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. Liberalism says that revelation is just a conglomerate of symbols that no one can decipher. These important questions are answered in the book of ephesians. Ephesians bible study 6 weeks free online bible study. 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 book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. This ephesians bible study covers the 6 chapters of ephesians 1 per week and features daily online study questions designed for small group or individual study. 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. Keep a notebook handy with pencil to jot down questions, ideas and applications as you study ephesians. Recall the opening scenes in the sound of music movie. Youre already logged in with your bible gateway account.
Gods word for you is a free bible study site committed to bringing you teaching and studies firmly grounded in the bible, and the bibles answers to your questions. Ephesians chapter 6 free online bible study lessons. 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 greater intimacy with jesus, experience the victorious christian life, and. Ephesians chapter 6 teaches us how to honor our parents and how we should interact with our. Ephesians bible study the christian church in the world. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. Liberalism also says that ephesians is so high it is beyond us. In his letter to the ephesians, paul also saw the new man and a new society, but he saw it all accomplished by the work of jesus. Ephesians commentary free bible study notes, commentary, and. Epistle to the ephesians read and study the bible online. 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 truth of salvation through christ does indeed set us free. Ephesians has many similarities with pauls letter to the colossians.
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. Although ephesians is one of the new testaments shortest books in terms of word count, it is perhaps the most applicable to todays culture. Bible study articles that explain clearly each verse in the book of ephesians insight, commentary and analysis. It is designed to help you discover, through personal study and group discussion, the incredible riches of gods word, and. Read the short background information for ephesians below. Ephesians 6 background information with maps and images. Of what does the apostle paul inform us in ephesians 6. Some have taken the absence of the usual personal greetings and the verbal similarity of many parts to colossians, among other reasons, as grounds for doubting authorship by the apostle paul.
A 6 session bible study by tony merida challenge the status quo of our culture and even some churches by encouraging your group to live more purely the essential convictions of christianity. Ephesians 6 in the picture study bible, with maps and background information on ephesians 6 bible history online. 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 gospel walked in shoe leather in the first century, and it worked. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. 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. Check out the teaching messages from sunday mornings at safeharbor to. For other books, devotionals and bible studies by anne graham lotz.
The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the epistle. Two books of the bible which the critic says cannot be understood are ephesians and revelation. Ephesians with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. All gods word for you bible studies are written from a reformed, conservative, evangelical perspective that upholds the historic fundamentals of the christian faith. The people of ephesus heard more bible teaching from paul than did any other. Pray also for me, that whenever i speak, words may be given me so that i will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which i am an ambassador in. 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. Download or listen to the series grace and peace a nine volume study in the book of ephesians.
It has been said to contain the profoundest truth revealed to men, and the church at ephesus was, perhaps, better prepared than any other to be the custodian of such truth, since pauls long stay there had so well. A study in the book of ephesians fresh life series heitzig, lenya on. The epistle to the ephesians chapter six objectives in studying the chapter 1 to understand the responsibilities of children and their fathers 2 to suggest how principles governing servants and masters can be applied to employees and their employers 3 to see the need to adorn ourselves with the whole of armor of god, that we might be. The deeper christian bible study series in ephesians is an indepth versebyverse study of pauls letter to the ephesians. Outline of ephesians chapters 1 3 our position in christ what we are before god 1. This letter to the ephesians ought to bring us very close to christ. Ephesians bible study below you will find a six week ephesians bible study.
Welcome to belong a study in the book of ephesians belong is collaboration between safeharbor and lifepoint christian church. The book of ephesians is a survival manualit equips believers to thrive in a world that hates the message of jesus christ. Welcome to the sixth and final study of the book of ephesians. This 11week study through the book of ephesians as we discover together what it means to belong to gods great big family. For less than the cost of a latte each month, youll gain access to a vast digital bible study library and reduced banner ads to minimize distractions from gods word. This illustrated bible study of the armor of god in ephesians 6.
Andy is a professor of bible and theology at the college of biblical studies in houston. Encouragement and rebuke must be combined with training and teaching. Ephesians free bible study commentary in simple english. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly scripture encouragement to share with family and friends. 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. The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. David guzik study guide for ephesians 6 blue letter bible. Gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, theology, practice, and more. The purpose for writing this letter paul does not write this letter to the ephesians to rebuke them for any irregularity of conduct, like he does the corinthians, nor for any perversion of the gospel, as he does the galatians. Since paul wrote both of them from his roman imprisonment, his mind may have worked on the same themes when he wrote each letter. This bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter four of the book of ephesians. Starting your free trial of bible gateway plus is easy. Ephesians 6 niv children, obey your parents in the.
This instructional letter is packed with practical advice, all given in an encouraging tone. How to use this book welcome to the faith foundations study guide on ephesians. Paul the apostle writes to encourage believers to live wellweve been lifted from the graveyard of sin and called to shout the gospel into the darkened world. Feel free to make copies of this for your personal use. Overview and outline of ephesians bible study deeper. Read the following scripture passages and complete the form for each day. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the epistle to. Book introduction the apostle paul had reminded his readers of the glory and.
About the book of ephesians its author, original readers and date. Ephesians also contains two of the most memorable passages in the new testament. Pdf bible study the book of ephesians john ndhlovu. The gospel of peace is symbolized by sturdy, protective footwear. Ephesians 6 niv children, obey your parents in the bible gateway.