Paul had passed two whole years at ephesus, acts 19. The city of ephesus was a large commercial port city in asia minor present day turkey located. Watch our overview video on the book of ephesians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. 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. This dramatized audio version of galatians, ephesians, philippians, and colossians in the niv brings the bible to life with this truetotext dramatization of gods word. The introduction to each book gives a concise but thorough treatment of its authorship, date, original setting, and purpose. Listen to chuck swindolls overview of ephesians in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind. Second, god has reconciled these saved individuals to each other, christ having broken down the barriers through his own death 2. The book of ephesians is a goldmine full of great, grand and glorious truths. Journey through the book of ephesians as orator and author heather hair brings the bible to life in this 6day reading plan. 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. Epistle to the ephesians niv audio bible non dramatized youtube.
Ephesians 2, new international version niv the bible app. This summary of the book of ephesians provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of ephesians. Ephesians bible study book includes smallgroup experiences for six sessions, weekly individual study opportunities, applicable scripture, how to use this study, and tips for leading a group. 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. Including the old testament 39 books, new testament 27 books. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible.
Traditionally, although not universally, attributed to st paul, the epistle to the ephesians focuses on the church, describing it as the body of christ, and urging all members to work together. This is the holy book of ephesians, known as the epistle of paul the. New bible version niv new international version has assembled the old testament and new testament, totaling 66 books. Packer regent college the niv application commentary series doesnt fool around. The books of the bible audio bible new international. The book is address by paul to the church at ephesus. Ephesians 1, new international version niv the bible app. Lamp in the dark the untold history of the bible 2009, the sequel. The holy bible book 49 ephesians kjv dramatized audio. Ephesians describes the church as gods new humanity, a colony in which the lord of history has.
Its authorship has traditionally been attributed to paul the. The book of ephesians was very likely written between a. In live abundantly, bible teachers lenya heitzig and penny pierce rose challenge you to dig deep into the book of ephesians to find the spiritual treasure god has for you. In the book of ephesians, we see how the gospel story affects believers everyday lives. Listen free to the complete new international version niv audio bible, narrated by acclaimed actor max mclean. Genesis 67 197982 audio chuck smith the baptism of the holy spirit, pt. Ephesians the message audio bible audio only please like my facebook page. The book of ephesians niv audio holy bible high quality. Audiobible niv dramatized new international version high. Covering topics such as living in gods will and receiving peace no matter the circumstances, the book of ephesians. These important questions are answered in the book of ephesians. The niv was published to meet the need for a modern translation done by bible scholars using the earliest, highest quality manuscripts available. Featuring a sermon puts it on the front page of the site and is the most effective way to bring this sermon to the attention of thousands including all mobile. Paul intended that all who long for christlike maturity would receive this writing.
The book of ephesians was written to gods holy people in ephesus ephesians 1. 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 niv application commentary series promises to be of very great service to all who preach and teach the word of god. The epistle of paul the apostle to the ephesians from the holy bible new international version niv book 49 please note we have. The alps of the new testament and the third heaven epistle.
What stands out about ephesians is the awe with which it contemplates the mystery of the church. Buso1qwbhf2kursgtipdiot the book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter. His character and perhaps even his teaching seem to have been questioned by some, as a result of his imprisonment philippians 1. His ministry may have appeared to have been hindered. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. 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. For a brief time at the end of his second missionary journey, and then for more than two years on his third missionary journey, paul ministered to the church at ephesus acts 18. The books of the bible audio bible new international version, niv. Ephesians 1 new international version niv dramatized audio bible. The new international version niv is an english translation of the bible first published in 1978 by biblica formerly the international bible society. Ephesians 4 niv christianity beliefs and history of.
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. Although ephesians is one of the new testaments shortest books in terms of word countonly 6 chapters and 155 versesit is perhaps the most applicable to todays culture. These are all of the chapters of the book of ephesians. Ephesians 6 niv christianity beliefs and history of. Based on roberts ephesians commentary in the story of god bible commentary series, lessons tackle the historical distance between the new testament and contemporary culture. Highly recommend to get a much better understanding of ephesians.
Pauls letter to the ephesians shines with the brilliant reality of what being a christian really means. Ephesians the niv application commentary book 10 kindle. While he already does a great job with the history and meaning, i think he has nailed it with bridging context and contemporary significance sections. Last week as we studies chapter 3 of the book of ephesians, paul told the gentiles that they were equal with the jews in christ. Niv bible free download was published in 1978 by academic scholars and conservative.
Ephesians verse by verse teaching in the book of ephesians. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. This epistle is addressed to the saints at the church in ephesus, a prosperous port city in the roman province of asia minor. This instructional letter is packed with practical advice, all given in an encouraging tone. Grace to you and peace from god our father and the lord jesus christ. 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. For a free realplayer download click here the video links use vlc download vlc player here or real player. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ephesians in the bible new international version. The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Ephesians was written by paul when imprisoned in rome. Mar 16, 2008 am today, with gods blessing, well start up a new series of sermons, this one through ephesians. Most early writers spoke of the epistle as having been addressed to the ephesians.
Dramatized audio bible new international version, niv. Shaul shaaool, by gods will an emissary of the messiah. Paul names himself as the author of the epistle to the ephesians ephesians 1. From 2011, the books were development of the present society, but still the old teachings of the. 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. Ephesians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the. Audiobible niv 43 john dramatized new international version high quality. When the books of the bible were first written, most recipients experienced them with. The city of ephesus was a large commercial port city in asia minor present day turkey located at.
This deep, spiritual letter discusses our position in christ, the body of christ, salvation by grace through faith, our christian inheritance. E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. Book of ephesians overview insight for living ministries. Several of the early church writers site the book of ephesians. Download the free bible niv and start your day fresh with a daily verse and carry your softcopy of the niv bible with you anytime and anyplace. The landscape of the book of colossians scholars believe colossians was penned in a prison in rome, to the church at colossae, in the lycus river valley, now modern turkey.
This is well done enough book to use for a seminary class, but practical enough and engaging enough to use for a bible study. God the father planned throughout history for jesus to create a multiethnic community of followers. Ephesians offers general instruction in the truths of gods redemptive work in christ. The new international version niv is an english translation of the protestant bible. Ephesians also contains two of the most memorable passages in the new testament. 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. Feb 07, 2015 the book of ephesians was written to gods holy people in ephesus ephesians 1.
When the books of the bible were first written, most recipients experienced them with their ears. Ephesians 3 niv christianity beliefs and history of. Verse by verse through the book of ephesians 2008 click on audio, video or notes to open up the file for each message. Read ephesians prayerfully, objectively, thoughtfully, and attentively as you listen for god to speak. Jun 16, 2011 audio bible book of ephesians chapter 16. Following a structural analysis, the commentary takes the book section by section, drawing out its main themes, and also comments on individual verses and problems of interpretation. The book of ephesians tells how the gospel affects our. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of ephesus, capital of the roman province of asia asia minor, modern turkey. Ephesians complete 16, new international version niv read along. The book of ephesians free online bible study lessons. Some have taken the absence of the usual personal greetings. Ephesians 1 full chapter greeting paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, to the saints who are in ephesus, and faithful in christ jesus.
Audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version high. Introduction to the book of colossians learn religions. Audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version high quality the biblesmith project. Grace to you and peace from god our father and the. He may not speak to you through every verse, but he will speak. The book of ephesians niv audio holy bible high quality and. Having explained gods great goals for the church, paul proceeds to show the steps toward their fulfillment. Intro to ephesians biblica the international bible society. First, god has reconciled individuals to himself as an act of grace 2. Audiobible niv 49 ephesians dramatized new international version. The apostle pauls letters, for example, were read aloud to the local church communities who received them. Grace and peace to you from god our father and the lord jesus christ.