This is a 7week study, however, you may wish to begin with an introductory class. Learn what the bible teaches in the book of ephesians. First, god has reconciled individuals to himself as an act of grace 2. Niv, cultural backgrounds study bible, red letter edition. Below are some preliminary questions to assist in the study of this passage. Pauls most eloquent teaching on gods plan of salvation and life in the body of christ. He is more powerful than any other rule authority, power and dominion. A free bible version and commentary on the letter to the ephesians in easyenglish. As i worked my way through this final chapter in ephesians, the one thought that kept coming to mind is the expression. 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 help you build your life around jesus christ. This book is divided into 12 lessons, each of which contains the full niv text of the scripture passage, several study and discussion questions, and a versebyverse commentary. Ephesians bible study the christian church in the world. Read and study ephesians 6 with the versebyverse bible commentary.
This deep, spiritual letter discusses our position in christ, the body of christ, salvation by grace through faith, our. Gods word for you is a free bible study site committed to bringing you teaching and. The deeper christian bible study series on ephesians is an indepth versebyverse study of pauls letter to the ephesians. Oftentimes we tend to take verses or even passages out of their. Collectively, they are all members of spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Becoming immersed in the epistle the epistle to the ephesians. Ben reed adapted tony meridas study of the book of ephesians for small groups. Ephesians 6, new american bible, revised edition nabre. Paul writes about the ideal and godly relationship between husband and wife. Children, obey your parents in the lord, for this is right. Read the short background information for ephesians below. Revelation knowledge which goes deeper than the surface level facts of scripture comes as a result of prayer, which is one reason the apostle prayed for the ephesians. Questions for ephesians chapter 1 flashcards quizlet.
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. Verse 6 all this makes us praise him for his wonderful grace. For a comprehensive study of the passage, download the study guide pdf download. Put on the full armor of god, so that you can take your stand against the devils schemes. We need to see our position in christ, seated with him in heavenly places, before. Several years ago, i remember reading a story in tony dungys book. Through jesus, god has provided everything we need to stand against the devils plans. Ephesians 6, new international version niv the bible app. Faith foundations study guides bible studies the gospel. 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.
To really jump ahead in your study of ephesians, complete our how to study a book of the bible. His main purpose is to do whatever he can to prevent us from making it into the kingdom of god. These small group studies of ephesians contain outlines, crossreferences, bible study discussion questions, and applications. The study bible for women 1517 submission means to leverage my power, my assets for your benefits because christ leveraged his power and his assets for us. These studies will guide you through this lifechanging book of the. This is the most oftquoted passage from the book of ephesians and one. We would probably turn first to the third chapter of the book of genesis to. The mandate for christian unity a study of ephesians 4. Ephesians intro pages bible study and ministry resources.
For some time now we have been studying the great passage at the close of pauls letter to the ephesians. Having explained gods great goals for the church, paul proceeds to show the steps toward their fulfillment. Ephesians 6 niv children, obey your parents in the bible gateway. At the time paul is writing to the ephesians, the practice of.
Finally, be strong in the lord and in his mighty power. World wide study bible ephesians 6 christian classics. Finally, be strong in the lord and in the strength of his might. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Highly recommend to get a much better understanding of. The traditional idea, that god deals in one manner. Outline of ephesians chapters 1 3 our position in christ what we are before god 1. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, to the saints which are at ephesus, and to the faithful in christ jesus. Dig into the word and become a bible expert with amazing facts line of study bibles and.
They must be like his feet to take his gospel to all the people in the world. This feeling of unworthiness, comes from the devil. As you start this study, ask the holy spirit to help you understand what god has said through paul. 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 guide for ephesians 6 by david guzik blue letter bible. If ephesians is addressed to several christian communities see. 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. Ephesians chapter 6 receive bible study notes by email. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. At the end of the day it is completely irrelevant if the particular opponent we face is a principality, a power, or a ruler of the darkness of this age. Study guide for ephesians by chuck smith blue letter bible. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities. The epistle to the ephesians chapter three objectives in studying the chapter 1 to understand the mystery so long hidden that is now revealed, and the role of the church 2.
A great textual study for those who want to go deep into gods word. The book of ephesians page 3 what we possess in christ our possessions the believers blessed life ephesians 1 key verse. In this chapter of our ephesians bible study we learn that christians are chosen by the father vs 3 6. Read this section several times, before beginning the study guide. Visit our library of inductive bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the bible you can use in your small group. This set has 50 questions taken from ephesians chapter. 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. 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.
That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live. David guzik commentary on ephesians 6 explains how the believer is. The gospel introduced a fresh element into parental responsibility by insisting that the. This is well done enough book to use for a seminary class, but practical enough and engaging enough to use for a bible study. Overview and outline of ephesians bible study deeper.
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