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Ephesians 1 – The Work of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in God’s Eternal Plan. A. Introduction to Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. 1. The character and themes of Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. a. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians is different compared to many of the other New Testament letters he wrote.
What does Ephesians chapter 1 mean? Chapter 1 includes a brief introduction (Ephesians 1:1–2) followed by two key sections. First, Paul describes the spiritual blessings which believers have in Christ (Ephesians 1:3–14). Second, he focuses on thanksgiving and prayer for his readers (Ephesians 1:15–23).
Ephesians 1. In this chapter we have, I. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the same as in others, ver 1, 2. II. The apostle's thanksgivings and praises to God for his inestimable blessings bestowed on the believing Ephesians, ver 3-14. III. His earnest prayers to God in their behalf, ver 15-23. This great apostle was wont to ...
The requirement of Almighty God was bluntly stated by the Lord himself in the Sermon on the Mount: "Ye therefore shall be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect" ( Matthew 5:48 ). This is the master imperative demanding perfect faith, perfect love, perfect obedience and perfect holiness.
I. The introduction to the whole epistle, which is much the same as in others ( v. 1, 2 ). II. The apostle's thanksgivings and praises to God for his inestimable blessings bestowed on the believing Ephesians ( v. 3-14 ). III. His earnest prayers to God in their behalf ( v. 15-23 ).
Ephesians 1:2 fills up the measure of the bestowment of grace on sinful men. The present anticipates the future; faith and love are lifted to a glorious hope.
Bible study guide on Ephesians 1:1-14. Includes commentary, cross references, questions, and an outline for Ephesians chapter 1.
What does Introduction to Ephesians 1 mean? Read commentary on this popular Bible verse and understand the real meaning behind God's Word using John Gill's Exposition of the Bible.
Matthew Henry's Commentary. Ephesians 1:1. Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints which are at Ephesus, and to the faithful in Christ Jesus: 1:1,2. All Christians must be saints; if they come not under that character on earth, they will never be saints in glory.
These are the first-fruits of holy happiness. For this we were made, and for this we were redeemed; this is the great design of God in all that he has done for us; let all be ascribed unto the praise of his glory.
