Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks. Having explained gods great goals for the church, paul proceeds to show the steps toward their fulfillment. The holy bible epistle to the ephesians kjv bible study. Study guide, the joy of meeting jesus in all the scriptures the book of ephesians is the most thorough and wideranging account of what it means to be the church, in the new testament. These epistles present a composite picture of christ, the church, the christian life. Teacher, to begin the study, find the best reader available.
All gods word for you bible studies are written from a reformed, conservative, evangelical perspective that upholds the historic fundamentals of the christian faith. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. Pauls most eloquent teaching on gods plan of salvation and life in the body of christ. It examines the truths about a believers new identity of christ. Additional additional background information from the new bible dictionary, second edition, tyndale house publishers, wheaton, il, pages 336. 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. Unlike several of the other letters paul wrote, ephesians does not address any particular error or. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. Ephesians intro to ephesians biblica the international bible. Thanks to the understanding gained from this study, ephesians in my study bible is almost all hi lighted.
In his letter to the ephesians, paul prays god will open the eyes of their hearts to. Gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, theology, practice, and more. 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. To effectively use the sword of the spirit, we cant regard the bible as a book of magic charms or tie one around our neck the way that garlic is said to drive away vampires. This 63part expository study of ephesians was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship in 20078. If the words of demetrius are to be believed, she was worshipped by all asia and the world acts 19. Faith foundations study guides bible studies the gospel. These small group studies of ephesians contain outlines, crossreferences, bible study discussion questions, and applications. 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. Introduction from the niv study bible go to ephesians.
We know youll gain a lot of wisdom through your discussion. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. Making time in a busy schedule to focus on god through his word is a vital part of the christian life. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them.
In this ephesians bible study we learn that paul tells of the great privilege of the ephesians. Lets study ephesians is part of a series of commentaries written to encourage ordinary christians to read, understand, and apply gods word. Decide how many meetings any of our bible study basics can be covered as quickly or as slowly as youd like. 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.
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. Ive learned how better to serve the church, and how to be a better employee and leader. This simple plan will take you through the book of ephesians and would be great for individual or group study. 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. For a small book, ephesians really makes a huge impact. You can browse the niv bible verses by using the chapters listed below, or use our free bible search feature at the top of this page.
Pauls letter to the ephesians will take us down into the heart of our lives together in the local church. We need to see our position in christ, seated with him in heavenly places, before. In this bible study participants will be encouraged to apply gods word to your life. A verse by verse inductive and exegetical bible study series into the book of ephesians. Paul was one of a long list of godly men and women, beginning with. A great textual study for those who want to go deep into gods word. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. Ephesians lessons for youth every child ministries. Includes the complete text of the new english translation of the ephesian letter, with questions for each section of the book.
Read the short background information for ephesians below. Gospel glimpses, whole bible connections, theology, practice, and more. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of ephesians. Overview and outline of ephesians bible study deeper. 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. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Study guide for ephesians 6 by david guzik blue letter bible. The niv bible was first published in 1973, with revisions published in 1978 and 1983. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one. It was the capital of proconsular asia, being about a mile from the sea coast, and was the great religious, commercial and political center of asia.
Although ephesians is one of the new testaments shortest books in terms of word count, it is perhaps the most applicable to todays culture. Covering topics such as living in gods will and receiving peace no matter the circumstances, the book of ephesians reveals the magnitude of every christians inheritance. 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 beginning in the beginning god created the heavens and the earth. It was noteworthy because of two notable structures there. 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 epistle to the ephesians chapter four objectives in studying the chapter 1 to see the importance of walking in unity and purity 2 to appreciate the gifts christ has given the church for our edification, and the need for each one to do their share summary beginning with this chapter and proceeding through the rest of the epistle, paul.
Designed to be used by individuals, in family devotions, or by groups, each volume features an exposition of the text of scripture and contains a study guide. And man is sanctified and will be at the second coming of christ receiving an irreproachable and incorruptible body 1 thess. If the people of your city, of your school, of your family are going to hear the gospel, its going to be from your mouth. By accepting gods grace offer, and believing in the lord jesus christ has died for your sins and he has risen from the dead, therefore man is cleansed by his shed blood at the cross.
To really jump ahead in your study of ephesians, complete our how to study a book of the bible. Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the spirit of god was hovering over the waters. And god said, let there be light, and there was light. Daily bible reading disciple for life smallgroup bible studies include a daily reading plan for each week. Ephesians bible study the christian church in the world. Understanding the book of ephesians and bible study guide. The ensuing nearriot led paul to leave the city, but only after the apostle had done much to stabilize and grow the christian community there. From beginning to end ephesians sets before us the wonder of gods grace, the privilege of. It is clear from the bible account that these mens lives were in danger.
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. Paul wrote this letter we know as the book of ephesians to settle or establish the ephesians in the truth, and to acquaint them with the mystery of the gospel. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people. First, god has reconciled individuals to himself as an act of grace 2. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. In live abundantly, bible teachers lenya heitzig and penny pierce rose challenge you to dig deep into the book of ephesians to find the spiritual treasure god has for you. Just starting the study but i love how it makes you dig in and learn gods plan for his future bride the church. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. 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.
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. We will conclude our introductory study to the book of ephesians by. 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. The deeper christian bible study series on ephesians is an indepth versebyverse study of pauls letter to the ephesians.
All gods word for you bible studies are written from a reformed, conservative. Also focusing on unity holiness, sub mission, and steadfastness. Covering topics such as living in gods will and receiving peace no matter the circumstances, the book of ephesians reveals the magnitude of every christians inheritance, a gift exceedingly abundantly above what. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. 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. God saw that the light was good, and he separated the light from the darkness. To effectively use the sword, we must regard it as the word of god which is the word of god. It is designed to help you discover, through personal study and group discussion, the incredible riches of gods word, and to help you grow in your walk with god by applying what you learn. It includes historical insights, word definitions, discussion questions, assignments, and leaders guide. Gods grace, our position in christ, christ as the mediator 314. Paul writes about the need for growth and maturity of all christians, forever putting away their former conduct. Feel free to make copies of this for your personal use. Second, god has reconciled these saved individuals to each other, christ having broken down the barriers through his own death 2. Chuck smith study guide for ephesians blue letter bible.
Two books of the bible which the critic says cannot be understood are ephesians. As a result, pauls travel companions, gaius and aristarchus of macedonia, were dragged into the theater. Ephesians devotional reading plan youversion bible. This versebyverse study of ephesians, looks at a fuller need for christ. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. Genesis 1 niv the beginning in the beginning god bible. Study guide for ephesians by chuck smith blue letter bible. Study guide, the joy of meeting jesus in all the scriptures the book of ephesians is the most thorough and wideranging account of what it means to be the church, in the new. In ephesians, paul shows how the good news should create. The prison epistles of the apostle paul, by gene taylor. Keep a notebook handy with pencil to jot down questions, ideas and applications as you study ephesians.
Bible study questions on ephesians and philippians introduction. From the beginnings of the lords dealings with israel, gentiles came to the god. Faith foundations study guides bible studies the gospel of. 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 epistle to the ephesians, additionally called the letter to the ephesians and frequently abbreviated to ephesians, is the tenth book of the new testament. Ephesians with book summary interlinear study bible. 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.