Teaching on the book of ephesians 6 18-20

The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Everything in these three chapters spells out what is involved in christians walking worthily of their calling. Grace is given to each as christ desires ephesians 4. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills.

This series on ephesians contains nine studies which take you progressively through pauls impactive letter to the church at ephesus. Everything in these three chapters spells out what is. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, 19 and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which i am an ambassador in chains, that i may declare it. Paul gives thanks and prays for the ephesians ephesians 1. Many of the problems plaguing the church today, such as apathy, conflict, spiritual pride, and spiritual abuse, stem from a poor understanding of who the church is in christ and gods purpose for her. Ephesians 16 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the. In this series we will explore the depths of the great mystery that has now been revealed. Ephesians 6 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Pray also for me, that whenever i speak, words may be given me so that i will fearles. Thank god for greg brown allowing the holy spirit guide the pen in the purpose to create a bible study class in the format in writings of ephesians. Those that like to get into studying the bible and its heavy doctrines prefer to study the first part of pauls letters and often treat the latter part as secondary or of less value see the right diagram where a wall separates the two sections. These recordings are offered free of charge, but we welcome donations if you feel led to support the message. In this chapter of our ephesians bible study we learn that christians are chosen by the father vs 3 6.

Praying with all prayer and supplication in the spirit b. Specific instructions for christian living ephesians 4. It is therefore critical to understand the nature and calling of the church that we might be effective members of the one body that is called to bear witness to gods grace in this world. That being true, how can dead people believe the gospel in order that they may be saved. In parallel, the christians implements are truth, righteousness, the gospel. The epistle to the ephesians chapter six objectives in studying the chapter. Ephesians verse by verse teaching in the book of ephesians. Ephesians major index from biblical foundations for freedom. The apostle paul says in the book of ephesians that people are dead in their sins before they receive the gospel. In acts 19 we read about pauls trip to ephesus and how the city was full. If you dont wish to do your study online at simply choose a chapter from the links below to start your ephesians bible study book of ephesians chapter one chapter one of ephesians tells us that we are spiritually blessed. In the book of ephesians, we see how the gospel story affects believers everyday lives. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. The word of god is so powerful and we need it on a daily basis.

We began our study of spiritual warfare last november and this is the 19th. Pauls letter to the ephesians church tells christians as much. Teaching series from ephesians xenos christian fellowship. But if you were to leave home every morning wearing a full suit of armor, you would feel pretty silly. In the book of psalms we get some insight into the approach that david took in praying at all times. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. David pawson ephesians unlocking the bible youtube. Paul had called these christians to walk worthily of the calling with which you were called 4. The armor of god, described by the apostle paul in ephesians 6. It explores the foundation of your identity, how to build godly relationships and how to combat the evil one in your modern world.

The apostle proceeds in the exhortation to relative duties which he began in the former, particularly he insists on the duties of children and parents, and of servants and masters v. Paul miller, whos written my favorite book on prayer, talks about why prayer is so hard. A close look at ephesians for youth versebyverse inductive bible study. Paul intended that all who long for christlike maturity would receive this writing. But if paul were writing the book of ephesians today, and comparing our pieces of. In ephesians, it is the famous armor of god passage. Bruce, the epistles to the colossians, to philemon, and to the ephesians. This is a versebyverse, chapterbychapter audio teaching of this powerful book. Cds and dvd teachings are included, along with a personal study guide that walks you through all six chapters of this important book.

The letter to the ephesians is one of the most majestic and inspiring statements in the new testament of the good news of what god has done through jesus. The context of the immediate passage as well as that of the whole book of 1 corinthians is a. Writing, running, and study all take perseverance in my life. Prayer for ephesians strength, praise to god ephesians 3. Bruce, the epistles to the colossians, to philemon, and to the ephesians eerdmans, p. The sword of the spirit, which is the word of god 2. Although in many lessons the writer or teacher decides on a lesson aim the main teaching he wants the students to get and application how he wants the students to apply the scripture to. Verse 18 is strictly speaking not a command, but two participles, praying and staying alert, which are dependent on the imperative stand at the beginning of verse 14 f.

Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true children 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 principles inculcated within this passage of scripture are timeless and should be fully integrated into the life of the modern believer. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. This is the first command that has a promise with it. As we continue our study of ephesians 6 and spiritual warfare, and although we. He exhorts and directs christians how to behave themselves in the spiritual warfare with the enemies of their souls. Praying for others from the series mentors in prayer ephesians 3. We always end each training with a sermon on the last passage of the book we study. David owens avatar you can defeat your enemy series.

With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the lords people. Paul wrote this letter while enduring his first roman imprisonment in house arrest. When christ redeemed us from sin and death, he incorporated all believers into his body. The book of ephesians is a treasure full of gods wisdom for living your life. Comprised of jews and nonjews, these followers form the covenant family god promised to abraham. The battle instruction concludes with constant prayer 6. Whenever we dont understand the purpose of something, we are prone to misuse it. Outline of ephesians chapters 1 3 our position in christ what we are before god 1. It was written to encourage believers to walk as fruitful followers of christ and to serve in unity and love in the midst of persecution. So to put on the belt of truth means not just to read the bible regularly, but to consciously recall and focus on what the bible tells us about jesus and what jesus has given us col. No doubt the newly founded churches in ephesus and asia minor struggled with a lack of understanding as well.

Verse by verse through the book of ephesians 2008 click on audio, video or notes to open up the file for each message. Then all will go well with you, and you will have a long life on the earth. Ephesians small group series lesson 1 introduction to. This book of ephesians is an anointed insights into gods truth available to the readers through the pen of greg brown. Joyce meyer ministries bookstore ephesians action plan. For a free realplayer download click here the video links use vlc download vlc player here or real player. Sproul examines these important topics and demonstrates why they are. Sproul explains how people move from death to life, and the necessary conjunction that. Here you will learn about the sheer greatness and wonder of your salvation, of gods immeasurable grace, of christian unity in christ, of the lifestyle appropriate for those who are gods wellloved children, and of the total adequacy of christ to protect. As roman guards stood watch, paul penned a powerful letter to.