From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. 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. John knox asked that calvins sermons on ephesians be read to him on his deathbed. To teach the christians at ephesus the wonder and practical implications of being the church in christ. Grace to you and peace from god our father and the lord jesus christ. Mar 04, 2015 matthew jensencentral thememjs central theme. Instead, mature believers can speak the truth in love ephesians 4. So i went out with my bf last friday to watch book of eli. The book of eli is sort of the boiling point of this sciencefiction concept, a combination of last years the road and george millers the road warrior.
The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. I do not claim any rights of the uploaded song, this channel is ment to be a. The most beautiful letter, the most beautiful words that have ever been penned by any human being. Ephesians 1 tlb dear christian friends at ephesus, ever. 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. While the book of elis respect for the sanctity of gods word and the. The book of ephesians was very likely written between a. He has imputed his righteousness to his body, for now we have been bought with a price and therefore no longer our own but all things are gods. We can perhaps see a purpose god has in preventing a structural unity of the. Atticus ross panoramic black 8 downtempo remix youtube. When it comes to interpreting ephesians 4 and the fivefold giftings mentioned in verse 11, it is important to know that two main lines of thinking has crept up over the years. Book summary ephesians reveals to us the great mystery of the church which is the body of christ. Samuel coleridge called it the most divine composition of man 2. Ephesians reveals to us the great mystery of the church which is the body of christ.
Encounter ephesians, and get swept up into the story of jesus. I do not claim any ownership rights to the soundtracks or images presented in this video. The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. The book of ephesians, chapter 4 king james version. One thing is certain ephesus was a city in darkness blinded by idolatry and material wealth. The book of ephesians overview of the book of ephesians the book of ephesians is a masterpiece of revelation that bridges the principles of grace and obedience into one solid irremovable form. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. Like elis sons, children grow up to disrespect god if their parents. Workbook on the fundamentals of the gospel of christ. And for keeping me resolute when all around seemed lost.
This is paul writing to you, chosen by god to be jesus christs messenger. Gods showcase, gods trophy display but i like trophies of grace because that is what seems to best fit what some of the bible verses in ephesians seem to be saying. Mysterya word used by paul to describe the message of the gospel eph. Ephesians 4 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. The few survivors have clumped together into ramshackle settlements that are beginning to crumble from within. W hat are 4 key bible study questions from the book of ephesians. Includes jews which is what wed expect but also gentiles. May 05, 2011 the book of ephesians kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 49 duration. She asks him to teach her how to read it but eli doesnt respond. 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. The church has been brought from death to life in christ. Original motion picture soundtrack the book of eli atticus ross disclaimer. Summary of ephesians chapters 3 and 4 robert walsh. Ephesians 4 new international version niv unity and maturity in the body of christ.
Gods general purpose for the church and the believers. All three letters were sent with tychicus and onesimus. The main themes of the book are introduced in the opening poem the song of hannah. View chuck swindoll s chart of ephesians, which divides the book into major sections and highlights themes and key verses.
You may remember him from such new testament letters as romans and 1 corinthians. He recites a bit of it and then puts the book away. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. Ephesians and colossians summary the epistle to the ephesians. If you want more, ive linked to quick, 3minute guides to every book of the bible, too. This is a lot to take in, so if you want to start with baby steps, check out this list of the shortest books of the bible. It was a center of learning and was near several key land routes. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. There are several ways of looking into this wonderful and remarkable book of ephesians, but the figure below illustrates the way in which it will be viewed in this. Thank you for guiding me straight and true through the many obstacles in my path. The book of eli is a 2010 american postapocalyptic neowestern action film directed by the hughes brothers, written by gary whitta, and starring denzel washington, gary oldman, mila kunis, ray stevenson, and jennifer beals. We work in response to gods call to follow jesus in every aspect of our lives eph.
We also like hearttoheart talks, nuzzling kittens, and skipping and holding hands while walking the street. Ephesians 4 niv bible as a prisoner for the lord, then, i. Aug 04, 20 the call of christ is a call to action, and ephesians lays out gods desire for your spiritual walk like no other book of the bible. Washington, a twotime academy award winner widely known in hollywood for his christian beliefs, portrays a lone warrior making his way.
Theme verse of ephesians therefore i, the prisoner of the lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called. Some believe that ephesians appears to be too dependent on colossians. The author except for the pastorals, ephesians has the worst credentials for authenticity, in critical circles, among all of pauls epistles. Ephesians is the great pauline letter about the church. Paul intended that all who long for christlike maturity would receive this writing. He then urged the ephesians to change their way of thinking and to no longer live as gentiles. David guzik commentary on ephesians 4, where paul calls the church into unity. Marauding gangs haunt the ashen wastelands of america, preying on innocent passersby. Paul probably wrote his letter to the ephesians while under house arrest in rome. All 66 books of the bible in easy, onesentence summaries. Eli and solara sleep by an old nuclear plant cooling tower.
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. As a prisoner for the lord, then, i urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. The truths of this book have impacted the lives of many saints. The conquest reached far beyond the city limits of ephesus. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article.
Another major theme in ephesians is the keeping of christs body that is, the church pure and holy. This letter is a glorious reminder of everything christ did for us in conquering sin and death. The book of eli is a 2010 american postapocalyptic neowestern action film directed. First, all they which dwelt in asia heard the word of the lord jesus, both jews and greeks gentiles acts 19. Greear digs into the text of ephesians versebyverse and challenges believers to live out the gospel. The epistle to the ephesians, also called the letter to the ephesians and often shortened to ephesians, is the tenth book of the new. The book of ephesians survey introduces a list of themes and describes six of them. The book of eli casts bible as a major theme baptist standard. 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. We will conclude our introductory study to the book of ephesians by glancing briefly at the extent of the victory wrought by god through paul in asia. Ephesians reveals to us our new position in christ for we have indeed been placed in christ, hidden in the beloved. The book of ephesians week six workbook eeonline biblestudy.
The book of eli original motion picture soundtrack licensed to youtube by wmg on behalf of reprise. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. Endeavouring to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace. The central organizing theological idea in ephesians is that through christs atoning work god has mightily brought about the churcha new humanity, i. This time, pauls writing to the church in ephesus and, boy, does he have a lot to say.
It first presents both the historical and literary contexts followed by an overview of the passage in the context of the letter as a whole. It also helps us avoid being deceived by false teachings ephesians 4. He instructed them in ephesians chapter 4 about how they should treat each other. Greetingpaul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god,to the saints who are in ephesus, and faithful in christ jesus.
America is a postapocalyptic wasteland and denzel washington is the only selfsufficient badass. Samuel taylor coleridge, the hymnwriter, wrote these words about the book of ephesians he said. The traditional idea, that god deals in one manner with the gentile christians and in another with the jewish christians, and that the races are identifiable in christ, has created havoc in the interpretation of the scripturesparticularly the writings. Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the lord. The call of christ is a call to action, and ephesians lays out gods desire for your spiritual walk like no other book of the bible. Eli, the father of hophni and phinehas, is a prime and. The book of samuel is a theological evaluation of kingship in general and of dynastic kingship and david in particular. Atticus ross panoramic the book of eli ost youtube. Into this world steps machetewielding road warrior eli a man on a. With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love. Theyre listed in the order they show up in the protestant bible. Overview of the book of ephesians reformed answers to bible.
The concept that the elect jews and gentiles compose the one family of god, the one holy nation, is a central theme of the book of ephesians. So originality is not exactly eli s calling card, but it clearly establishes its. During this time he also wrote colossians and philemon. Ephesians 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app. The book of colossians is an important look into the mystery of christ which was hidden for generations and now disclosed to the saints col. The book of eli original motion picture soundtrack atticus ross. John calvin called it his favorite book of the bible. In the modern era, however, questions have been raised about whether paul actually wrote this epistle. The church has received wondrous blessings in union with christ. The themes of ephesians theology lectures in 200 words. 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. Enclosed within the book of ephesians is the discipline needed to develop into true children of god.
Here we have yet another letter from the apostle paul. It was either that or legion ironically both have something to do with religion lol. It deals, however, not so much with a congregation in the city of ephesus in asia minor as with the worldwide church, the head of which is christ, the purpose of which is to be the instrument for making gods plan of salvation known throughout the universe eph 3. Eli reads the book and solara asks eli to read it to him. Alas, you who are longing for the day of the lord, for what purpose will the day. Ephesians 4, new international version niv the bible app.
Themes and language common to other pauline letters abound in ephesians. I therefore, the prisoner of the lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2. What the hell was the theme of the movie book of eli. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study.