Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on pauls letter to the ephesians. Pauls letter to the ephesians is different compared to many of the other new testament letters he wrote. Ephesus was the most important city in western asia minor now turkey. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture. This is a book in the bible that should be studied and understood by all believers. 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. But even more startling is that god considers true christians to. Book of ephesians john gills exposition of the bible. Now viewing scripture range from the book of ephesians chapter 4. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them.
Timothy and erastus also spent some time with paul in ephesus, but he eventually sent them on into macedonia acts 19. Whites comments, 12 tables and illustrations, and 19 maps. The knowledge of salvation comes by hearing about jesus christ romans 10. 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. I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. The epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians from the holy bible new international version niv book 49 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a.
The subject of this paragraph begins with the father and shifts to the son. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. Ephesians commentary free bible study notes, commentary, and. In our common pick and choose reading method where we flip open the bible, read a passage, and then jump somewhere else, we often miss the importance of the flow, tone, and message of what an. Jun 05, 2016 the book of ephesians kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 49 duration. The apostles thanksgivings and praises to god for his inestimable blessings bestowed on the believing ephesians, ver. Dec 18, 2008 ephesians tyndale new testament commentaries foulkes, francis on. A verse by verse examination of gods eternal purpose in and through jesus christ. Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians and more. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god.
At the end, however, the churchits relationship to christ and among the membersbecomes the focus. Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. The book of ephesians is six chapters of solid christian teachings. The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the same as in others, ver. Ephesians with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. James rosscup writes that barnes includes 16 volumes on the old testament. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Ephesians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry st. Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3 ephesians chapter 4 ephesians chapter 5 ephesians chapter 6. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. It had a harbor that at that time opened into the cayster river see map, p. Study ephesians using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Study ephesians using john gills exposition of the bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning.
From chapter 1 to 6, in that order, you will read about. Check out these important bible verses from ephesians. Dec 23, 2015 who were the ephesians mentioned in the bible. Ephesians chapters wonderfully expound the gospel while ephesians chapters 46 provide a clear picture of how those doctrines change our lives. The reason is that the revelation of john the last book in the bible begins with letters to the seven churches of asia, the first being to ephesus and the last to laodicea. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. This is the picture we are to dream and pray into reality.
God the father planned throughout history for jesus to create a multiethnic community of followers. 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 ephesians were the residents of ephesus to which paul visited and wrote the book of ephesians too in the form of a. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Ephesians 5 commentary the duties of wives and husbands are. Bible verses, quotes, christian answers, songs and more. Bible study notes and commentary on the new testament book of ephesians. An introduction to a verse by verse commentary on the book of ephesians by allan turner. Ephesians commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. 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. In the book of ephesians, we see how the gospel story affects believers everyday lives. View chuck swindoll s chart of ephesians, which divides the book into major sections and highlights themes and key verses. Comments on the book of ephesians chapter 6 from the king james bible online.
The book of ephesians kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 49 duration. The duty of wives is, submission to their husbands in the lord, which includes honouring and obeying them, from a principle of love to them. The book of ephesians clearly leaves its mark among other bible books by displaying the powerful impact of the gospel of christ jesus in the individual and corporate life of believers. Ephesians 5 commentary the duties of wives and husbands. The duty of wives is, submission to their husbands in.
The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of ephesians. Ephesians christ and the church click chart to enlarge charts from jensens survey of the nt used by permission. Read ephesians commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Jun 20, 2015 the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians from the holy bible new international version niv book 49 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a. Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians and. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. Ephesians commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Have you sat down to study a book of the bible and found yourself confused about why an author wrote certain things. Workbook on the fundamentals of the gospel of christ. In heaven there are two beings of spirit who are part of the god family. Bible study articles that explain clearly each verse in the book of ephesians insight, commentary and analysis. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Ephesians 5 matthew henrys concise commentary on the bible.
The duties of wives and husbands are enforced by the spiritual relation between christ and the church. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. Lincoln is a world renowned exegete, and his commentary on ephesians is an example. Comprised of jews and nonjews, these followers form the covenant family god promised to abraham. See all of our coronavirus resources here toggle navigation. Emphasizes understanding the text with practical applications. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. Jun 03, 2016 commentary on the letter to the ephesians. Ephesians overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written.
This flies right in the face of the concept of strict monotheism. The book of ephesians is one of four prison epistles, so. Our bible does not include an epistle called a letter to the laodiceans, but many have felt that it is the same one we call the letter to the ephesians. It can be used offensively when needed and is a good reason for believers to hide gods word scripture in their heart or memorize it. Ephesians resources commentaries, sermons, illustrations, devotionals see disclaimer. Ephesians tyndale new testament commentaries foulkes, francis on. Book of ephesians matthew henrys bible commentary concise. Les painter bible text by cynthia green this commentary has been through advanced checking. Commentary on ephesians notes on the new testament. Ephesians free bible study commentary in simple english. 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. If the words of demetrius are to be believed, she was worshipped by all asia and the world acts 19. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus.
The book of ephesians niv audio holy bible high quality. You can find the best commentary on ephesians for you using the tools on the right side. How to understand ephesians have you sat down to study a book of the bible and found yourself confused about why an author wrote certain things. 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 materials are not. As soon as he did this, there arose a great commotion over diana of the ephesians.
Ephesians overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected. Bible study questions on ephesians and philippians introduction. Top 5 commentaries on the book of ephesians ligonier ministries. What is your favorite bible verse from the book of ephesians. It is clear from the bible account that these mens lives were in danger. A salutation, and an account of saving blessings, as prepared in gods eternal election, as purchased by christs blood. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians.
Preface to the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians. 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 paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. The book of ephesians overview of the book of ephesians the book of ephesians is a masterpiece of revelation that bridges the principles of grace and obedience into one solid irremovable form. The word of god, the bible, is the only offensive weapon the believer has. It was written to encourage believers to walk as fruitful followers of christ and to serve in unity and love in the. The book of ephesians is almost certainly one of four epistles that. All that the church needs, the lord has already provided. Ephesians chapter 6 comments official king james bible. T he book of ephesians is 6 chapters of solid christian teachings. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. Ephesians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry. The family of god is located both in heaven and on earth. The reason is that the revelation of john the last book in the bible begins with letters to the seven churches of asia, the.
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