Commentary on the book of ephesians 5 16 17

Ephesians free bible study commentary in simple english. The constant moral appeal of the new testament is simply this. The meaning of this phrase used also in colossians 4. We said that gods will is practical, reasonable, spiritually discerned, and biblically unfolded. Verse encourages us to understand that god is purposely exposing our sins to us for our eternal good so that we might share life in his kingdom with him. This exposition of ephesians is accessible to both pastors and lay readers, as are all titles in the reformed expository commentary series. Christians should submit to church leaders 1 corinthians 16.

In christs sacrifice his love triumphs, and we are to consider it fully. Redeeming the time has special reference both here and in col. Remind christians of their spiritual blessings in christ eph 1. You must live in love, as christ loved you, and gave himself to god as a sacrifice and an offering, a sacrifice which was the odour of a sweet savour to god. This commentary will join hoehner and obrien as the first references on ephesians to which i turn. Ephesians 5 therefore be imitators of god, as beloved. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. Commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. The mystery that god has revealed is the gospelthe good news of jesus christ. He received for them, that he might give to them, a large measure of gifts. We must walk carefully and redeem the time that he gives us 5.

You can find additional free bible study outlines by clicking on the link and looking under the appropriate book study. If you want wisdom, we are told how today in ephesians 5. I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. For the unbeliever, life is in bondage to futility and meaninglessness 4. There are many rich, helpful comments on the husbandwife relationship in ephesians 5. He received for them, that he might give to them, a large measure of gifts and graces. They are felt to be so 1 on this account, for one thing. Buying off from the vanities of them that are without col 4. There should always be a sense of urgency in getting the gospel out.

Last week we looked at the importance of having clear guidance concerning the will of god. Because ye ought so to walk as is said in ephesians 5. We need to see our position in christ, seated with him in heavenly places, before. The days, says paul, are evil, and are in the power of wicked men, not in your own power. His farewell speech to the ephesian elders acts 20. Ephesians 4 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The present imperative with a negative commands them to stop an action already in progress stop becoming foolish. A bible study of the book of ephesians training for service 1 by phil brennan, don williamson, et al. Ephesians bible study the christian church in the world. The starting point of this work is an observed tension in recent scholarly discussion of the ethical content of ephesians 4. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the lord. A verse by verse inductive and exegetical bible study series into the book of ephesians. Now viewing scripture range from the book of ephesians chapter 4.

Join us in a bible study through the book of ephesians as we seek to answer the question, who am i. Although ephesians is one of the new testaments shortest books in terms of word count, it is perhaps the most applicable to todays culture. This letter, in many ways, is the crowning glory of the new testament. I would have enjoyed a bit more emphasis on ephesians 4. The last three chapters focus on the conduct or walk, cf. Bible study articles that explain clearly each verse in the book of ephesians insight, commentary and analysis. If the people of your city, of your school, of your family are going to hear the gospel, its going to be from your mouth. Greek, buying up for yourselves the seasonable time whenever it occurs of good to yourselves and to others. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the lord is. Paul wrote this letter while enduring his first roman imprisonment in house arrest. Exalting christs character the most gifted men on the earth could all find abundant employment, from now until the judgment, for all their godgiven powers, in exalting the character of christ. When we study this book, it is as though we have climbed a high.

Seventh day is sabbath in reply on ephesians 5 bsp commandment 3, exodus 20. By reading these letters, the believers gain an insight into the deeper mystery of the dying, resurrection and purpose of christ. The context paul set the tone for chapters 45 when he said, walk peripateo worthily of the calling with which you were called 4. Resemble him especially in his love and pardoning goodness, as becomes those beloved by their heavenly father. Ephesians is the goto book in the new testament for an understanding of gods sovereignty in salvation by grace, and therefore it shares much in common with pauls other masterwork. Ephesians 5 commentary william barclays daily study bible. Ephesians 5 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, as set of 17 volumes on the new testament, the result of barclays dedicated work. And yet at the same time, he allots time to us to use responsibly to bring about his sovereign will.

Tonight we want to continue our discussion on the will of god. If youre keeping the books for an organization or just balancing your checkbook. All is given as seems best to christ to bestow upon every one. God has granted us every spiritual blessing in christ 1. No immoral, impure or greedy personsuch a person is an idolaterhas any inheritance in the kingdom of christ and of god. Ephesians 5, new living translation nlt the bible app. Therefore, he urges us in verses 14 17 to wake up and take advantage of this, for if we continue in sin, we are as good as dead. Moo, wheaton college ephesians has been described as both the crown of pauls letters and a waterloo for commentators.

Expository notes schaffs new testament commentary expositors greek. As we prove a coin by the eye and the ear, and by using it, so by accurate and continued study, and above all by practice and experimental trial, we may prove or test what is acceptable unto the lord. Ephesians 5, new international version niv the bible app. But because it is his desire to save, he exposes our sins to us so that we can repent. The may refer to the immediately preceding clause ruck. It is better, however, to refer it to the main idea, that of the walk, than to the subordinate. Buying off from the vanities of them that are without colossians 4. Ephesians 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the lords will is. While this book begins, paul, an apostle of christ jesus through the will of god, to the saints who are at ephesus, and the faithful in christ jesus 1. David pawson ephesians unlocking the bible youtube.

Each provides exposition that gives careful attention to the biblical text, is doctrinally reformed, focuses on christ through the lens of redemptive history, and applies the bible to our contemporary setting. Paul spent more than two years in the city, preaching the gospel to jew and gentile, ministering with power and building up the church there. The letter was written from prison in rome acts 28. He gave up his life for her 26 to make her holy and clean, washed by the cleansing of gods word.

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. For paul, a mystery is spiritual knowledge that god has revealed to those who can see through eyes of faith romans 16. To walk carefully in this evil day, you must use your time wisely 5. Jesus, and love unto all the saints, 16 cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers. Bruce, the epistles to the colossians, to philemon, and to the ephesians eerdmans, pp. Best commentaries and books on ephesians logos bible.

Having read the background article on the book of ephesians, now skim through ephesians one more time and create your own title for each of the major sections below you can divide these into smaller sections, each with its own title, if you wish. Calvins favorite epistle, it joyfully celebrates the grace of god and the love of christ in all their fullness. There is a paradox in that god is the sovereign over time. Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. They are liable to have so many untoward things happening to them, which no one can prevent or even foresee. Therefore do not be vague and thoughtless and foolish, but understanding and firmly grasping what the will of the lord is. David guzik commentary on ephesians 5, where paul encourages the church to. Ephesians sets forth what no other book of the new testament describes so completely the nature of the body of christ, which is the true church. Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the lord is. In ephesians 5, paul instructions christians to walk in light of everything they have been given in jesus christ.