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 - October 6, 2017
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From Series: "The Gospel According to Paul -- PA 2017"
1Co 15:3-4 says 'For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scripturesand that He was buried and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.' October 6-8 2017 was the annual Basic Training Bible Ministries conference in Western Pennsylvania. The Abundant Life Church and Gene Cunningham presented: 'The Gospel According to Paul.'