Ephesians 1:15-17 Bible Study Questions, Ephesians 2:1-3, an Introduction Ephesians 3:14-21 The Fullness of God's Love, Ephesians 3:20-21 God's Unlimited Power A bond or glue keeps things together. When this is done, the Spirit can and will mightily work. Although there might be the lack of outward conflict, there can still be the inner tension. I have had to learn how to live at peace with all sorts of people. On the other hand, think what it is like to have a humble or prideful husband who always thinks he is right. There was no consideration of one another. Ephesians 4:31 The Tree of Bitterness, Ephesians 5:22,24 Wives be Subject to your Husband It must be miserable to waste even one day or even a minute being unhappy. Ephesians 4 - A Study Guide by Mark A. Copeland. Do you have peace in your life? Forgiveness brings a healing power that overcomes offenses. Ephesians 4:4-5 Reason for Oneness There is no doubt that we cannot always solve every relationship but, more than likely, we can live at peace with most people. Questions (Ephesians 3:1-10) Unity can be bad when the ungodly act in opposition to God. The Lord Himself told us that we were not to tear the tares out early. Ephesians: Discipleship Lessons, by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson JesusWalk Bible Study Series Participant Guide Handout Sheets If you’re working with a class or small group, feel free to duplicate the following handouts in this appendix at no additional charge. Definitely not. I hope I did! Outward uniformity is as yet unattainable; but What happens in such situations is that each individual follows his own appetite. They all dashed in one direction - towards the tables. We exert ourselves so that we can get that job done. He doesn’t like her not so subtle reminders and simply ignores them. Ephesians 4:1-3 Bible Study Questions Ephesians 4:11 Gifts in the church Should the husband just ignore his wife? Patience is that special ‘art’ of getting excited to help others be efficient in what they are doing even to our own detriment. We need the Spirit of God to give us this peace of heart which then provides peace with those about us. He not only reminds us of this calling but entreats us to live according to this vision of what God has given to us. is not characterized by these things, then we need to change our approach to life or our problems will only worsen. How do I know? Peace is not just something acquired so that we can sleep well, but it shapes our relationship with God and others too. Instead, it allows us to exude a kind spirit in disruptive situations. As "faith" is mentioned, Ephesians 4:5, so "hope" here, and "love," Ephesians 4:2. Ephesians 4:26-27 The Urgency of Resolving Anger Speaking the truth in love The cashier next to me was busy with one person and then another. Was this unity? Ephesians 2:4–7 (ESV) We are seated with Christ Jesus in the heavenly places. This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is earthly, natural, demonic. Her rudeness and unwillingness to provide general courtesies shocked me. Thumper Introduction: 1. A good test of our humility is to ask, “Do you see the need for others?” Humbling ourselves is an active step of thinking properly about oneself in the overall context of life. The parents know their child has a problem. Ephesians 3:2-5 The Reliability of the Gospel Ephesians 6:1-4 An Excellent Proof Ephesians 6:1-4 Children and Parents W.F. Ephesians 4:6 One God & Father Ephesians 2:11-22 Objectives: The student can identify some of the Temple imagery employed by Paul. God’s way is always the best way. Parents must pursue clear standards and discipline challenges to respect. As long as they each get their portion, they are happy. One had to be careful not to be trodden down by others. In these two verses Paul lists 5 things we are to pay attention to in order to carry out this vision of oneness with the Lord and others. See How They All Connect. Ephesians 4:1 speaks about what the Lord has given to us in Christ: our calling. We would be more than happy to rewrite the verse to fit our experiences. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. The Holy Spirit, as the common higher principle of life ( Ephesians 2:18 Ephesians 2:22), gives to the Church its true unity. Is a quiet house a peaceful home? Tension is arising. With all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing forbearance to one another in love, being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace” (Ephesians 4:1-3). Unity describes how brothers and sisters function as one. Sometimes I am on the receiving side, but to be true, sometimes I have taken part in that critical side. Ephesians 2:3 C) Man's Heart But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy. He is dead – v.1 He is spiritually dead; and unable to … As a husband, I have had to see what it means to live at peace with my wife. With all lowliness and meekness, with long-suffering, forbearing one another in love; with all lowliness of mind and unselfishness, and with patience, bearing with one another lovingly, and earnestly striving to maintain. And this is what they began to do, and now nothing which they purpose to do will be impossible for them” (Genesis 11:6). But in this case, he could solve the problem! Ephesians 4:2-3 ~ "B) The Oneness of the Body" is part 3 of 8 of The Bible Teacher's Commentary on Ephesians 4:1-6 which discusses the five ways he says the people of God obtain unity of the Spirit. To be brief, we have been cheated. Ephesians 4:16 Summary: Function of the Church The mission to train the child makes the focus on the child more important than most other things. ÏοÏ, μεÏá½° μακÏοθÏ
μίαÏ, á¼Î½ÎµÏÏμενοι á¼Î»Î»Î®Î»Ïν á¼Î½ á¼Î³Î¬Ïá¿. Peace itself, Paul says, is a glue of sorts. They speak of ways we are to conduct ourselves with other believers: humble, gentle, patient, forbearance and diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit. That is great for ambulances but not for us. It is easy to respond nice to nice people, but when we meet a grump, it is easy to be grumpy back. Allow me to summarize two important reminders before going on. This requires, of course, each individual to submit his own will to the Lord. Just think about the difference between having a patient or impatient wife. Peace has two meanings. Ephesians 4:11-13 Bible Study Questions, Ephesians 4:14 B) Responsibility 1. First, the Ephesians—and all Christians—are to live in humility. Ephesians 2:1 A) Man's Nature Ephesians 6:1-4 A Lesson to Parents Christian Globe. 1-16, purity – 4:17-5:17, harmony – Eph. Ephesians - Lesson 4 By Curt Niccum The Rebuilding of the Temple. “Preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace” (Ephesians 4:1-3). Preserving the unity of the body stands at a higher priority than purity. The world might seem to function as a unity in some respects, but they have their selfish desires propelling them. What should they do? Once I was invited to this government banquet. Ephesians 2:19-22 Bible Study Questions, Ephesians 3:1-10 Growing in Our Commitment Our experience does not ring true with the command to preserve unity. Ephesians, Lesson #5 God’s Marvelous Plan for the Gentiles Ephesians 3.1 – 13. We need to recognize that the unity that we are searching for is a unity from the Spirit of God. She told me she was closed but her window had no indication of that. Work toward unity and blessing will be found (Psalm 133). Lesson Nine Walk Circumspectly, Not As Fools Ephesians 4:17 – 5:21 If you can’t say somethin’ nice, don’t say nothin’ at all. Ephesians 1:1 Only by the Will of God It is the individual greed in each person like a compass that makes them work together. [ See verse text ] Living in a manner worthy of Christ's calling (Ephesians 4:1) includes four traits described in this verse. All that brought was longstanding tension. Temporary circumstances seem to solve the problem for a while, but once those relationships grow then so do the problems. Ephesians 1:1-3 Every Spiritual Blessing I only was trying to preserve the status quo. Have you ever prayed for renewal? LESSON 5 – Ephesians 4 Read the following Scripture passages and complete the form for each day. Ephesians 4:13 The final goal In this verse, we see it is peace which binds the hearts of individuals together. We have a greater purpose of working closely together. Peace is not just tolerating those that you don’t get along with. Adeney Ephesians 6:1-4 Children and Their Parents D. Thomas Ephesians 6:1-4 Children Should Look to Jesus Ephesians 6 Having just discussed unity and love of the brethren, Paul now moves to a discussion of Christian purity and holiness. Ephesians 5:31-33 Building a Great Marriage Let me describe it through an illustration. The first four character qualities are essential to carrying out this mission. I have been troubled for a long time on what Paul means by 'preserve the unity of the Spirit.' “And they were continually devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. But it also can be a disguise that that keeps true unity from every being reached. But words that imply the unity is already present seem to counter our life experience. Maybe you differ with a small group leader or another on how he or she does something. The more the unity, that is, the more people with a similar mindset (seen in the wide ends of the bowtie going to far left or right), whether for bad or good, brings about an intensified response from God: judgment for the wicked and blessing for the obedient. The unity of the Spirit is quite different. “Being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace” (Ephesians 4:3). LESSON 3 * PART 4 * BOOK 37 Ephesians 4:1-11 – Part 2 It’s so thrilling to hear people tell us that they have a love for the Word that they’ve never had before. "THE EPISTLE TO THE EPHESIANS" Chapter Four OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THE CHAPTER 1) To see the importance of walking in unity and purity 2) To appreciate the gifts Christ has given the church for our edification, and the need for each one to do their share SUMMARY Beginning with this chapter and … Things will settle down later. Unity & Diversity on Genesis 10-11 Ephesians 1:1-3 Bible Study Questions On the other hand, when God’s people are with one heart and mind seeking God’s will, we discover God’s great blessing upon them like in the early church. Ephesians 2.1 - 10 Ephesians, Lesson #4 Reconciled Through Christ Ephesians 2.11 - 22 Ephesians, Lesson #5 God’s Marvelous Plan for the Gentiles Ephesians 3.1 – 13 Ephesians, Lesson #6 A Prayer for the Ephesians Ephesians 3.14 - 21 Unity and This is what Paul begins to address here in Ephesians 4:2-3. Ephesians 4:14-16 Bible Study Questions, Ephesians 4:11-14 Chart: Equipping of the Saints As a Dad, I have had to learn what it is to preserve the unity of the Spirit with my family. Ephesians 3:20-21 Bible Study Questions, Introduction: Problems of Disunity Once I mention it, you probably understand my problem. If we do not have peace in our hearts, it is hard to have peace with others. NIV, Storyline Bible, Comfort Print: Each Story Plays a Part. Note God’s advice for Hagar after she has become prideful and despised Sarai her mistress. “And the LORD said, “Behold, they are one people, and they all have the same language. Of course, no one thinks absolutely the same. When God’s design for respect toward the parents is not met, the family can become an awful place to live. We were made with differences, including the different ways male and females approach life. I think it would be better to write, “Being diligent to make the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” Words like make, create, form or plan would all work. Learning Goal: Students will learn from Ephesians 4 what makes a believer’s walk worthy before the Lord. We sing about it, write about it The word ‘diligence’ speaks about a persistent attitude in which one tackles some problem. Pretend unity is not unity. A unity can occur when people have the same mindset. Ephesians, Lesson #4 Reconciled Through Christ Ephesians 2.11 - 22. I allowed a lack of confrontation to stand for unity or peace. We hope there is no outburst of anger and shouting matches. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. It is a superficial unity. There is often, a desperate cry in our hearts, “How?”. Bible Study Questions are provided at the end. But it definitely was not the unity of the Spirit. You are in fact fighting against God’s good ways. When the food buffet opened, there was a dash to get to the table. Some of you, perhaps, only know how to treat your parents disrespectfully. For now, however, we will leave this topic and return to it shortly. Or if there is disagreement in Biblical instruction or teaching, should we always be quiet? When they persisted after one goal, they could accomplish amazing things. Sometimes I did better than at others. The church is also to be a unity. Ephesians 4:4, the very next verse, states “There is one body and one Spirit.” When He is working in each individual, each individual is seeking to accomplish His purpose. What if there are differences in the church? Ephesians 4:25 – 5:2 Live in Love By Lois Parker Edstrom You will meet people who are unpleasant, unkind, cranky, and short-tempered. Ephesians 1:15-23 Objectives: The student can list the three things that Paul specifically wants the Ephesians to know (power, placement, and purity). Lessons on Ephesians Lesson 1: The Church at Ephesus Lesson 2: Themes in Relationships Lesson 3: What God Has Done Lesson 4: Praise and Prayer Lesson 5: The Church: God's Workmanship Lesson 6: The Church Without Walls Lesson 7: God's Mystery A husband knows something is wrong. Lesson 13: Salvation is Totally of God (Ephesians 2:4-7) Lesson 14: Salvation by Grace through Faith Alone (Ephesians 2:8-9) Lesson 15: Salvation and Good Works (Ephesians 2:10) Lesson 16: Remembering Then, but Now! This might come in the form of cursing, laziness, stealing or just plain selfishness. If you do not value each other, then you know there is a problem. Ephesians 4:2-3 ~ "B) The Oneness of the Body" is part 3 of 5 of The Bible Teaching Commentary on Ephesians 4:1-3 which discusses the five ways he says the people of God obtain unity of the Spirit. The same with the family. Ephesians 3:20-21 Unlimited Power When we are patient, we will not so easily blow up or react against others. We need to constantly work on growing in these areas. Marriage and family were to function as a unity. Through this passage the Lord has given me a renewed energy to live out this unity despite the challenges I face. “Then the angel of the LORD said to her, “Return to your mistress, and submit yourself to her authority” (Genesis 16:9). Disharmony, restlessness, agitation, conflict and irritation that describe the loss of peace. Ephesians 2:8 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.” Ephesians 6:10 “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” Ephesians 4:2 “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient Many people move house, job, church and mate just to find peace. There was to be a speech, but it seemed that most people were interested in the free food. I have tried to work on some situations, but at other times I have just let it go. Ephesians 4:12 Purpose of equipping Ephesians 1:1-14 Redemption & Sovereignty It is a beginning. “If possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men.” (Romans 12:18). This kind of unity was exactly what God desired: people centering their lives around Him. Ephesians 2:8-9 A) Purpose of Salvation Ephesians, Lesson #6 A Prayer for the Ephesians Ephesians 3.14 - 21. Deceit Next =>. “Showing forbearance to one another in love” emphasizes the need to actually forgive one another. A patient wife is not demanding but understanding. When God designed marriage, He no doubt was thinking of the beauty of unity. It stood out because it didn’t fit. Things are right when you go out of your way to help others reach that success. When I train my child some certain task, I need to be constantly alert to his or her needs and demands. We see a positive example when the people of God unite in prayer to God. Does Paul mean that you should be quiet and not say anything? This is what we all need to yearn for even if it takes our whole being. The father is the head of the home. Paul says it is agape love that keeps unity. It’s easy to get too used to that word. Ephesians 1:1-2 Paul’s salutation to the Ephesians Ask a As a pastor, I have had to get involved in the details of people’s lives. Just ignore the problem? So I had to get at behind the person at the other register. They made sacrifices to help others. The parents are responsible for their children. You might even think that this is normal or cool. Ephesians 1:3 Every Spiritual Blessing Lesson 29: Vital Signs of a Healthy Body (Ephesians 4:14-16) Related Media Whenever you feel sick and go to the doctor, he will check your vital signs. Ephesians 4:17-21 He calleth men off from the vain and impure conversation of the heathen world, Ephesians 4:22-24 to renounce the old, and to put on the new, man, Ephesians 4:25 to discard lying, Ephesians 4:26,27 and sinful anger. Ephesians 4:1 Calling to Unity Instead, we work regularly, diligently, perseveringly in order to accomplish some certain task. Paul's Second Missonary Journey to Ephesus - Map People believe that they are more familiar with the concept of unity than they really are. Ephesians 4 – These last three chapters Paul explains our duty and responsibilities in Christ. You just want a quiet house. Nor are we to be like the sporadic individuals who only comes alive for an important test. We should not allow the absence of outward conflict to define the peace that God wants to give to us. The good thing is that we largely need to focus on our own individual lives. LESSON 4: EPHESIANS 2:1-10 Introduction Having used the physical resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ to illustrate the power of salvation in the previous section of the epistle (1:15-23), Paul now reminds his readers of their spiritual resurrection, a phenomenon which can only be attributed to God’s grace. I understand this. Have you ever sung a song about revival? There is no peace here. The lesson is prepared with older students in mind. That’s the reason we teach. And the seed whose fruit is righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace” (James 3:14-18). Peace is a commonly used word but not very often well understood. At other times, I ducked and avoided. LESSON 4 - EPHESIANS 2:11-3:13 37 LESSON 5 - EPHESIANS 4:1-16 47 LESSON 6 - EPHESIANS 4:17-32 55 This is, of course, the point of this scripture portion. Ephesians 6:17 Sword of Spirit, B) Our Oneness of the Body (Ephesians 4:2-3), C) The Preservation of Unity (Ephesians 4:3), D) The Doctrine of Unity (Ephesians 4:4-6), Overcoming Anxiety: Finding Peace; Discovering God, Paul's Second Missonary Journey to Ephesus - Map. Ephesians 2:8-10, an Introduction Division, isolation, offensive words and unforgiving attitudes quickly develop. I finally asked whether my cashier would help me complete the purchase of the milk. Our old nature just naturally has us think more of ourselves as more important than others. And everyone kept feeling a sense of awe; and many wonders and signs were taking place through the apostles. Questions (Ephesians 2:8-10) Ephesians 1:2 Only in Christ Jesus Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. He thinks it is better to let her deal with the trouble rather than getting involved. Ephesians 2:2 B) Man's World Grow up into Christ If our style of being a husband, wife, parent, leader, etc. Lesson 2 Bible: Ephesians 1:4, Romans 5:8, Ephesians 1:5 Ephesians 1:6-7 Description: A major theme in Ephesians—and really all of Paul’s writings—is the amazingness of God’s grace. The ‘Bowtie Unity’ diagram below describes God’s response to these different kinds of unity. Let me give you some illustrations. Where I have had insight, humility and boldness, I have reaped peace. You may want to suggest that students mark scripture mastery passages in a distinctive way so they will be able to locate them easily. Ephesians 1:1-3 Introduction in text. Before going more into what this ‘preserve’ means and how this practically works out in our lives, let us first introduce the other concepts given in the last phrase of verse 3. Ephesians 5:25 Marital Love The ‘two shall become one.’ Otherwise, why design a lifelong relationship where there are arguments, infighting, bitterness and competition? Ephesians 3:6-7 The Glory of the Gospel One can walk away from a relationship or commitment, but the lack of peace still resides deep in one’s heart. We read about it earlier when those early Christians were actually selling their property to care for everyone in need. with all meekness and mildness, with patience supporting each other in charity [with patience supporting, or up-bearing, together in charity]. What does Ephesians 4:2 mean? When we do, we are basically asking God to remove those things that keep God’s people from being filled with the Spirit. all rule and authority and dominion and power and above every Paul admonishes us to walk in unity – vv. Ephesians 4:2-3 Our Oneness of the Body I tended to endure misunderstandings rather than with a prayerful heart go and carefully clear them up. Christians are unfortunately better at pretending unity than actually possessing it. Lessons on Ephesians Lesson 1: The Church at Ephesus Lesson 2: Themes in Relationships Lesson 3: What God Has Done Lesson 4: Praise and Prayer Lesson 5: The Church: God's Workmanship Lesson 6: The Church Without Walls Lesson 7: God's Mystery As a missionary, I met many non-Christians and worked with many Christians. Their sense of unity is framed around their hope and willingness to use others to get what they so desperately want. Ephesians 3:21 God's Amazing Glory Ephesians - Lesson 2 By Curt Niccum A Saving Knowledge. It refers to inward peacetranquility, or the peace between individualsharmony. This doesn’t mean that we as individuals have no value, but instead calls us to keep the right perspective of others and not be confused by the inflated value of ourselves over others. Ephesians 4:11–14 is a scripture mastery passage. 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