Authors Paul and Timothy Recipients All the saints, overseers and deacons. These are the members of a local church. Thanksgiving and Prayers (v1-11) v3: how often do we remember other believers in our prayers? v3: Do you thank God in your prayers? Or do you just know how to ask God for things? v4: There … Read more
Background and Overview After Paul talks about husband and wife, he continues to give two examples of the life of believer who is filled with the Spirit (5:18), the relationship between parents and children, and between masters and slaves. Full Armor of God Belt of truth: The belt holds the other parts of the armor … Read more
Background Division Be imiators of God (v1-21) Walk in love (v2), for God is love (1 John 4:8) Walk as children of light (v8), for God is light (1 John 1:5) Walk in wisdom (v15), for God is truth (1 John 5:6) Husband and wife is the shadow of Christ and His church (V21-33) Exposition
Background Christ has ascended into the highest heaven (v10). He then gave apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers to His church (v11), to prepare God’s people for the works of service. When God’s people, the body of Christ functions normally, with each member exercising their own spiritual gifts, the body of Christ will be built up. … Read more
Background God’s eternal purpose which He accomplished is Christ Jesus (v11) is that the manifold wisdom of God may now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places (v10). The rulers and authorities are referring to the angels, both good and the fallen angels. On Paul’s second prayer in Ephesians, he … Read more
