Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind. Verse by verse bible study on through the book of ephesians, covering chapter 2 and verses one to ten by robert breaker. If we are going to properly understand the book of ephesians, we need to understand its immediate context. Ephesians plagiarism acknowledged best commentaries. In looking at the great, majestic themes of ephesians, it is important remember that paul wrote this letter from prison. The working preacher team believes that god uses good biblical preaching to change lives. Introduction chapter one chapter two chapter three chapter four chapter five chapter six. The character of the ephesians previously to their conversion to christianity.
Before we look at each of those particulars outlined above, our first lesson below will take a general look at the chapter to give us some background for our study. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. It is the body of christ in the world to walk as he would walk and to wrestle against the wiles of the devil. The second chapter is about who we are as a result and how we come together as gods holy people. The book of ephesians chapter two workbook eeonline bible this bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter two of the book of ephesians. As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient. Ephesians christ and the church click chart to enlarge charts from jensens survey of the nt used by permission.
This book is part of a 9volume set that includes seven volumes of the sda bible commentary, the sda bible dictionary and a special supplement to the commentary, volume 7a which contains pertinent ellen g. 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. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of the bible. Obrien does an excellent job of drawing from other scholars who previously written or commented on the book. 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. He wasnt talking specifically or only about bible study, but he was talking about the discovery of information. An introduction to a verse by verse commentary on the book of ephesians by allan turner. Ephesians 2 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. No christian can brag about their goodness, since we are saved entirely by the grace of god, not by our own good deeds. Paul the apostle writes to encourage believers to live wellweve been lifted from the graveyard of sin and called to shout the gospel into the darkened world. In this chapters first ten verses, paul is showing that the children of goduswho were once objects of gods wrath, are by his grace legally and spiritually freed from the clutches of satans dominion.
The book of ephesians is a survival manualit equips believers to thrive in a world that hates the message of 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. Ephesians reveals the church as gods masterpiece, a mystery not revealed in the old testament see eph. The riches of gods grace towards men, shown from their deplorable state by nature, and the happy change divine grace makes in them. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. The lord arranged it that we are part of a documentary on biblical parenting. By what virtue they were changed, and for what purpose, 47. Since works are required, understanding this aspect of the works issue comes down to comprehending when they are required and the reasons god requires them. The apostle enters into the particulars of their former miserable state, 11,12. Ephesians 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise.
The book of ephesians was written by the apostle paul to the church in ephesus around 6064 a. 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. Shadows before the light which arises in ephesians 2. The book of ephesians chapter two workbook eeonline biblestudy.
Verses 2, 3 wherein ye once walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the powers of the air, of the spirit that now worketh in the sons of disobedience. Ephesians 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. It is the body of christ in the world to walk as he would. Ephesians free bible study commentary in simple english. 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. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. Study the bible on the go with andrews free online bible commentary. Commentary on 16 new testament books, from matthew to 2 timothy. And you he made alive, who were dead in trespasses and sins. Of the great and mighty privileges that both converted jews and gentiles receive from christ.
Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which god has prepared for those who love him. Verses 410 matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. The fault of our nature assumes a thousand forms, but no one is free from it. Ephesians small group series lesson 1 introduction to. Ephesians 2 falls into three strongly connected parts. The kjv bible commentary has an excellent summary of good works christ in us still goes about doing good acts 10. Ephesians 2 commentary john gills exposition on the.
In the first three verses of this chapter he shows us our moral and spiritual bankruptcy. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. Verse by verse bible study on through the book of ephesians, covering chapter 1 and verses one to thirteen by robert breaker. Of the glorious change that was wrought in them by converting grace and again. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. I have six faithful serving men, who taught me all i know. Five priceless things a study in ephesians chapter two.
In the new testament it is only used of gods activity. Everything in these three chapters spells out what is. Commentary on galatians and ephesians by john calvin. That can be a formidable task when writing a commentary on ephesians, but carson selected one of the best in peter t. Along with a multitude of other verses, ephesians 2.
The first chapter was about who god is and what he has done on our behalf. Of the miserable condition of these ephesians by nature and again v. Paul spent a great amount of time there and this letter. He then states that this was not by human power, but was the work of divine power, and that they were the workmanship of god, ephesians 2. I look back to the ancient moralists, to plato, and to seneca, and to marcus antoninus, and i find that they are my brethren in calamity. Lord, you rescued us from the eternal spiritual junkyard to which we were condenmed by our first ancestors, adam and eve. Since those two verses are so often quoted, many miss out on verse 10 when seeking to understand gods salvation by grace through faith. David guzik commentary on ephesians 2, where paul explains the need for personal. Ephesians 2 bible commentary wesleys explanatory notes.
Included in this publication are the portions of text written by ellen white. While this book begins, paul, an apostle of christ jesus through the will of god, to the saints who are at ephesus, and the faithful in christ jesus 1. Working with that tool, consider what can be discovered in ephesians 2. A verse by verse inductive and exegetical bible study series into the book of ephesians. And you he made alive, who were dead in trespasses and sins, a.
We will not be extensive here, but reading and meditation on acts 1920 and revelation 2. It is more wonderful than any temple made with hands, constructed of living stones, indwelt by the holy spirit. Its often overlooked, but it shows up both at the beginning and at the end of this pericope vss. Mar 22, 2009 working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. The design of the apostle in this chapter, is to magnify the riches of divine grace, in the effectual calling and salvation of sinners, by christ jesus.
Ephesians 2 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. In looking at the great, majestic themes of ephesians, it is important to remember that paul wrote this letter from prison. Ephesians chapter 2 coffmans commentary of the new. Here the spiritual creation, not the physical, is referred to eph 2. Ephesians resources commentaries, sermons, illustrations, devotionals see disclaimer. Ephesians 2 commentary james burton coffman commentaries.
I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Ephesians chapter 2 online bible study tools and resources. Ephesians 2 1 and you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins. If you have the habit of asking a book questions as you read, you are a better reader than if you do not.
Ephesians 2 new international version niv made alive in christ. The words he made alive are in italics, which indicates that they are added to the text but implied from the context. Lesson 2 ephesians 2 members of gods household read ephesians 2. Apr 08, 2018 a chapter by chapter and verse by verse study of ephesians taught by pastor paul leboutillier of calvary chapel ontario, oregon. This is a great way to read andrews notes on a mobile device or computer. Ephesians reveals the church as gods masterpiece poema see ephesians 2. It is the prechristian sphere of life, and then follows. Ephesus was a big, prosperous harbor city in asia minor. It is more wonderful than any temple made with hands, because it is constructed of living stones and indwelt by the holy spirit 2. Paul had called these christians to walk worthily of the calling with which you were called 4. Jun 16, 2011 the book of isaiah kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 23 duration. While this book begins, paul, an apostle of christ jesus through the will of.
An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the niv study bible and the nkjv macarthur study bible is just a step away. Mar 15, 2015 the phrase from the lutheran liturgy highlights something important for understanding the good works for which weve been saved. For verifies the assertion of mans good works having no part in obtaining salvation. However, there are some that suggest that what these two verses teach is justification for a theological system of interpretation that has historically and practically lead to tragic consequences. Paul wrote this letter while enduring his first roman imprisonment in house arrest. The book of ephesians is almost certainly one of four epistles that. This letter, in many ways, is the crowning glory of the new testament. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of ephesians. Working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. A verse by verse examination of gods eternal purpose in and through jesus christ. We have enlisted hundreds of friends biblical scholars, theologians, homileticians and pastors dedicated to the craft of biblical preaching to provide you timely, compelling and trustworthy content. Eph 2 niv made alive in christ as for you, you bible. Paul ended the last chapter by considering that the ultimate example of gods power was.
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