🕊️ Exegetical Commentary on Ephesians 1:7 (NKJV) “In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace.” — Ephesians 1:7 (NKJV) 📖 Context within Ephesians Chapter 1 Ephesians chapter 1[i] is a sweeping declaration of God’s eternal plan of salvation. The Apostle Paul opens with praise for God’s… Continue reading Ephesians 1:7
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Ephesians 2:18
Commentary on Ephesians 2:18 “For through Him we both have access by one Spirit to the Father.” Historical and Literary Context Ephesians 2[i] marks a pivotal transition from describing believers’ former deadness in sin to their new life in Christ. Verses 14–16 explain how Jesus, as our Peace, destroyed the dividing wall of hostility between Jews and… Continue reading Ephesians 2:18
Ephesians 4:29
Commentary on Ephesians 4:29 This passage not only instructs believers in their daily conduct but also reflects a deep theological truth about the transformation of the inner life, as evidenced in our speech, i.e., in light of God’s grace. Context and Overview of Ephesians 4 In Ephesians 4, Paul calls the members of the body of Christ to… Continue reading Ephesians 4:29
Ephesians 3:20–21
Commentary on Ephesians 3:20–21 This commentary draws on the immediate textual context of Ephesians 3 as well as the broader themes of God’s sovereignty, the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit, and the purpose of prayer and worship as they relate to modern Christian living. Exegesis and Theological Reflection Ephesians 3:20 reads: “Now to Him who is able… Continue reading Ephesians 3:20–21
Ephesians 6:2–3
Commentary on Ephesians 6:2–3 (New King James Version) Ephesians 6:2–3 (NKJV): "Honor your father and mother, which is the first commandment with a promise: 'that it may be well with you and you may live long on the earth.'" Theological Teaching from Ephesians 6:2–3 Ephesians 6:2–3 is a direct reference to the fifth commandment found… Continue reading Ephesians 6:2–3
What does Halloween mean to me?
At this time, most years people at work will ask me what I’m doing for Halloween. It’s an awkward question. I don’t have a fixed answer, but I do have some underlying thoughts associated with Halloween. My understanding of Halloween is largely based on what I’ve seen in my lifetime (I’m a child of the… Continue reading What does Halloween mean to me?
Ephesians 3:16
Commentary on Ephesians 3:16 (NKJV) Ephesians 3:16 (NKJV): "that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man," Context and Theological Insights Ephesians 3:16 is part of the Apostle Paul's prayer for the Ephesians, found in Ephesians 3:14–21. This prayer is… Continue reading Ephesians 3:16
