Ephesians the niv application commentary book 10 and millions of other books. Finally, be strong in the lord and in his mighty power. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul. If such is truly the case, then paul wrote ephesians around 6163 a. Ephesians 1 new international version niv 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, to gods holy people in ephesus, the faithful in christ jesus. 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. He realized that christ came to unite himself with man, and unity was the core purpose of the book of ephesians. They had not maintained the fervor and devotion of the love of their earlier history. Introduction from the niv study bible go to ephesians. When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Biblica provides gods word to people through translation, publishing and bible engagement in africa, asia pacific, europe, latin america, middle east, and north america. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app.
Bible introductions ephesians title author and date background and setting historical and theological. The epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians from the holy bible new international version niv book 49 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as christ jesus. Biblical scholar harold hoehner, surveying 279 commentaries written between 1519. The church of jesus christ is now the spiritual body of believers who represent christ on earth. Feb 07, 2015 the book of ephesians was written to gods holy people in ephesus ephesians 1. Written by notable evangelical scholars, each volume in the zondervan exegetical commentary on the new testament series treats the literary context and structure of the passage in the original greek. Of equal importance was that the bible be expressed in broadly understood modern english.
Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. Ephesians 6, new international version niv the bible app. This epistle also provides pauls most direct address about the life of a disciple of jesus. The book of ephesians kjv audio bible full by alexander. The city of ephesus was a large commercial port city in asia minor present day turkey located at. The book of ephesians was written to gods holy people in ephesus ephesians 1. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. Having explained gods great goals for the church, paul proceeds to show the steps toward their fulfillment. Some think that this epistle to the ephesians was a circular letter sent to several churches, and that the copy directed to the ephesians happened to be taken into the canon, and so it came to bear that particular inscription. Listen to book of ephesians using nlt audio bible online. The book of ephesians is held in great reverence by both biblical.
Ephesians kjv christian faith bible verses from the book of ephesians. The lord is the stronghold of my life of whom shall i be afraid. What started as one mans vision soon became a crossdenominational movement, uniting evangelicals around the dream of a trustworthy, accessible bible translation for the whole englishspeaking world. The book of ephesians is a masterpiece of revelation that bridges the principles of grace and obedience into one solid irremovable form. New international version history the new international version niv was conceived in 1965 when, after several years of study by committees from the christian reformed church and the national association of evangelicals, a transdenominational and international group of scholars met at palos heights, illinois, and agreed on the. The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. The word of god, the bible, is the only offensive weapon the believer has. Put on the full armor of god, so that you can take your stand against the devils schemes.
The indication is that the epistles to the colossians, philemon and the ephesians were carried to their destination by tychicus and onesimus cf. Comprised of jews and nonjews, these followers form the covenant family god promised to abraham. Highly recommend to get a much better understanding of ephesians. 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. If we are to appreciate a particular book of the bible, we must first come to recognize its unique contribution. Chapter 1 chapter 2 chapter 3 chapter 4 chapter 5 chapter 6 chapter 6. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary. Jun 20, 2015 the epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians from the holy bible new international version niv book 49 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a. The lord is my light and my salvation whom shall i fear. However, paul presented the gift of god in christ and the benefits we.
And i pray that you, being rooted and established in love. While paul was in prison he had been thinking about his work as an apostle. Second, god has reconciled these saved individuals to each other, christ having broken down the barriers through his own death 2. Bible introductions ephesians title author and date background and setting historical and theological kjv nkjv nlt niv esv csb. Ephesians 1 niv paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. And you also were included in christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Ephesians 1 new international version niv bible gateway. Ephesians intro to ephesians biblica the international bible. Ephesus was the most important city in western asia minor now turkey. Ephesians the niv application commentary book 10 kindle. The niv was published to meet the need for a modern translation done by bible scholars using the earliest, highest quality manuscripts available.
Bible plans help you engage with gods word every day, a little at a time. Its authorship has traditionally been attributed to paul the apostle but starting in 1792, this has been challenged as deuteropauline, that is, written in pauls name by a later author strongly influenced by pauls thought, probably by a loyal. Although ephesians is one of the new testaments shortest books in terms of word count, it is perhaps the most applicable to todays culture. Ephesians is, therefore, an oustanding book from which to take life application and snodgrass derives many lessons from its text. The text may be quoted in any form written, visual, electronic or audio, up to and inclusive of five hundred 500 verses without the express written permission of the publisher, providing the verses quoted do not amount to a complete book of the bible nor do the verses quoted account for 25 percent 25% or more of the total text of the work. The epistle to the ephesians, also called the letter to the ephesians and often shortened to ephesians, is the tenth book of the new testament. And they have been induced the rather to think this because it is the only one of all pauls epistles that has nothing. All three letters were sent with tychicus and onesimus. During this time he also wrote colossians and philemon. The new international version niv is an english translation of the bible first published in 1978 by biblica formerly the international bible society.
Niv ephesians was for jews and gentiles who comprise one church. The letter opens with a sequence of statements about gods blessings, which are interspersed with a remarkable variety of expressions drawing attention to gods wisdom, forethought and purpose. As we continue in our faith from day to day, month to month, and year to year, the temptation to get comfortable will always exist. This epistle is addressed to the saints at the church in ephesus, a prosperous port city in the roman province of asia minor.
Paul emphasizes that we have been saved, not only for our personal benefit, but also to bring praise and glory to god. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. Ephesians the niv application commentary book 10 kindle edition by snodgrass, klyne. New international version history the new international version niv was conceived in 1965 when, after several years of study by committees from the christian reformed church and the national association of evangelicals, a transdenominational and international group of scholars met at palos heights, illinois, and agreed on the need. This is well done enough book to use for a seminary class, but practical enough and engaging enough to use for a bible study. The niv and new international version are trademarks registered in the united states patent and trademark office by biblica, inc. The new international version niv bible read by millions was more than five decades in the making. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians.
The apostle paul wrote this letter to the churches in ephesus and the surrounding region c. 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. First, god has reconciled individuals to himself as an act of grace 2. Ephesians introduction new testament matthew henry st. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. In the seventh chapter of the third book of his testimonies, he speaks of the apostle paul writing to the ephesians and then proceeds to quote ephesians 4. Ephesians, niv application commentary by klyne snodgrass. In ephesians, paul shows how the good news should create ethnically diverse. Ephesus boasted international trade, a thriving silversmith guild, and a theater that seated 20,000 people. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. For we are gods workmanship, created in christ jesus to do good works, which god. It can be used offensively when needed and is a good reason for believers to hide gods word scripture in their heart or memorize it. It was written to encourage believers to walk as fruitful followers of christ and to serve in unity and love in the.
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. The book of ephesians niv audio holy bible high quality. As we begin our study of the book of ephesians, i would like to draw attention to some of its characteristics, and then to attempt to identify its unique identity and contribution to the revelation of the scriptures. Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be shewed before the whole congregation. In the book of ephesians, we see how the gospel story affects believers everyday lives. Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh. New international version niv bibles for men are designed for a mans distinctive lifestyle and needsbibles for study, devotional readingbibles helping them understand and apply gods word in the unique challenges they face. Genesis jan 04, 2011 designed for the pastor and bible teacher, this series brings together commentary features rarely gathered together in one volume. A generation later, a message from the lord in the book of revelation commends them for many wonderful things.
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