Have you ever stood in great need of comfort and encouragement? If so, you know that in time of affliction, there is no thought or word that has deeper meaning, nor any possession of greater value, than that of effective and genuine comfort. The objective of this study is to equip us to have the assurance that there is comfort available, and to know how to be comforted, as well as how to be a comfort to others in the fires of affliction.
Gene Cunningham - June 9, 2003
Ephesians #40
Family emphasis -- relationships to the Father, the Son and each other (Joh 14:15-24, Eph 3:15). Restoration to fellowship is simple because Christ's work on the cross is complete; restoration is easy (Eph 5:18). The filling of the Spirit impacts wives, husbands, children and servants in the ways found in Eph 5:19-33. Four things our soul craves that were lost at the fall of Adam: (1) a sense of identity (we are much more than what we do), (2) a sense of acceptance with people, (3) a personal sense of value, and (4) a sense of purpose. Each member of the Godhead has a purpose that is seen in the role of a family.
Scripture References: Ephesians 5:18, Ephesians 3:15, John 14:15-24, Ephesians 5:19-33
From Series: "Ephesians"
More than any book Ephesians reveals the blessings from God based on our relationship with Jesus Christ by grace through faith. Eph 1:3 is the a key verse. Other key verses by chapter include Eph 2:8 Eph 3:19 Eph 4:1 Eph 5:18 and Eph 6:10-11.