Commentary on the book of ephesians 5 16

Gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, theology, practice, and more. Family bible new testament cambridge greek testament eadies commentary. Ephesians chapter 5 coffmans commentary of the new. What does it mean to grieve quench the holy spirit. Pauls use of it is probably a reminiscence of the masters, and so is a hint of the existence of the same teachings as we now find in the existing gospels, long before their day. Paul was personally familiar with the perspective that each day could be his last. It follows that this commentary, like all commentaries, was written by an uninspired. It may have been composed almost contemporaneously with colossians and initially sent with the epistle and philemon by tychicus eph.

There should always be a sense of urgency in getting the gospel out. God the father planned throughout history for jesus to create a multiethnic community of followers. During this same period, paul also wrote colossians, philemon, and philippians. Based on his commands to walk with wisdom ephesians 5. 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. The passage then transitions to an explanation of mutual submission. Ephesians the niv application commentary book 10 kindle edition by snodgrass, klyne. Believers are to live holy lives and share the gospel in preparation for our inevitable departure. Paul had called these christians to walk worthily of the calling with which you were called 4.

Dirty jokes have no place in a christians conversation. Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. Read ephesians 5 commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. We must redeem time by sincerely repenting of sin and devoting ourselves immediately to the great business of life. John calvin called ephesians his favorite book of the bible. If you are leading this study on ephesians, i would encourage you to complete our guide for bible study leaders. This exposition of ephesians is accessible to both pastors and lay readers, as are all titles in the reformed expository commentary series. Having explained gods great goals for the church, paul proceeds to show the steps toward their fulfillment. Commentary on the book of ephesians by matthew henry new. Book of ephesians matthew henrys bible commentary concise. This is a great mystery, and i take it to mean christ and the church. Significantly, both training and admonition are used to describe the purpose of the scriptures 2 timothy 3. Study ephesians using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. David pawson ephesians unlocking the bible youtube.

The letter was written from prison in rome acts 28. Depending on the translation, this could be thought of as making the most of every opportunity. 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. Paul continues with a command regarding how we utilize our time. The western text indicates that paul had the use of the building from 11 a. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the.

Resolved, to live so, at all times, as i think is best in my devout frames, and when i have clearest notions of things of the gospel, and another world. Bible commentary ephesians 5 christadelphian books. Parents are to raise their children on the word of god. Second, god has reconciled these saved individuals to each other, christ having broken down the barriers through his own death 2. 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. I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. Since we are dealing with time, and it inexorably passes on, we must make the most of each opportunity. The system of numbering notes was designed for the printed book and is used throughout the text to refer to other notes. 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. Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the lord. For some reason unknown to us, the door of opportunity for the preaching of the gospel in asia was not yet. A salutation, and an account of saving blessings, as prepared in gods eternal election, as. This book is part of a 9volume set that includes seven volumes of the sda bible commentary, the sda bible dictionary and a special supplement to the commentary, volume 7a which contains pertinent ellen g.

A verse by verse examination of gods eternal purpose in and through jesus christ. The law of moses, a national as well as an individual code with penalties for disobedience, necessarily dealt with the outward act. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. The book of ephesians is a survival manualit equips believers to thrive in a world that hates the message of jesus christ. Included in this publication are the portions of text written by ellen white. Resemble him especially in his love and pardoning goodness, as becomes those beloved by their heavenly father. When connected to time, it means to buy or take advantage of an opportunity. Ephesians what children of light should be ephesians 5. Paul had taught this truth many times when he pastored the church at ephesus. Ephesians bible study the christian church in the world. Commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. As always, the key to right understanding is context. Ephesians 5 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. Ephesians, more than any other book, presents the purpose and plan of god for the church.

Because god, for christs sake, has forgiven you, therefore be ye followers of god, imitators of god. Ephesians 1 part 1 by paul washer, sunday sermons, church services, bible study, christian reviv duration. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. Not only have no fellowship, but even reprove them, namely, in words. Introduction to ephesians bible exposition commentary. To the saints in ephesus, a the faithful in christ jesus. Commentary on galatians and ephesians by john calvin. A salutation, and an account of saving blessings, as prepared in gods eternal election, as purchased by christs blood. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of the bible.

The standard of holiness enjoined by jesus upon his followers is exacting. Greek, buying up for yourselves the seasonable time whenever it occurs of good to yourselves and to others. Modern advice, even from christians, in the area of time, is erroneous. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. What is the meaning of redeeming the time in ephesians 5. An introduction to a verse by verse commentary on the book of ephesians by allan turner. Public activity ceased in the cities of ionia for several hours at. In christs sacrifice his love triumphs, and we are to consider it fully. Mar 31, 2020 what is the meaning of redeeming the time in ephesians 5. God clearly states that the believers should not take part. 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. Chapter 5 begins with an admonition to imitate christ.

The book of ephesians is almost certainly one of four epistles that. Notice the encouraging reason paul gives to wake up and carefully mind how we live. 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. God has granted us every spiritual blessing in christ 1. First, god has reconciled individuals to himself as an act of grace 2. Comprised of jews and nonjews, these followers form the covenant family god promised to abraham. In order to do so, christians must avoid sexual immorality, vulgar language, foolishness, and other inappropriate attitudes.

The following steps will be helpful in getting the most from your ephesians bible study. Ephesians free bible study commentary in simple english. Ephesians 5 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Ephesians 5, new international version niv the bible app. Verse 5 for this ye know of a surety, that no fornicator, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolator hath any inheritance in the kingdom of christ and god. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. Bruce, in his commentary on the book of acts, provides us with some interesting information on the school of tyrannus. You can find additional free bible study outlines by clicking on the link and looking under the appropriate book study. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of ephesians. Ephesians 5 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. The lords will is revealed in his word and paul has mentioned it several times in ephesians. This is an outright promise that he will give us the help to do what we must do.

Commenting on this verse mike abendroth in his latest book evangelical white lies minces no words, saying. For this ye know ye must be convinced of the dangerous and ruinous tendency of such a spirit and conduct, when ye know that persons of this character can never inherit the kingdom of god. Ephesians 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The letter to the ephesians pillar new testament commentary by peter t. The life for today commentary notes on this web site are taken from the printed life for today study bible series. At a restaurant, we can leave an extra big tip along with a gospel tract or a card inviting the waiter to church. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. 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. 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. Ephesians christ and the church click chart to enlarge charts from jensens survey of the nt used by permission.

Commenting on this verse mike abendroth in his latest book evangelical white. Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians 5 and more. For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one. Ephesians commentary verse by verse precept austin. This ancient greek word was originally used of bodily nourishment as in ephesians 5. The days, says paul, are evil, and are in the power of wicked men, not in your own power. Ephesians 5 commentary james burton coffman commentaries.

It provides a helpful orientation to our lesson plans as well giving you some important guidelines for maximizing the impact of your bible study. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. Paul warns that those who persist in these behaviors are not part of the kingdom of god. 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.

All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. Redeem means to buy up for oneself or buy up an opportunity. 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. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. Ephesians 5 resources these are the updated resources for ephesians 5 with multiple sermons and commentaries. You can find the best commentary on ephesians for you using the tools on the right side. Buying off from the vanities of them that are without colossians 4. Ephesians the niv application commentary book 10 kindle. And walk in love, as christ also has loved us and given himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to god for a sweetsmelling aroma. Oct 16, 2019 kairos is the word used by paul writing under the inspiration of the holy spirit in ephesians 5. This book sets forth one of the clearest presentations on the relation between positional truth and experiencing positional truth in ones life.

Ephesians 5 new king james version nkjv walk in love. Everything in these three chapters spells out what is involved in christians walking worthily of their calling. The context paul set the tone for chapters 45 when he said, walk peripateo worthily of the calling with which you were called 4. Ephesians resources commentaries, sermons, illustrations, devotionals see disclaimer.