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Kingman Christian Church
Introduction to the Letter to the Ephesians
Archived – November 26, 2023
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Main Scripture Reference(s)
 Acts 18:18-27
Acts 19, Acts 20, Revelation 2:1-7

Introduction to the Letter to the Ephesians

November 26, 2023 / Pastor Brian Van Dyke / Acts 18:18-27

History and Background of the Assemblies of Ephesus and Paul’s Involvement
  • Paul’s first encounter with Ephesus was at the end of his missionary journey. (MULTILINE NOTE BIG)
  • Ephesus
    • of Asia
    • Important city
    • Population of 200,000 to 250,000
    • Considered a “ city” in modern terms
    • of Artemis worship

  • Paul most likely did not the first assembly in Ephesus.

  • Paul’s had a great impact on the development and growth of the Ekklasia in Ephesus.

  • The growth of the Ekklasia was so great it the worship of Artemis.

  • Before being imprisoned, Paul warned the elders that would become a threat.

  • After release, Paul went back and discovered false teachers had .

  • Paul left to combat the false teaching.

  • In Revelation Jesus commends the Ephesians for being vigilant about rejecting false teaching but them for having “forsaken the love [they] had at first.”

  • Tradition says the Apostle settled in Ephesus with Jesus’ mother Mary.

Argument against claims that Paul did not write.
  • The letter is more impersonal because it was probably written to a audience than other letters.

  • However, it is written with the that the readers are familiar with the author.

  • The for the letter is different than any other letter written by Paul.

  • The similarity to makes sense being they were written around the same time.

What to expect from Ephesians
  • The letter is broken into two sections.
    • Chapters 1-3 are an explanation of the .
    • Chapters 4-6 are an explanation of what it looks like to to the Gospel (Gospel living).

  • This letter ought to our understanding of the Gospel and its power to transform.

  • It should also a greater response to God’s love.

Think about it.

To be done during quiet time sometime this week. You are encouraged to talk about these questions with others.

  1. Spend time reading through the letter.
  2. Why do you think it was important for Paul to write the letter?

  3. What information does it provide about the gospel that you may not have known?

  4. What are some other things that popped out at you as you read the letter?

  5. Make a list of any questions you might have and keep them on hand as we go through the letter.

  6. What is one way you can respond to what God is saying to you in this letter?

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