Second, he focuses on thanksgiving and prayer for his readers ephesians 1. 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. 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. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. Ephesians 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. 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. Audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version high quality duration. David guzik commentary on ephesians 1 talks about the work of the triune god.
This epistle was written by paul, the apostle, as stated in 1. Ephesians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry st. 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. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of ephesians. This exposition consisted of readings from 1 corinthians. Christians are born again by the will of the father, and are in his spiritual household john 3.
To the praise of the glory of his grace, which he freely bestowed on us in the beloved. Grace and peace to you from god our father and the lord jesus christ. Commentary for ephesians 1 this epistle was written when st. In ancient greek the language paul originally wrote in, ephesians 1. Ephesians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry. Ephesians 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Introduction to ephesians bible exposition commentary. 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. As an opera has an overture, setting the tone for all the melodies that will follow, so ephesians 1.
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 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. 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. 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. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. The initial triple phrase recurs as in a refrain in ephesians 1. The design appears to be to strengthen the ephesians in the faith of christ, and to give exalted views of the love of god, and of the dignity and excellence of christ, fortifying their minds against the scandal of the cross. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the same as in others, ver. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people.
Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app. It would appear that paul built up this type of phrase to extol and praise god as the giver of all blessings. 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. Lord, you have given to us a rightmodel for obedient biblicalchristian living. Practical insights for everyday christian living provides a comprehensive biblical commentary from renowned bible teacher joyce meyer. The apostles thanksgivings and praises to god for his inestimable blessings bestowed on the believing ephesians v. In the first chapter of ephesians, the apostle paul reminded the church of the. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the. He is the means by which god gives eternal life to those who obey him ephesians 1. His earnest prayers to god in their behalf, ephesians 1. 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. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk.
Paul wrote this letter while enduring his first roman imprisonment in house arrest. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will. I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. Lord, your word affirms itself, clarifying important concepts, reminding us of the reality of and reason for your gospel. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. Prayer introduction one of my favorite books of the bible is the book of ephesians. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one.
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. Ephesians chapter 1 verse by verse bible commentary. The book of ephesians is a beautiful revelation of the church and the spiritual blessings we have in christ jesus. 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. A brief explanation of each chapter in the book of ephesians. The apostles thanksgivings and praises to god for his inestimable blessings bestowed on the believing ephesians, ver.
He does want the blessings and favor of god to fall upon these people. Verse 1 christ has chosen us to sit with him in the heavenly places 2. Ephesians chapter 1 matthew henry complete commentary. The book of ephesians is about the church the eternal purpose of god in christ. Feel free to use, copy and modify these free bible study questions as needed. 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. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Paul explains the mystery of the church and gives practical insight into living as believers.
Ephesians 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. A free bible version and commentary on the letter to the ephesians in easyenglish. Ephesians 1 commentary ironsides notes on selected books. Ephesians and colossians were probably composed at the same time in rome. 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.
Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the lord. 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. Ephesians 1 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the bible. Nay, the whole of gods truth is to be declared, and whatsoever we find in this book, that are. The contents are much akin to those of colossians, but also differ greatly from them. John gills exposition of the bible he preached in the same church as c. Ephesians with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
They must be like his feet to take his gospel to all the people in the world. Ephesians 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. First, paul describes the spiritual blessings which believers have in christ ephesians 1. Jun 16, 2011 audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version high quality duration.
The reason is that the book of ephesians lets us see how important we are to god. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the same as in others, ephesians 1. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. Just as grace was the key word in galatians, it is prominent in all of pauls letters. 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. What was hidden throughout the ages was revealed to us when christ came. Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. God predestined us unto sonship through jesus christ. Ephesians 1, new american standard bible nasb the bible app. Ephesians chapters wonderfully expound the gospel while ephesians chapters 46 provide a clear picture of how those doctrines change our lives.
Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of. A salutation, and an account of saving blessings, as prepared in gods eternal election, as purchased by christs blood. True peace, just like true grace, comes from the father and the lord jesus christ. 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 commentary john gills exposition of the bible. Paul began here in the manner of all writers of his time with a salutation ephesians 1. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the same as in others v. The second chapter is about who we are as a result and how we come together.
The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the. Ephesians 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The father is the source of blessing here, the son in ephesians 1. The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Ephesians and colossians have a number of parallels.
The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. Yet most people today have never heard of john gill. Ephesians free bible study commentary in simple english. 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 small group series lesson 1 introduction to. In this chapter, we see what paul, writing under the inspiration of the holy. Ephesians 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely. The apostles thanksgivings and praises to god for his inestimable blessings bestowed on the believing ephesians, ephesians 1. Two significant prayers of paul are found in this book eph 1. Read the book of ephesians from the bible with full chapters, highlighted popular verses, and helpful bible commentary for studying scripture. Each chapter includes the scripture reference being taught along with commentary emphasizing the. In the first chapter you have the doctrines of the gospel. Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians 1 and more. The riches of gods grace towards men, shown from their deplorable state by nature, and the happy change divine grace makes in them.
Click the verse number to read commentary, definitions, meanings, and notes for that particular ephesians 1 verse. Chapter 1 includes a brief introduction ephesians 1. Ephesians chapter 1 matthew henry complete commentary on. There is not one exhortation in the first three chapters. Ephesians 1 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of. The first chapter was about who god is and what he has done on our behalf.
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