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The elevated themes of Ephesians make it highly praised and prized by commentators. Ephesians has been called “the Queen of the Epistles,” “the quintessence of Paulinism,” “the divinest composition of man” and even “the Waterloo of commentators.”.
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.
THE INTRODUCTION. THE WRITER AND READERS. Ephesians 1:1-2. In passing from the Galatian to the Ephesian epistle we are conscious of entering a different atmosphere. We leave the region of controversy for that of meditation. From the battle-field we step into the hush and stillness of the temple.
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 ).
Bible study guide on Ephesians 1:1-14. Includes commentary, cross references, questions, and an outline for Ephesians chapter 1.
THE EPISTLE OF PAUL THE APOSTLE TO THE EPHESIANS Commentary by A. R. Faussett . INTRODUCTION. The headings (Eph 1:1, and Eph 3:1, show that this Epistle claims to be that of Paul.
Ephesians 1:1. Verse 1. - Paul an apostle of Christ Jesus. Paul's one but all-sufficient claim on the Ephesians is his relation to Christ: he is Christ's apostle, not only as sent forth by him, but also as belonging to him; elsewhere his servant or bondman.
Study Ephesians 1 using Matthew Henry’s Bible Commentary (concise) to better understand Scripture with full outline and verse meaning.
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