This is paul writing to you, chosen by god to be jesus christs messenger. The fundamental principles of grace and mans responsibility to abide by gods laws are thoroughly revealed in the old testament. Calvary chapel costa mesa sermons y messages book by book for your life. Are you ready to give an answer to anyone, anywhere, who might ask you about jesus christ. Book of ephesians ephesians chapter 1 ephesians chapter 2 ephesians chapter 3 ephesians chapter 4 ephesians chapter 5 ephesians chapter 6.
The c2000 commentaries represent pastor chuck s messages through the bible delivered from 1979 to 1986. In christ in him, church, power, riches, glory, walk, grace, spirit, mystery. Book of colossians overview insight for living ministries. Old testament study guide old and new testament study. Pauls letter to the ephesians epistole bible studies book 3 kindle edition by dr david l cook. Dec, 2008 ephesians is a profound book, and our own dr. The book is very moderate in tone and its conclusions are generally reasonable and fairminded. Calvary chapel and chuck smith confessions of a heretic. But first and foremost was smiths misinterpretation of scripture and misunderstanding of power and. An introduction to the book of ephesians an argument of the book of ephesians selected bibliography on the book of ephesians. For this reason i, paul, the prisoner of christ jesus for the sake of you gentiles surely you have heard about the administration of gods grace that was given to me for you. Our glorious privilege chuck smith, the word for today, the word for today on. This bible commentary is for pastor chuck smith from his 70008000 series that was given to me personally by chuck, many years ago.
My whole family has also been listening to his teachings which have helped us with our daily walk with god, understanding the world we live in, and church life. Bible commentary produced by tow project only a few verses of ephesians deal precisely with the workplace and even these are directed at thieves, slaves, and masters. Shall we turn in our bibles now to ephesians, the second chapter. The old testament study guide was designed to enhance your knowledge of the bible quickly and easily. Feb 23, 2007 chuck smiths experiences in local churches led him to place great authority in the office of senior pastor. Those blessed saints that endured my whippings every sunday, and came back for morethat is the.
It is easy to read a book on prayer and walk away unchanged. It was the capital of proconsular asia, being about a mile from the sea coast, and was the great. Recognize that prayer is the most potent weapon in your spiritual arsenal. 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. I offer the following commentary and summary for ephesians in this article. Csm under but permission obtained from calvary chapel costa news for esword.
E phesians is one of the most encouraging books in the new testament. Chuck smith 1927 20 listen to freely downloadable audio sermons by the speaker chuck smith in mp3 format. Pastor chuck was used in the jesus people revival where he was used along with others to minister to the hippy young people. 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. But when we glimpse how god is restoring all of creation through christ, and when we discover that our work plays an essential role in that. 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.
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. Now paul begins the fourth chapter again with the reminder that he is a. This is a good commentary on ephesians and well worth your time if you would like a general overview of the letter. 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. Now he takes this canvas in which he has painted all of this charcoal slate black, and he begins to splash on it some brilliant colors. The book of ephesians hits on a wide range of moral and ethical behaviors, designed to ensure believers are living up to our heavenly calling. Greear digs into the text of ephesians versebyverse and challenges believers to live out the gospel. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading old testament study guide old and new testament study guides book 1. The c2000 series commentary consists of transcriptions of recordings of pastor chuck smiths through the bible messages delivered at calvary chapel. We are committed to bringing you the solid and consistent teaching of the whole bible taught by pastor chuck smith. In view of the spiritual blessings with which god has enriched believers, and the deliverance which he has provided for individuals and the gentiles from their godless position to one of unity with him and one another, paul exhorts the ephesians to maintain their unified. By the time jesus wrote his letter, in revelation 2, the church of ephesus had left their first love, and were just going on with the motions of christianity, but lacking the vital emotion. These teachings are still being broadcast daily around the world on his radio program the word for today. Paul emphasizes that we have been saved, not only for our personal benefit, but also to bring praise and glory to god.
I recommend this volume to anyone who is not familiar with the basic themes of this epistle. Pastor chuck smith has written a versebyverse overview of the old. We need to see our position in christ, seated with him in heavenly places. 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. The key personalities of ephesians are the apostle paul and tychicus. You can find the best commentary on ephesians for you using the tools on the right side. He also rejects control of local church affairs by a governing board of elders.
This helps explain the personal greetings he included at the end of the letter, a practice he usually reserved for letters to churches he had not visited for example, romans. Pastor chuck smith was best known for his expository style of preaching, as he unpacked the truths of scripture while working his way through the entire bible from genesis to revelation. Ephesians 1 tlb dear christian friends at ephesus, ever. Chuck smith new testament bible studies book by book c2000 series chuck smith christianity 4. Their vision was to continue to share pastor chucks teaching ministry as long as the lord led. Snodgrass provides a great commentary on the book of ephesians. Sproul has himself written a very helpful introductory level commentary on it titled the purpose of god. Now, notice this is the first mention now that paul makes of your response to god. Pauls letter to the ephesians epistole bible studies book 3.
Nov 05, 20 teachings have changed my life pastor chuck smith teaching of the bible chapter by chapter has changed my life. Overview of the book of ephesians the letter opens with a sequence of statements about gods blessings, which are interspersed with a remarkable variety of expressions drawing attention to gods wisdom, forethought and purpose. Jul 27, 2010 periodically people have asked me for examples of my personal studies. About 30 years later jesus wrote a letter to the ephesians.
It is a good expositional commentary and ideal for devotions through the book of ephesians. The philosophy of calvary chapel concerning the role and function of the church is found in ephesians 4. I believe that denominations can and sometimes do stifle ministry growth. The book of ephesians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Pastor chuck smith teaches through the whole bible in a way that you can easily understand. We are here to provide access to his sermons, dvds books, and other resources as they become available. Ephesians 4 commentary chuck smith bible commentary. I read an article the other day on calvary chapel and chuck smith in christianity today entitled day of reckoning. Ephesians philippians colossians 1 thessalonians 2 thessalonians 1 timothy 2 timothy titus philemon hebrews james 1 peter 2 peter 1 john 2 john 3 john jude revelation. Pauls letter to the ephesians was written from rome in about 64 a.
See discussion of key words, a vital component of inductive bible study. To say that i was concerned after reading the article would be an understatement. 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. 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. Study guide for ephesians by chuck smith blue letter bible. Messages and study guide on three cds in mp3 format. Our desire is to see the body of christ grow in their knowledge of god through the study of his word. Ephesians indepth bible commentary the word for today. It was the capital of proconsular asia, being about a mile from the sea coast, and was the great religious, commercial and political center of asia. We have taken your feedback and are in the process of making changes to improve your experience and use of these resources.
Sprouls work, the following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the book of ephesians. Ephesians 6 commentary chuck smith bible commentary. So we now come to the final section of the book, the warfare of the believer. We strongly advise the purchase of this book, as it is multum in parvo, and will well repay an. 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. Ephesians 3 niv bible for this reason i, paul, the. The word for today is a nonprofit organization, and an outreach of calvary chapel of costa mesa. For this reason i, paul, the prisoner of christ jesus for the sake of you gentiles surely you have heard about the administration of gods grace that. Chuck smith new testament bible studies book by book. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god ephesians 1.
Old testament study guide old and new testament study guides. Tom constables expository notes on ephesians this is also available in the net. Ephesians 1 commentary chuck smith bible commentary. The only way to be prepared is to know and to memorize the scriptures. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god eph 1. Before paul wrote this letter to the christians in colossae, he had never been to their city colossians 2.
We have many young people that have gone from calvary chapel on these kibbutz. To teach the christians at ephesus the wonder and practical implications of being the church in christ. Those blessed saints that endured my whippings every sunday, and came. Ephesians 2 commentary chuck smith bible commentary. For convenience the complete list of audionotes appears below. Apr 01, 2009 chuck missler talks about the book of ephesians.
Just installed this module update, and noticed a few odd, undesirable things. Old testament study guide old and new testament study guides book 1 kindle edition by smith, chuck. Their vision was to continue to share pastor chuck s teaching ministry as long as the lord led. Chuck smith bible commentary robert clifton robinson. I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth. C2000 series on ephesians 1 by chuck smith blue letter bible. Smith believes denominations stifle ministry growth. Koinonia institute is an online bible institute with a focus on versebyverse study where serious christians can grow in knowledge, understanding, awareness and commitment. They saw a work of the spirit where many were added to the church and discipled. Ephesians 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely. Applying ephesians to my life from the desk of john king. The epistle to the ephesians is the most mystical of pauls epistles. Ephesians colossians philippians philemon paul remained in ephesus for nearly three years on his 3rd missionary journey.
Previously i read james montgomery boices commentary on phillippians which i thoroughly enjoyed. Read freely text sermons and articles by the speaker chuck smith in text and pdf format. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. I have shared with them my efforts to work through the book of ephesians using this method of personal study. Thank you for your feedback regarding the new twft layout. Text commentaries by chuck smith blue letter bible. Jim, a service station attendant by the will of god. An argument of the book of ephesians related media.
This time lets turn in our bible to the book of daniel, chapter 9. Chuck smith through the bible series is a remarkable achievement in that chuck preached through the whole bible in one year. Smith, chuck through the bible commentary c2000 series. In view of the spiritual blessings with which god has enriched believers, and the deliverance which he has provided for individuals and the gentiles from their godless position to one of unity with him and one another, paul exhorts the ephesians to maintain their unified position by loving one another, and by resisting demonic attacks in accordance with gods provisions. You notice i dedicated my last book to those people way back when. I think its easy to wonder when you read about a process from a distance if youre doing it right and so this is helpful to have a.
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