Commentary on galatians and ephesians by john calvin. There is not one exhortation in the first three chapters. Of the miserable condition of these ephesians by nature v. Its helpful to see the argument in terms of concentric circles. 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. Paul illustrates the church as a complete body of which jesus, though in heaven, is the head, and the elect here on earth comprise the rest of it. Ephesians 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Paul wrote this letter while enduring his first roman imprisonment in house arrest. Les painter bible text by cynthia green this commentary has been through advanced checking. The western text indicates that paul had the use of the building from 11 a. Included in this publication are the portions of text written by ellen white. 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. A salutation, and an account of saving blessings, as prepared in gods eternal election, as purchased by christs blood. Of the great and mighty privileges that both converted jews and gentiles receive from christ v.
I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will. Find biblical, helpful christian resources relating to marriage at. The riches of gods grace towards men, shown from their deplorable state by nature, and the happy change divine grace makes in them. This includes the church, the bride of christ, a theme paul will develop in detail in chapter 5. The first division focuses on what we were in the past. David guzik commentary on ephesians 2, where paul explains the need for. Bible teaching online in audio, video, notes from the pauls epistle to the ephesians by galyn wiemers of generation word. Two significant prayers of paul are found in this book eph 1. 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. Introduction to ephesians bible exposition commentary. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3.
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. Public activity ceased in the cities of ionia for several hours at. 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. Ephesians resources commentaries, sermons, illustrations, devotionals see disclaimer. Paul didnt want these christians to worry which is why he wanted them to know how he was doing. Rhetorically, ephesians 2 lays very important groundwork for the rest of the letter. The psalm is a prophecy, not only of christs exaltation to universal dominion in the human nature, 1 corinthians 15.
Ephesians 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The first christians were jews, and the church required male gentile converts to submit to circumcision. Of the glorious change that was wrought in them by converting grace v. Ephesians with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. To the saints in ephesus, a the faithful in christ jesus. Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians 2 and more. The apostle enters into the particulars of their former miserable state, 11,12. Bruce, in his commentary on the book of acts, provides us with some interesting information on the school of tyrannus. Working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. The contents are much akin to those of colossians, but also differ greatly from them.
Ephesians 2 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which god. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of ephesians. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey.
Ephesians christ and the church click chart to enlarge charts from jensens survey of the nt used by permission. 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. They should avoid all uncleanness, impurity, covetousness, and foolish jesting, and idolatry, because these things exclude from the kingdom of god, 37. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on pauls letter to the ephesians. 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 among all the churches in asia minor and was simply. The ephesians were once in darkness, but being now light in the lord, they are exhorted to walk in that light, and bring forth the. He was not well physically, plus he was under arrest, but he seems to be more concerned about the ephesians concern for him then he is concerned about his own trouble. Ephesians 2 new international version niv made alive in christ. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. In this lab, pastor john unveils the mystery of marriage, reminding us that it whispers of christs unrelenting love for his bride. Ephesians verse by verse teaching in the book of ephesians. Tyrannus no doubt held his classes in the early morning. Christians should imitate their heavenly father, and walk in love, after the example of christ, 1,2. Paul once again highlights the reality of christian unity.
Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. Verses 14 22 we have now come to the last part of the chapter, which contains an. Ephesians and colossians have a number of parallels. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one. 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. 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. Now viewing scripture range from the book of ephesians chapter 2. This verse seems primarily intended simply to emphasise the truth already enunciated in ephesians 2.
Ephesians 4 bible commentary matthew henry concise. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Most of us realize that the unity of the church of god courses through the book of ephesians as a general theme. The character of the ephesians previously to their conversion to christianity. The working preacher team believes that god uses good biblical preaching to change lives. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. The book of ephesians gives practical, encouraging advice on living a life that honors god, which is why its still relevant in a conflictridden world. By what virtue they were changed, and for what purpose, 47. Paul ended the last chapter by considering that the ultimate example of gods.