An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. This verse proves beyond dispute that god had the church in mind before the foundation of the world. Tyrannus no doubt held his classes in the early morning. This commentary will join hoehner and obrien as the first references on ephesians to which i turn. 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. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. The others were philippians, colossians, and philemon. The knowledge of salvation comes by hearing about jesus christ romans 10. Content that includes the search words in close proximity to each other are ranked above those that do not. Ephesians also contains two of the most memorable passages in the new testament. Richison value of ephesians ephesians, more than any other book, presents the purpose and plan of god for the church this book sets forth one of the clearest presentations on the relation between positional truth and experiencing positional truth in ones life. Yet the pauline authorship of ephesians has been greatly disputed in recent years.
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. Paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. The book of ephesians hits on a wide range of moral and ethical behaviors, designed to ensure believers are living up to our heavenly calling. Moo, wheaton college ephesians has been described as both the crown of pauls letters and a waterloo for commentators. The book of ephesians was written by the apostle paul to the church in ephesus around 6064 a. Ephesians overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. You can find the best commentary on ephesians for you using the tools on. Rank is a value from 0 to indicating how closely a match scored or ranked against the original search string. Ephesians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry. Bible commentaries adam clarke commentary ephesians. Bruces commentary is a wellthoughtout addition to the series of the new international commentary on the new testament. The total number of occurrences of the original search wordsphrases in a portion of a book. Praise for spiritual blessings in christ praise be to the god and father of our lord jesus christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in christ. Twice in this epistle paul referred to himself by name as the author of the book eph.
This letter, in many ways, is the crowning glory of the new testament. Some have taken the absence of the usual personal greetings. Nov 18, 2012 this is the holy book of ephesians, known as the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians. Found this commentary used on amazon to add to my theological library. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on pauls letter to the ephesians. Richison value of ephesians ephesians, more than any other book, presents the purpose and plan of god for the church this book sets forth one of the clearest presentations on the relation between positional truth and experiencing positional truth in ones life john calvin called ephesians his favorite book of the bible we see something of the supremacy of christ in gods. Commentary on ephesians 1 by matthew henry blue letter bible. An introduction to a verse by verse commentary on the book of ephesians by allan turner. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. 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. Everything in these three chapters spells out what is. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true children of god. Learn the importance of living in christ and putting your relationship with him first with this commentary on ephesians from internationally renowned bible teacher joyce meyer. Bruce compellingly argues for analyzing these three letters together as he discusses the jewish community and the theological issues brought out in each book.
Ephesians 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. By the time of pauls second preaching journey, he was well spoken of. These important questions are answered in the book of ephesians. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Introduction to ephesians bible exposition commentary.
This is the holy book of ephesians, known as the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians. Paul spent a great amount of time there and this letter served as short overview of the theological tenets and practical applications of his teaching to them. Les painter bible text by cynthia green this commentary has been through advanced checking. To the praise of the glory of his grace, which he freely bestowed on us in the beloved. Unfortunately, the local christian book store had decided not to continue stocking them.
Paul intended that all who long for christlike maturity would receive this writing. Bruce, in his commentary on the book of acts, provides us with some interesting information on the school of tyrannus. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose. I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. 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. Ephesians commentary matthew henry commentary on the.
It would appear that paul built up this type of phrase to extol and praise god as the giver of all blessings. Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the. Ephesians 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Ephesians 4 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The foundation of the world was laid in adam and eves sin, so god had the church in mind before our first parents were ever offered to eat of the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil or of the tree of life. Murrays notes on the greek text are indispensible for reading ephesians in its original language. The book of ephesians is almost certainly one of four epistles that paul wrote during his first imprisonment. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of ephesians. Obrien does an excellent job of drawing from other scholars who previously written or commented on.
Audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version high quality duration. Ephesus was a city of ionia, in asia minor, and once the metropolis of that part of the world. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible. Paul wrote the letter to the ephesians sometime in ad 6061, around the same time. Some think that this epistle to the ephesians was a circular letter sent to. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of ephesians. The niv life application commentary series is one of the best i have found to help prepare sunday school lessons. Ephesians baker exegetical commentary on the new testament. Ephesians our blessings in christ importance this epistle was evidently addressed to the church in ephesus cf. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. The book of ephesians hits on a wide range of moral and ethical behaviors. Ephesians has rightly been titled the believers bank and the treasure.
Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians and more. That can be a formidable task when writing a commentary on ephesians, but carson selected one of the best in peter t. Ephesus was a city of ionia, in asia minor, and once. The initial triple phrase recurs as in a refrain in ephesians 1. The book of ephesians was very likely written between a. Ephesians 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. As we continue in our faith from day to day, month to month, and year to year, the temptation to get comfortable will always exist. Pauls address to the ephesian elders is a shining page even in the new testament p.
Public activity ceased in the cities of ionia for several hours at 11 a. You can find the best commentary on ephesians for you using the tools on the right side. Ephesians has been called the queen of the epistles, the quintessence of paulinism, the divinest composition of man and even the waterloo of commentators. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. Paul founded a church, and which for a time flourished gloriously, was not the ancient ephesus. Grace and peace to you from god our father and the lord jesus christ. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. David guzik commentary on ephesians 1 talks about the work of the triune god. Best commentaries and books on ephesians logos bible software. Some say that ephesians reads like a commentary on the pauline letters and probably it has been best termed the crown of paulinism. Book of ephesians matthew henrys bible commentary concise.
Calvins favorite epistle, it joyfully celebrates the grace of god and the love of christ in all their fullness. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. 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. The father is the source of blessing here, the son in ephesians 1. Paul began here in the manner of all writers of his time with a salutation ephesians 1. Best commentaries and books on ephesians logos bible. Ephesians free bible study commentary in simple english. Read ephesians commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to. This is the most oftquoted passage from the book of ephesians and one of the most quoted from the whole bibleso it deserves special attention.
Gnanakan, ken, the book of ephesians abc, 2008, special study. The western text indicates that paul had the use of the building from 11 a. However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we. The ancient city was situated at the mouth of the river cayster, on the shore of the aegean sea, about 50 miles south of smyrna. God, from the very beginning, right up to this time, has. By the time of pauls second preaching journey, he was well spoken of by the brethren at lystra and iconium acts 16. The holy bible book 49 ephesians kjv dramatized audio. Pauls letter to the ephesians is a wellloved book of the bible that teaches some of the most important lessons of faith. Top 5 commentaries on the book of ephesians ligonier ministries. In the first chapter you have the doctrines of the gospel. Ephesians commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.
Paul had called these christians to walk worthily of the calling with which you were called 4. 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. Therefore, a portion of a book that has the search words in close proximity may have a higher ranking than another portion of a book that has a higher hit count but the words are not in close proximity to one another. This instructional letter is packed with practical advice, all given in an encouraging tone. 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. Obrien does an excellent job of drawing from other scholars who previously written or commented on the book especially lincoln, bruce, and clinton arnold. Jun 16, 2011 audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version high quality duration. Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians and. Study ephesians using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning.
A verse by verse examination of gods eternal purpose in and through jesus christ. Some critics think that the book reflects aspects of vocabulary, style, and doctrine that differ from pauls writings. Timothy, a native of lystra, was probably converted on pauls first preaching journey acts 14. Bible study articles that explain clearly each verse in the book of ephesians insight, commentary and analysis. A salutation, and an account of saving blessings, as prepared in gods eternal election, as purchased by christs blood. Verses 1732 the apostle having gone through his exhortation to mutual love, unity, and concord, in the foregoing verses, there follows in these an exhortation to christian purity and holiness of heart and life, and that both more general v. Preface to the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians.
271 812 1125 516 1501 842 460 280 304 128 934 967 1341 1142 1493 677 1161 425 1594 493 1617 654 679 1502 1571 937 1571 662 558 60 760 758 853 1270 466 1321 1331 446 989 995 636 281 533