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. This bible study book includes six weeks of content. Ephesians commentary free bible study notes, commentary, and. Studies in john will take you systematically through the book of john, and bring you to a crucial point of decision regarding historys most influential figure. Ephesians is the first of pauls prison epistles with philippians, colossians, and philemon being the others. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. As a result, pauls travel companions, gaius and aristarchus of macedonia, were dragged into the theater. 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. Includes the complete text of the new english translation of the galatian letter, with questions for each section of the book. Ephesians teaching copy to correct and pdf for final use. Although ephesians is one of the new testaments shortest books.
Each week has an introductory page summarizing the focus of the weeks study, followed by content designed. These first four study guides in a 16volume set from noted bible scholar john macarthur take readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. Simply reading the bible is not enough, it is necessary to take the time to read the bible, view the given references, study the bible and talk with others about the bible bible study, and buy bible commentaries and study them. The most beautiful letter, the most beautiful words that have ever been penned by any human being but as we sit this evening and study these magnificent words, as we read them, we say that they are not. For other books, devotionals and bible studies by anne graham lotz. Ephesians preaching order john calvin considered ephesians his favorite letter and he preached a series of fortyeight sermons on the book. When we study this book, it is as though we have climbed a high mountain peak, because the book gives us that kind of. How to use this book welcome to the faith foundations study guide on ephesians. Challenge the status quo of our culture and even some churches by encouraging your group to live more purely the essential convictions of christianity. Pauls letter to the ephesians versebyverse studies.
For the millions who have tested its claims and claimed its promises, there is but one answerthe bible is gods book and gods voice. If the words of demetrius are to be believed, she was worshipped by all asia and the world acts 19. Ephesians lessons for youth every child ministries. Gain new insights into gods word and how to apply gods word to everyday life with the blackabys. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. New testament books of the bible index the book of 1 timothy outlines gospelcentered living. 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. Book of ephesians pdf free bible study lessons pages 1 12. Feel free to use, copy and modify these free bible study. Active inductive bible study of ephesians for youth page 3 of 42 by mama lorella, every child ministries beginning to study ephesians by the inductive method. Two books of the bible which the critic says cannot be understood are ephesians and revelation. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. 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. The book of ephesians is easily broken into two sections.
Paul is sending the slave onesimus back to his master philemon, in the care of tychicus. If youre unable to do anything else provided in your bible study book. 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. 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. Study notes on the letter to the ephesians page 5 of 59 ephesians 1. For a small book, ephesians really makes a huge impact. The book of ephesians page 3 what we possess in christ our possessions the believers blessed life ephesians 1 key verse. A study of the epistle to the ephesians lesson one note first the following verses in this epistle. May 12, 2017 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.
Feel free to make copies of this for your personal use. 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 end result is that the gospel spread from ephesus throughout asia minor. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. Ephesians bible study the christian church in the world. 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. Pdf bible study the book of ephesians john ndhlovu. This epistle was not written to a specific church and could be themed the church, the fullness of christ. Blessed be the god and father of our lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ. 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.
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. The book of ephesians along with philippians and colossians, was written by the apostle paul while in prison in rome. This study guide was developed in preparation for teaching adult bible classes. Pdf bible study the book of ephesians john ndhlovu academia. A study in the book of ephesians fresh life series.
Bible study the book of ephesians pastor john ndhlovu cosmo baptist church p. Ephesians for personal study and reflection or for smallgroup bible study, is drawn andbased largely upon the epistle of ephesians written by the apostle paul after many years of ministry. 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. Gospel glimpses, whole bible connections, theology, practice, and more. Written in 6162, when paul was a prisoner in rome cf. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. The bible does not say how paul died, but we can assume he died declaring the gospel of christ 2 tim. Ephesians bible studies the gospel of john and the book. Disciple for life smallgroup bible studies include a daily reading plan for each week. Christianity is a journey of our faith development as we encounter more of christ through our learning and discoveries from his word. 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. Ephesians the mystery of gods church our identity, our walk, our warfare precepts for life free download study guide a study guide to the radio tv broadcast series by kay arthur. The central organizing theological idea in ephesians is that through christs atoning work god has mightily brought about the churcha new humanity, i.
These expository bible studies on the book of ephesians cover a letter that is regarded by many as a. 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. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. The city has figured prominently in the spread of the gospel in asia. The study of ephesians page 1 lesson one introduction to the study of ephesians the church at ephesus was one of the outstanding churches of this early period of time. Ephesians 1 1paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, to the saints which are at ephesus, and to the faithful in christ jesus. Ive learned how better to serve the church, and how to be a better employee and leader. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one. A study of pauls epistle to the ephesians developed by matt hennecke. Paul, timothy, and silas helped to establish or strengthen the church on pauls 3 rd mission trip into asia minor. Free expository bible studies on ephesians hotsermons.
Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible. Ephesians is one of the most succinct, powerful, lifeshaping books in the bible. Making time in a busy schedule to focus on god through his word is a vital part of the christian life. This letter to the ephesians ought to bring us very close to christ. Teacher, to begin the study, find the best reader available. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people. Ephesians about these expository bible studies on ephesians. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. It is designed to help you discover, through personal study. It is designed to help you discover, through personal study and group discussion, the incredible riches of gods word, and. 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. 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. There are very few things in life that have the power to change your life more than studying the word of god.
About how god has granted us every spiritual blessing in christ. In a time when so many people struggle with identity, ephesians is the perfect book of the bible to study. Blue letter bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the bible easy and rewarding. 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. A study in the book of ephesians fresh life series heitzig, lenya on. Gods word for you is a free bible study site committed to bringing you teaching and studies firmly grounded in the bible, and the bible s answers to your questions. 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. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we. A bible study of ephesians study joyce meyer ministries. The book of ephesians chapter one workbook this bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter one of the book of ephesians. Daily bible reading disciple for life smallgroup bible studies include a daily reading plan for each week.
Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies. Read the short background information for ephesians below. Bible study questions on ephesians and philippians introduction. Thanks to the understanding gained from this study, ephesians in my study bible is almost all hi lighted.
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. Keep a notebook handy with pencil to jot down questions, ideas and applications as you study ephesians. The book of ephesians enables us to view gods creation from an alpine altitude. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ.
To really jump ahead in your study of ephesians, complete our how to study a book of the bible. As you read it, you would be wise to give some thought to two questions. Ephesians with book summary interlinear study bible. 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 questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study. In this study of ephesians, joyce has included material that will help you walk through each chapter and sometimes, verse by verse. Miles oneill welcome to the letter written to the church of ephesus. Understanding the book of ephesians and bible study guide. A reference book that is an essential in any study that involves the apostle paul. In his letter to the ephesians, paul prays god will open the eyes of their hearts to know what is the hope of his calling on their lives.
A reference book that is an essential in any study that involves the apostle paul, whether. All gods word for you bible studies are written from a reformed, conservative, evangelical perspective that upholds the historic fundamentals of the christian faith. John macarthur takes readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. He also sent along the letter to the colossian church. The most beautiful letter, the most beautiful words that have ever been penned by any human being but as we sit this evening and study. Pound for pound ephesians may well be the most influential document ever written, says one author. A study guide blessed be the god and father of our lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ.
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