Ephesians overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. Listen to chuck swindolls overview of ephesians in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. Charles haddon spurgeon 18341892 was born in essex, england. Verse by verse through the book of ephesians 201819.
The others were philippians, colossians, and philemon. As bruce wrote in his preface to the 1961 edition, the exposition is intended for the general christian reader who is interested in serious bible study, not for the professional or specialist student. Audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version high quality duration. Ephesians 1 1599 geneva bible gnv the epistle of paul to the ephesians. The western text indicates that paul had the use of the building from 11 a. Free sermon book of ephesians martyn lloydjones trust. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians.
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. For a brief time at the end of his second missionary journey, and then for more than two years on his third missionary journey, paul ministered to the church at ephesus acts 18. This letter, in many ways, is the crowning glory of the new testament. The new john gill exposition of the entire bible on. Old testament genesisdeuteronomy the pentateuch by warren w. Lloydjoness much loved series on ephesians is one of the most complete commentaries on that book. Richison value of ephesians ephesians, more than any other book, presents the purpose and plan of god for the church this book sets forth one of the clearest presentations on the relation between positional truth and experiencing positional truth in ones life john calvin called ephesians his favorite book of the bible we see something of the supremacy of christ in gods.
Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. Bible teaching online in audio, video, notes from the pauls epistle to the ephesians by galyn. The bible exposition workbook series contains the complete kjv text of the book of ephesians along with hundreds of questions to help you grasp a deeper understanding of gods word. Book of ephesians kjv listen audio bible online bible study tools. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. Also included are over a dozen maps and charts to help you visualize and really understand. His most fruitful years of ministry were at the new park street and later the metropolitan tabernacle pulpit in london. Martyn lloyd jones exposition of the epistle to the ephesians, i have been encouraged with a number of convictions that the dr and i share. Before each weekly sermon, spurgeon read a passage of scripture, often interrupting his readings with spontaneous verse by verse comments to expose the scriptures meaning and content. In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of gods grace that he lavished on us.
Ephesians audio bible with music and commentary devotional. Tyrannus no doubt held his classes in the early morning. The largest and most trusted library of over 1,897,000 free sermons from conservative christian churches and ministries worldwide. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. This book sets forth one of the clearest presentations on the relation between positional truth and experiencing positional truth in ones life. Bruce, in his commentary on the book of acts, provides us with some interesting information on the school of tyrannus. His principal ministry was at westminster chapel, in central london, from 19391968, where he delivered multiyear expositions on books of the bible such as romans, ephesians and the gospel of john. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. John calvin called ephesians his favorite book of the bible. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. The church of christ needs a renewal of bible exposition. Ephesians the new john gill exposition of the entire. An exposition of ruth, psalms, jonah, and three of pauls epistles romans, ephesians, and philippians that are not taught in the other required bible courses, with emphasis on the biblical theology of these books, their genre, and application.
It is regarded by some as the highest conceptual ground in the new testament. It is clear from the bible account that these mens lives were in danger. After preaching his first sermon at the age of 16, he became pastor of the church in waterbeach at the age of 17. The author unpacks this powerful and encouraging book of the bible to help pastors deepen their understanding of the gospel. His principal ministry was at westminster chapel, in central london, from 19391968, where he delivered multiyear expositions on books of the bible such as. Browse studies about 200 articles, over 5,100 versebyverse studies.
The bible exposition commentary series by warren w. I admit, however, that the external evidence preponderates with a manifest excess on the side of the received reading. The holy bible epistle to the ephesians kjv bible study duration. Ephesians the new john gill exposition of the entire bible. I have been searching for an audio bible that brings the scripture to life for me and truly, this is amazing. This eightvolume set displays the respected authors elegant style and probing exegesis. Journey through the book of ephesians as orator and author heather hair brings the bible to life in this 6day reading plan. Audio lectures features author and professor mark roberts teaching through the book of ephesians in eighteen engaging and challenging lessons. 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. The book of ephesians is almost certainly one of four epistles that paul wrote during his first imprisonment. Ephesians sets forth what no other book of the new testament describes so completely the nature of the body of christ, which is the true church. Ephesians 1 kjv paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the bible. The word of god, the bible, is the only offensive weapon the believer has. With all wisdom and understanding, 9 he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in christ, 10 to be put into effect when the times reach their.
This title is a part of the christcentered exposition commentary series. Sproul looks at the main issues raised in ephesians. This commentary examines paul the apostles letter concerning how believers should live in light of their new identity in christ. If you want to help, share this site with your friends.
The book is a oneminute radio program that features unusual stories and interesting facts about the bibleone of the bestselling books of all time. That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in christ. Pauls epistle to the ephesians is possibly best known for its description of the christians armour. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on pauls letter to the ephesians. Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down. Tony evans will journey with you through chapter 1 of ephesians highlighting 5 key topics. Public activity ceased in the cities of ionia for several hours at 11 a. With all wisdom and understanding, he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in christ, to be put into effect when the times reach their fulfillmentto bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth. In addition, indepth study tools are provided on the site with access to commentaries, encyclopedias, dictionaries. Through this week in the word with tony evans, you will become better equipped to grasp that as a.
Biblical commentary deeper life book 1 and millions of other books are available for instant access. An exposition on the book of ephesians ebook 9781973603078 by randy vance jr. Ephesians 1 niv paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. Introduction to ephesians bible exposition commentary. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them.
Ephesians commentary john gills exposition of the bible. Bible exposition commentary versebyverse commentary. This website aims to help encourage deeper understanding of scripture. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme. If the words of demetrius are to be believed, she was worshipped by all asia and the world acts 19. Some think that this epistle to the ephesians was a circular letter sent to several churches, and that the copy directed to the ephesians happened to be taken into the canon, and so it came to bear that particular inscription. Read ephesians commentary using john gills exposition of the bible. As a result, pauls travel companions, gaius and aristarchus of macedonia, were dragged into the theater. Ephesians verse by verse teaching in the book of ephesians. After choosing a bible book, select a verse you desire. 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. Very simply this site aims to prove that the best way to do that is verse by verse. Each volume covers a portion of the book of ephesians, from an overview of gods ultimate purpose to an exploration of the christian soldier.
Biblical scholar harold hoehner, surveying 279 commentaries written between 1519 and. Martyn lloydjones 18991981 was a welsh evangelical minister who preached and taught in the reformed tradition. 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. To gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. Ephesians, more than any other book, presents the purpose and plan of god for the church. Exposition of ephesians chapter 1 devotional reading. The letter is a reminder to the churches in asia to live out their faith in the light of the redemption unveiled by god. The epistle to the ephesians is the most mystical of pauls epistles.
Heavenly places, handpicked, redemption, down payment, and its already yours. 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. It is a section of scripture that has lastingly influenced many believers throughout church history. 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. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries.
Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians and more. For he is our peace the author of peace between jew and gentile. However, they have never before been published as a work. 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.
The name, in ephesus, in the first verse, upon which word singly depends the proof that the epistle was written to the ephesians, is not read in all the manuscripts now extant. Bruce explains the text of ephesians in the simple and clear style that characterizes his work. 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. Preface to the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians. Many of these expositions were published at the end of his weekly sermons in the sword and the trowel. Blue letter bible is a free, searchable online bible program providing access to many different bible translations including. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. Les painter bible text by cynthia green this commentary has been through advanced checking.
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