versebyverse study of ephesians, looks at a fuller need for christ. Most early writers spoke of the epistle as having been addressed to the ephesians. And the new fancy philosophical theories were as catchy and powerful then as todays false teachers and their deceptive tv ministries that fleece the flock and leave people empty and devastated along with a bad reputation in the wake. Comprised of jews and nonjews, these followers form the covenant family god promised to abraham.
Acts 19, but may have been intended as a circular letter to be read by neighboring churches. It has been the bestselling book in the world for years. Greear digs into the text of ephesians versebyverse and challenges believers to live out the gospel. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. Ephesians with book summary interlinear study bible. For permission to reproducedistribute these resources from steve cole including the word document and audio files found on the individual lesson pages below please see s ministry. Gospel glimpses, whole bible connections, theology, practice, and more. Although ephesians is one of the new testaments shortest books in terms of word count, it is perhaps the most applicable to todays culture. Apply his words from the book of ephesians to your own life. How to use this book welcome to the faith foundations study guide on ephesians. However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we. The bible companion series what we possess in christ the book of ephesians page 1 the bible companion series the believers spiritual relationship with god the epistle to the ephesians a biblebelieving study guide av 1611 bible companion to the praise of the glory of his grace ephesians 1. In the book of acts, the history of church at ephesus begins with the. It is the single most popular book in all of history.
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