To really jump ahead in your study of ephesians, complete our how to study a book of the bible. Overview and outline of ephesians bible study deeper. There are many bible study books but the ones on the book of ephesians will truly be one that will give you great rewards, even though you might be left with more questions than answers. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. There are very few things in life that have the power to change your life more than studying the word of god. Epistle to the ephesians read the bible online bible study tools. Copeland hundreds of free sermon outlines and bible study materials available for online browsing and downloading. Study guide for ephesians 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. As i was doing this, i found that ephesians and revelation were the two easiest books in the bible to outline. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down.
Some liberal critics have attempted to raise doubts, yet the authorship of the book is solidly established both by the clear statement in the book itself and by the records of the early uninspired christian writers. Gods showcase, gods trophy display but i like trophies of grace because that is what seems to best fit what some of the bible verses in ephesians. Picture study bible ephesians bible history online. 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.
Here are all of the main inductive tools you need to complement the ephesians study or you to use to get the most out of your bible studies. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. Bible study questions on ephesians and philippians introduction. 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 among all the churches in asia minor and was simply. Faith foundations study guides bible studies the gospel of. Although ephesians is one of the new testaments shortest books. This study notes provide the core content of a group of bible studies on the book of ephesians. Ephesians bible study book includes smallgroup experiences for six sessions, weekly individual study opportunities, applicable scripture, how to use this study, and tips for leading a group. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. This webpage provides a book of ephesians outline as provided by the wycliffe bible commentary. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. Just as grace was the key word in galatians, it is prominent in all of pauls letters.
True peace, just like true grace, comes from the father and the lord jesus christ. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. A study guide blessed be the god and father of our lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ. A bible study of ephesians study joyce meyer ministries. These important questions are answered in the book of ephesians. Liberalism says that revelation is just a conglomerate of symbols that no one can decipher. This series of lessons goes through ephesians a few verses at a time. The bible, the old testament and new testament, is addressed to gods people.
For a small book, ephesians really makes a huge impact. In my first pastorate, i started preaching the book of ephesians in my. This letter to the ephesians ought to bring us very close to christ. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. If you are looking for an indepth study of ephesians. Ephesus was the most important city in western asia minor now turkey. Thanks to the understanding gained from this study, ephesians in my study bible. Old testament books of the bible index new testament books of the bible index the book. Liberalism says that revelation is just a conglomerate of. In his letter to the ephesians, paul also saw the new man and a new society, but he saw it all accomplished by the work of jesus. To help folk learn what the bible is all about, i wrote a book called briefing the bible in which i attempted to give a helpful outline of every book in the bible. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study.
Ephesians bible study the christian church in the world. Like romans, ephesians was not written so much to address problems in a particular church. The book of ephesians bible study by estuary elim church group. Use the leaders guides as a starting point to a thorough understanding of scripture and intentional group discussion. Ephesians 6 niv children, obey your parents in the bible. These studies will guide you through this lifechanging book of the bible and give you practical application to help you grow in your faith, gain. Feel free to use, copy and modify these free bible study questions as needed. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one. We need to see our position in christ, seated with him in heavenly places, before.
It walks you through studying each book individually with lots of marking room in the margins and at the end of the book. Ephesians free bible study commentary in simple english. If you are planning a small group study, you may want to add a week at the beginning to introduce the study method by completing the free online bible study workshop, and another week at the end for sharing. It had a harbor that at that time opened into the cayster river see map, p. It is designed to help you discover, through personal study. In this study of ephesians, joyce has included material that will help you walk through each chapter and sometimes, verse by verse. It is designed to help you discover, through personal study and group discussion, the incredible riches of gods word, and. This course is designed as an expository study of the epistle to the ephesians, taking the student through the entire epistle with cross references to other portions of scripture. If you are leading a group through this bible study, watch this short training post. Ephesians 7 weeks anne graham lotz angel ministries. These studies will guide you through this lifechanging book of the bible and give. How to use this book welcome to the faith foundations study guide on ephesians. Patheos explore the worlds faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality. Thanks to the understanding gained from this study, ephesians in my study bible is almost all hi lighted.
Paul the apostle writes to encourage believers to live wellweve been lifted. Gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, theology, practice, and more. Ephesians in the picture study bible the book of ephesians. Paul the apostle writes to encourage believers to live wellweve been lifted from the graveyard of sin and called to shout the gospel into the darkened world. Pauls letter to the ephesians is different compared to many of the other new testament letters he wrote. Whether you are just beginning your new life with christ, or have been a christian for many years, this study guide is for you. Mar 30, 2016 verse by verse bible study on through the book of ephesians, covering chapter 1 and verses one to thirteen by robert breaker. He does want the blessings and favor of god to fall upon these people. Gospel glimpses, whole bible connections, theology, practice, and more. Two books of the bible which the critic says cannot be understood are ephesians and revelation. A study of pauls epistle to the ephesians developed by matt hennecke. Your bible becomes your commentary as you work through each book.
Ephesians has many similarities with pauls letter to the colossians. Comprised of jews and nonjews, these followers form the covenant family god promised to abraham. Epistle to the ephesians read and study the bible online. This course is designed as an expository study of the epistle to the ephesians, taking the student through the entire epistle with cross references to.
Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible. Ive learned how better to serve the church, and how to be a better employee and leader. Although ephesians is one of the new testaments shortest books in terms of word countonly 6 chapters and 155 versesit is perhaps the most applicable to todays culture. W hat are 4 key bible study questions from the book of ephesians. The deeper christian bible study series in ephesians is an indepth versebyverse study of pauls letter to the ephesians. Read the short background information for ephesians below. The epistle to the ephesians table of contents introduction 3 chapter one 7 chapter two 11 chapter three 14 chapter four 18 chapter five 22 chapter six 27 this study guide was developed in preparation for teaching adult bible. A study in the book of ephesians fresh life series heitzig, lenya on. 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. 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.
Paul wrote the letter to the ephesians sometime in ad 6061, around the. These studies will guide you through this lifechanging book of the bible and give you practical application to help you grow in your faith, gain greater intimacy with jesus, experience the victorious christian life, and. The book of ephesians is a survival manualit equips believers to thrive in a world that hates the message of jesus christ. Feel free to make copies of this for your personal use. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. 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. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. A study in the book of ephesians fresh life series. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe. Spend time preparing to lead your group through the story of jesus and the essentials of the christian faith. Encounter ephesians, and get swept up into the story of jesus.
Since paul wrote both of them from his roman imprisonment, his mind may have worked on the same themes when he wrote each letter. 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. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in.
Challenge the status quo of our culture and even some churches by encouraging your group to live more purely the essential convictions of christianity. Ephesians, a study guide from the executable outlines series by mark a. Faith foundations study guides bible studies the gospel. The book of ephesians is easily broken into two sections. The lessons have depth, yet the translation and comments are simple and youll find them.
This instructional letter is packed with practical advice, all given in an encouraging tone. God the father planned throughout history for jesus to create a multiethnic community of followers. Keep a notebook handy with pencil to jot down questions, ideas and applications as you study ephesians. Pauls letter to the ephesians versebyverse studies simply bible. Book of ephesians outline free online bible study lessons. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. Study guide for ephesians by chuck smith blue letter bible. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of ephesians. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. I also highly recommend the new inductive study bible. The studies are also packed with cool free digital downloads. The worthy of the calling bible study is a free 31 day online bible study of the book of ephesians written by sarah koontz, its convenient for the busy professional as it only takes 15 minutes per day and a mobile device. The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses. Nov 18, 2015 what is the purpose of the book of ephesians.