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. Prayer introduction one of my favorite books of the bible is the book of ephesians. Ephesians chapter 1 verse by verse bible commentary. Ephesians 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of ephesians. The traditional idea, that god deals in one manner with the gentile christians and in another with the jewish christians, and that the races are identifiable in christ, has created havoc in the interpretation of the scripturesparticularly the writings. There is not one exhortation in the first three chapters. Ephesians 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Ephesians chapter 1 matthew henry complete commentary. He does want the blessings and favor of god to fall upon these people.
In the first chapter you have the doctrines of the gospel. The apostles thanksgivings and praises to god for his inestimable blessings bestowed on the believing ephesians v. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will. Practical insights for everyday christian living provides a comprehensive biblical commentary from renowned bible teacher joyce meyer. In ancient greek the language paul originally wrote in, ephesians 1. The apostles thanksgivings and praises to god for his inestimable blessings bestowed on the believing ephesians, ver. Ephesians chapter 1 matthew henry complete commentary on. Paul explains the mystery of the church and gives practical insight into living as believers.
John gills exposition of the bible he preached in the same church as c. Christians are born again by the will of the father, and are in his spiritual household john 3. A free bible version and commentary on the letter to the ephesians in easyenglish. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. Commentary for ephesians 1 this epistle was written when st. What was hidden throughout the ages was revealed to us when christ came.
Paul began here in the manner of all writers of his time with a salutation ephesians 1. The initial triple phrase recurs as in a refrain in ephesians 1. His earnest prayers to god in their behalf, ephesians 1. A brief explanation of each chapter in the book of ephesians. Ephesians 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, like many of ironsides writings, are a standard that has stood the test of time.
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. In this chapter, we see what paul, writing under the inspiration of the holy. Paul said they were chosen by god to be adopted by jesus as he redeemed them from their sins with his sacrifice on the cross. Chapter one tells us that as believers we are sealed with the approval of god and that the holy spirit of god wants to dwell. They must be like his feet to take his gospel to all the people in the world. The riches of gods grace towards men, shown from their deplorable state by nature, and the happy change divine grace makes in them.
Two significant prayers of paul are found in this book eph 1. 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 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. Feel free to use, copy and modify these free bible study questions as needed. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. He filled them all with patience, wisdom, and strength.
Ephesians 1, new american standard bible nasb the bible app. The first chapter was about who god is and what he has done on our behalf. Ephesians 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The book of ephesians teaches you who you are in christ, how to live as his follower, and how to gain victory in the spiritual battles you face. He blesses god for calling the gentiles to the adoption of children by jesus christ, by whose sacrificial death both they and the jews find redemption, 3. And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church, which is his body, the fullness of him that filleth all in all. Click the verse number to read commentary, definitions, meanings, and notes for that particular ephesians 1 verse. Paul wrote this letter while enduring his first roman imprisonment in house arrest.
He is the means by which god gives eternal life to those who obey him ephesians 1. Ephesians 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely. Grace and peace to you from god our father and the lord jesus christ. Yet most people today have never heard of john gill. The reason is that the book of ephesians lets us see how important we are to god. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people. True peace, just like true grace, comes from the father and the lord jesus christ. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the same as in others, ver. The book of ephesians is a beautiful revelation of the church and the spiritual blessings we have in christ jesus. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the. Just as grace was the key word in galatians, it is prominent in all of pauls letters.
Ephesians 1 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the same as in others v. In ephesians chapter 1, paul told the people that they should all be holy and free from blame as they were in jesus mercy and had his love. Ephesians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry. 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. Ephesians 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings of the jews. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the.
As an opera has an overture, setting the tone for all the melodies that will follow, so ephesians 1. Each chapter includes the scripture reference being taught along with commentary emphasizing the. Ephesians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry st. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. 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. The epistle takes us from eternity to eternity, in contemplation of the divine. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. But these must have been for ever hidden from us, if god had not made them known by his written word, preached gospel, and spirit of truth. Some liberal critics have attempted to raise doubts, yet the authorship of the book is solidly established both by the clear statement in the book itself and by the records of the early uninspired christian writers. The concept that the elect jews and gentiles compose the one family of god, the one holy nation, is a central theme of the book of ephesians.
Ephesians with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. Ephesians chapters wonderfully expound the gospel while ephesians chapters 46 provide a clear picture of how those doctrines change our lives. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. God predestined us unto sonship through jesus christ. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey.
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. Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. It would appear that paul built up this type of phrase to extol and praise god as the giver of all blessings. Ephesians is the goto book in the new testament for an understanding of gods sovereignty in salvation by grace, and therefore it shares much in common with pauls other masterwork. Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the lord. Commentaries for ephesians chapter 1 a salutation, and an account of saving blessings, as prepared in gods eternal election, as purchased by christs blood.
Ephesians free bible study commentary in simple english. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. A salutation, and an account of saving blessings, as prepared in gods eternal election, as purchased by christs blood. Audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version high quality duration. He blesses god for calling the gentiles to the adoption of children by jesus christ, by whose sacrificial death both they and the jews find redemption, 37. The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Nay, the whole of gods truth is to be declared, and whatsoever we find in this book, that are. To the praise of the glory of his grace, which he freely bestowed on us in the beloved. Lord, your word affirms itself, clarifying important concepts, reminding us of the reality of and reason for your gospel. Second, he focuses on thanksgiving and prayer for his readers ephesians 1. First, paul describes the spiritual blessings which believers have in christ ephesians 1.
Ephesians small group series lesson 1 introduction to. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one. Verse 1 christ has chosen us to sit with him in the heavenly places 2. The contents are much akin to those of colossians, but also differ greatly from them. Lord, you have given to us a rightmodel for obedient biblicalchristian living.
The father is the source of blessing here, the son in ephesians 1. Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians 1 and more. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the same as in others, ephesians 1. Chapter 1 includes a brief introduction ephesians 1. It was written to encourage believers to walk as fruitful followers of christ and to serve in unity and love in the midst of persecution. The apostles thanksgivings and praises to god for his inestimable blessings bestowed on the believing ephesians, ephesians 1. Ephesians and colossians were probably composed at the same time in rome. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app. The book of ephesians is about the church the eternal purpose of god in christ. This epistle was written by paul, the apostle, as stated in 1. Ephesians 1 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the bible. Ephesians 1 commentary john gills exposition of the bible. Read the book of ephesians from the bible with full chapters, highlighted popular verses, and helpful bible commentary for studying scripture. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of.
Ephesians and colossians have a number of parallels. In the first chapter of ephesians, the apostle paul reminded the church of the. Ephesians 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Introduction to ephesians bible exposition commentary. I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. Jun 16, 2011 audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version high quality duration. Ephesians 1 commentary ironsides notes on selected books. David guzik commentary on ephesians 1 talks about the work of the triune god. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. The second chapter is about who we are as a result and how we come together.
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