The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. Ephesians chapter 4 king james version kjv alexander. David guzik commentary on ephesians 4, where paul calls the church into unity, which happens through the work of the spiritual gifts. Half of the teaching in this epistle relates to our standing in christ, and the remainder of it affects our condition. Paul spent more time there than any other city about three years. This is a selftest on chapters 4 6 of the book of ephesians. The book of ephesians chapter four workbook eeonline biblestudy. In addition, we noted that chapter 4 begins a discourse on the practice of believers, that begins in eph 4.
Ephesians 4 bible commentary wesleys explanatory notes. These important questions are answered in the book of ephesians. Ephesians 4 niv unity and maturity in the body of bible gateway. The passage begins with pauls mention of his imprisonment and his focus on christian unity ephesians 4. The book of ephesians is a letter from paul to christians at ephesus. The body must be whole and complete, and thats why in ephesians 4 it says, till we all come to the fullness of the stature of christ. It was written around 60ad during pauls house arrest in rome. Paul ends this chapter with a powerful prayer for believers to know and experience the love of god and to be filled to full measure of god according to the power that now lives in us. Ephesians 4, new international version niv the bible app. Preface to the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians.
Bible commentaries adam clarke commentary ephesians. Ephesians 4 kjv i therefore, the prisoner of the lord, bible gateway. One must be bornagain or else the regeneration can not take place. We learn how to walk worthy in the unity of the spirit with faith and knowledge. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ephesians in the bible king james version. The epistle to the ephesians chapter four objectives in studying the chapter 1 to see the importance of walking in unity and purity 2 to appreciate the gifts christ has given the church for our edification, and the need for each one to do their share summary beginning with this chapter and proceeding through the rest of the epistle, paul. To the saints who live in ephesus, the faithful in christ. 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 chapter 4 king james version kjv alexander scourby free audio video bible. Unity in the bodytherefore i, a prisoner for serving the lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by god. Ephesians 4 background information with maps and images. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. Chapter 4 lowliness and gentleness in everyday life 4. Ephesians bible book with full chapters king james version.
The church, the body of christ, is composed of every believer since pentecost without distinction, by the work of the one spirit see 1 cor. A study guide for the book of ephesians answers chapter one. Before you attempt to answer the questions below you should read these chapters in the bible and answer the questions at the end of each chapter found at the website answer the questions below and then click ok to send your answers. Doctrine occupies the greatest portion of the book of ephesians. The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Ephesians 4 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. We enter now on the latter part of it, in which we have the. Endeavouring to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app. We also discuss the old man and discover that we must put on the new man. Chapter 4 we have gone through the former part of this epistle, which consists of several important doctrinal truths, contained in the three preceding chapters.
In this book, however, he goes into greater depth before making the transition. Ephesians, chapter 4 king james version christian answers. Ephesians also contains two of the most memorable passages in the new testament. Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3 ephesians chapter 4 ephesians chapter 5 ephesians chapter 6. Read ephesians 4 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Grace is a single word definition of the gospel, the good news of gods. The great truth of christianity is that god is the uniting the world to himself through the believers. Gods plan for faithful living in the church to build the church, eph 4.
Mixing law with grace, or anything of the carnal mind, as written in romans 8. With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love. The book of ephesians gives practical, encouraging advice on living a life that honors god, which is why its still relevant in a conflictridden world. Wherefore he saith that is, in reference to which god saith by david, having ascended on high, he led captivity captive he triumphed over all his enemies, satan, sin, and death, which had before enslaved all the world. Ephesians 4 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. This instructional letter is packed with practical advice, all given in an encouraging tone. This ephesians quiz has 10 quiz questions on the book of ephesians. Chapter 4 describes both the unity of believers and the new hope which christians have in jesus. These are all of the chapters of the book of ephesians.
Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will. The idea of unity can be seen clearly in the first chapter of ephesians ephesians 1. 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. Ephesians chapter 4 free online bible study lessons. The book of ephesians chapter 4 summary and conclusion. Ephesians 4 commentary james burton coffman commentaries.
Ephesus was the chief city of the coastal area of asia minor. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. All too often those who teach from this book bypass all the foundational instruction and go directly to the closing chapter. Ephesians chapter 4 presents principles for the believers conduct in the world.
Ephesians 4, new king james version nkjv the bible app. I therefore, the prisoner of the lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2. Ephesians 4, new living translation nlt the bible app. The behaviour of the believer in the world chapters 4 6 chapter 4. There, he appeals to christians to live in a way which reflects the grace weve been given by god. As a prisoner for the lord, then, i urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. And, as they also used to give donatives to the people, at their.
As a letter meant to be read by more than just the believers at ephesus, this is an. Welcome to the fourth of six studies of the book of ephesians. We see practical ways in which gods glory enters the church. We enter now on the latter part of it, in which we have the most weighty and serious exhortations that can be given. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the. Christ should stand up in full functioning form in his body the church just as he did in his human body in his incarnation. Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the lord. What paul taught in chapters was first about god and his son jesus christ. Ephesians chapter 4 discover the 66 books of the bible. We have gone through the former part of this epistle, which consists of several important doctrinal truths, contained in the three preceding chapters. Ephesians 4 niv bible as a prisoner for the lord, then. This letter is one of pauls four imprisonment letters. Open the ibooks app and search bob yandian ephesians a commitment to study the book daily, pray and meditate over it through the day and depend on the holy spirit to make it your own revelation.