Ephesians is a “Prison Epistle,” along with Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon (see Eph 3:1, Eph 4:1, and Eph 6:20). Written by Paul from Rome, the epistle expands on themes in Colossians, much as Romans does to Galatians. Whereas Colossians develops the all-sufficiency of Christ to the Church, Ephesians shows the blessings of that “fullness” enjoyed by the members of God’s family. The idea of unity resulting from reconciliation runs strong through the book (Eph 1:9-10; Eph 2:16-18; Eph 3:4-6; Eph 4:3-6; Eph 5:30-32; Eph 6:18-20). It is possible that the epistle was actually a circular letter to the churches of Asia. Paul’s goal is to inform the saints of their privileged status and exhort them to live in a way worthy of their standing.
Gene Cunningham - August 13, 2017
Joyful, Patient, Faithful - Session 6
From Series: "Joyful Patient Faithful -- Iowa Bible Conference 2017"
The annual Bible conference in Iowa was 25-27 August 2017. The theme verse for the conference was Rom 12:12 which says 'Be joyful in hope patient in tribulation and faithful in prayer.' Conference sessions were taught by Kevin Fiedler Gene Cunningham Bob Norris and Doug Wray.