Introduction on the book of ephesians niv audio bible

Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. Some have taken the absence of the usual personal greetings and the verbal similarity of many parts to colossians, among other reasons, as grounds for doubting authorship by the apostle paul. It is a resource that draws upon numerous other resources for its content see. I keep asking that the god of our lord jesus christ, the glorious father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. Introduction to ephesians by matthew henry blue letter bible. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. Listen free to the complete new international version niv audio bible, narrated by acclaimed actor max mclean. The very resemblance of the epistle to the ephesians, to that to the colossians, is against the theory. Verse by verse through the book of ephesians 2008 click on audio, video or notes to open up the file for each message. 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. Doctrinal ephesians chapter 1 gods purpose in christ from before the foundation of the world ephesians 1. 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.

I will be giving you some preliminary information here. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry. Introduction to the book of ephesians learn the bible. Although the book bears the name ephesians, some scholars believe that this letter could be the missing letter to the laodiceans mentioned in col. The oldest manuscripts have to the ephesians written in the margin. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app. The epistle to the ephesians, also called the letter to the ephesians and often shortened to ephesians, is the tenth book of the new testament. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. Paul gives thanks and prays for the ephesians ephesians 1. Listen to chuck swindolls overview of ephesians in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork.

Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry st. These little bits could be found just about anywhere when you start a bible. For a brief time at the end of his second missionary journey, and then for more than two years on his third missionary journey, paul ministered to the church at ephesus acts 18. How did sprinkling an unclean person with the ashes of an heifer provide sanctifying and purifying of the flesh. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. Ephesians is my favorite book in the bible, and this commentary has helped to solidify it in my mind. Introduction united states conference of catholic bishops. All three letters were sent with tychicus and onesimus. On the hunt professor john dominic crossan talks about his book in search of paul on fresh air. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. The goal is to explain the true meaning of the bible and make its message plain. Prayer for ephesians strength, praise to god ephesians 3. Early in the history of grace church, the history of john macarthur at. The niv study bible biblica the international bible society.

Iiim seminary study bible introductions and overviews of the books of the bible is a part of the iiim seminary study bible. Second, god has reconciled these saved individuals to each other, christ having broken down the barriers through his own death 2. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. It reads like an academic or devotional book and i highly recommend it. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. This new and unique series shows readers how to bring an ancient message into a modern context. Pure voice and ephesians audio niv new releases on your iphone. Ephesians emphasizes the gospels twin pillars of change and choice. We will conclude our introductory study to the book of ephesians by glancing briefly at the extent of the victory wrought by god through paul in asia. It explores how conversion change is a gift of god, which demands choices between disunity and unity, good and bad family life, good and bad social structures. Video video download options bible book introduction videos share. In the fourth book of his stromata, quoting ephesians 5. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme.

This would reinforce the theory that it is meant to be read and distributed to all the churches. The landscape of the book of colossians scholars believe colossians was penned in a prison in rome, to the church at colossae, in the lycus river valley, now modern turkey. It deals, however, not so much with a congregation in the city of ephesus in asia minor as with the worldwide church, the head of which is christ, the purpose of which is to be the instrument for making gods plan of salvation known throughout the universe eph 3. When the books of the bible were first written, most recipients experienced them with. Audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version.

Introductions and overviews of the books of the bible. In the next century we find origen, in his tract on prayer, expressly referring to a statement found in the epistle to the ephesians. Recent questions how can we avoid the wages of sin and escape the spiritual death romans 6. Its authorship has traditionally been attributed to paul the apostle but starting in 1792, this has been challenged as deuteropauline, that is, written in pauls name by a later author strongly influenced by pauls thought, probably by a loyal. Return to index introduction the revelation of your words sheds light, giving understanding to the simple. Writing, as he does in this epistle, on the constitution and prospects of christs universal church, he refers the ephesians, as to personal matters, to the bearer of the epistle, tychicus ephesians 6. C categorical doctrine comparing scripture with scripture e. It deals, however, not so much with a congregation in the city of ephesus in asia minor as with the worldwide. The below chart will help underline and point out these similarities. Ephesians is the great pauline letter about the church. Audiobible niv dramatized new international version high quality. The word of god, the bible, is the only offensive weapon the believer has. When the books of the bible were first written, most recipients experienced them with their ears. 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 the canon, and so it came to bear that particular inscription.

Abbott, a critical and exegetical commentary on the epistles to the ephesians and to the colossians, icc, pp. We will be looking at the book of ephesians over the next 8 weeks. Background and setting it is likely that the gospel was first brought to ephesus by priscilla and aquila, an exceptionally gifted couple see acts 18. Old testament books of the bible index new testament books of the bible. The conquest reached far beyond the city limits of ephesus. Genesis 67 197982 audio chuck smith the baptism of the holy spirit, pt. For thousands of years god has communicated to millions of simple people through his word. Some have taken the absence of the usual personal greetings and the verbal similarity of many parts to colossians, among other reasons, as grounds. Author and date for a discussion of the city from which paul wrote. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design. In the book of ephesians, the apostle paul highlights christian unity and the need to go on walking in love and to stand firm against the crafty acts of the devil. Video series bible book introduction videos english bible book introduction. 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 the canon, and so it came to bear that. The apostle paul wrote this letter to the churches in ephesus and the surrounding region c.

Buso1qwbhf2kursgtipdiot the book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter. The man reads the bible wed probably listen to johnny cash read the phone book, but its way more fun to hear him read the bible instead. Ephesians 1 niv paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. Ephesians 1 the passion translation tpt pauls introduction. Specific instructions for christian living ephesians 4. Robert mclaughlin bible ministries introduction to the book of ephesians. First, all they which dwelt in asia heard the word of the lord jesus, both jews and greeks gentiles acts 19. This digital download of the niv audio bible, dramatized brings this book of the bible to life with this truetotext dramatization of the old and new testament. First, god has reconciled individuals to himself as an act of grace 2. 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. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible. Epistle to the ephesians niv audio bible non dramatized. All confess the authority of the bible as gods infallible word to humanity.

The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. The niv text may be quoted in any form written, visual, electronic or audio, up to and inclusive of five hundred 500 verses without the express written permission of the publisher, providing the verses quoted do not amount to a complete. This morning we come for our bible study to a book that is indeed a treasure of mine and of every believer, the book of ephesians. Biblica provides gods word to people through translation, publishing and bible engagement in africa, asia pacific, europe, latin america, middle east, and north america. Book of ephesians esv listen audio bible online bible study tools. The place that change and choice ever and again come together is in our liturgy and worship. Ephesians verse by verse teaching in the book of ephesians.

Use fewer words in your search, especially if youre unsure of the exact phrase. Ephesians 1 tpt pauls introduction dear friends, bible. In the new new testament volumes, the commentary on each section of the text is structured under three headings. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible.

The holy bible book 43 john kjv dramatized audio duration. Ephesians niv paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the. To gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. An exposition, with practical observations, of the epistle of st. The niv and new international version are trademarks registered in the united states patent and trademark office by biblica, inc.

Mar 24, 2015 the book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. It can be used offensively when needed and is a good reason for believers to hide gods word scripture in their heart or memorize it. They have sought to clarify understanding of, develop appreciation for, and provide insight into that word. Wednesday, may 19, 2010 i isagogics the historical background. Ephesians 1 new international version niv 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. 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. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. The information they offer is valuable but the job is only half done. Summary of the book of ephesians story of the bible. On the hunt professor john dominic crossan talks about his book. Introduction to the book of ephesians robert mclaughlin. Ephesians 1 new international version niv dramatized audio bible.

Some think that this epistle to the ephesians was a circular letter sent to several churches, and that the copy directed to the ephesians. Epistle to the ephesians niv audio bible non dramatized youtube. And they have been induced the rather to think this because it is the only one of all pauls epistles that has nothing. I greet you with the grace and peace poured into our lives by god our father and our master, jesus christ. The niv application commentary series helps us with both halves of the interpretive task. To the saints in ephesus, a the faithful in christ jesus. Like the niv itself, the niv study bible is the work of a transdenominational team of biblical scholars more about the niv bible.

During this time he also wrote colossians and philemon. An introduction and commentary 9780830842988 by darrell l. This would further seem to suggest, as i have believed, that not only did paul write the book of colossians, but that he wrote colossians before writing the book of ephesians. Many also which used curious arts brought their books and burned them acts 19. For example, baptizing name father and baptizing them in the name of the father will both return matthew 28. In ephesians, paul shows how the good news should create.