Study ephesians 6 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. That ye may be able to withstand that ye may not only stand fast in the liberty wherewith christ hath made you free, but also discomfit all your spiritual foes. In these two volumes barth has followed the structure of ephesians. A commentary on the epistle to the ephesians by charles hodge. The whole image here is of a soldier getting ready for battle against a formidable foe. This is a good read and i would add that the sword of the spirit. Ephesians 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, like many of ironsides writings, are a standard that has stood the test of time hi. The student may compare the description of the forging of aeneas armor by vulcan virgil, aeneid, viii. Collectively, they are all members of spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.
Ephesians 6 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians 6 and more. The book of ephesians reminds me of the book of colossians, because is telling us about being obedient to our parents. Ephesians 6 commentary ironsides notes on selected books. Ephesians 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. And masters should treat their servants with humanity, 9. The active role of the church is not altogether surprising, given the writers previous indication that god has raised us up with christ and seated us with him in the heavenly places 2. The more clearly any book of scripture, as this, treats of the economy of the kingdom of. The second section focuses on those blessings in relation to the son, e.
Evil powers are not described in ephesians 6 using a form of dunamai. Indeed, in identifying the mystery of the gospel, ephesians 6. Ephesians presents as a letter with a typical address, 1. Found this commentary used on amazon to add to my theological library.
Ephesians 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, like many of ironsides writings, are a standard that has stood. Ephesians and colossians summary the epistle to the ephesians. The niv life application commentary series is one of the best i have found to help prepare sunday school lessons. Read ephesians 6 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Armor god has prepared us for battle what do i need to know about the passage. To effectively use the sword of the spirit, we cant regard the bible as a book of magic. What the slaveholders didnt bother to quote was the rest of the passage, which goes on to say, masters, do the same things to them 6. Finally, be strong in the lord and in his mighty power. In chapter 6 paul gives instructions regarding three important areas of the believers life.
In the first chapter you have the doctrines of the gospel. Apr 25, 2011 an interpretative analysis of ephesians 6. The armor of god is talked about in the word of god in ephesians 6. Aug 23, 2015 such a donning of the armor of god on our part does not create us an impenetrable community who does not hear the cries of others. Although kennedy in new testament interpretation through rhetorical criticism states that the writer of ephesians is skilled in rhetoric, he, like many commentators, does not attempt a structural analysis of the epistle in. God is looking on and jotting everything down in his book of records. Gods word for you is a free bible study site committed to bringing you teaching and studies firmly grounded in the bible, and the bibles answers to your questions. But just as the epistle is an integral whole, so is the authors commentary. David guzik commentary on ephesians 6 explains how the believer is supposed to walk in the light and to fight the darkness. Ephesians 6 commentary by williamkang on june 29th, 2010. The slave narratives are replete with sentiments from former slaves who loved jesus but hated paul, because slaveholders regularly quoted ephesians 6. Now viewing scripture range from the book of ephesians chapter 6. Ephesians zondervan exegetical commentary on the new. This time, pauls writing to the church in ephesus and, boy, does he have a lot to say.
In these verses paul is bringing his letter to a close. Children, obey your parents because you belong to the lord, for this is the right thing to do. The great duty of children is, to obey their parents. Ephesians 6, new international version niv the bible app. Several years ago, i remember reading a story in tony dungys book. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. All christians are to put on spiritual armour against the enemies of their souls. For those of us who are sitting and walking, this tells us that standing effective spiritual warfare involves a two important attitudes concerning spiritual warfare. Horsfall is a commentators commentator writing with encyclopedic command. Ephesians 6 matthew henrys concise commentary on the bible. Apr 29, 2015 before he gets to the equipment, the full armor of god, paul tells the church at ephesus to be strong in the lord and in his mighty power 6. The whole armor is a complete system, both for offense and defense, that protects all the potential areas of vulnerability. However many conflicts he may have waged, he is still to be ever ready for fresh assaults, for in regard to them he may be quite sure that tomorrow will bring its own share of them, and that the evil day is never left behind so long as days still last. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations.
It does not render us invulnerable to change or to hearing the word of god uttered by others. Put on the full armor of god, so that you can take your stand against the devils schemes. John eadie, a commentary on the greek text of the epistle of paul to the ephesians outline. Ephesians 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Unfortunately, the local christian book store had decided not to continue stocking them.
Ephesians 6 commentary albert barnes notes on the whole bible. Why does the apostle use the word obey instead of honor, 167 which has a greater extent of meaning. With good will doing service, as to the lord, and not to men. This deep, spiritual letter discusses our position in christ, the body of christ, salvation by grace through faith, our christian inheritance, unity of the church, prayer, ministry, ethical right living, and instructions to fathers, husbands, wives, children, masters, employees, and employers. Working in the shadow of eduard norden in the authors own words, nicholas horsfall has written his own monumental commentary on aeneid 6. David guzik commentary on ephesians 6 explains how the believer is. Parents should be tender towards their children, 4. The meaning doubtless, is, that there would be a special providence, securing to those who were obedient to parents length of days. Cheryl the breath of life is his spirit so that which makes you you is spirit.
Knowing that whatsoever good thing any man doeth, the same shall he receive of the lord, whether he be bond or free. None of the pieces of equipment that follow are about us. Gods word for you is a free bible study site committed to. Here we have yet another letter from the apostle paul. The book of ephesians was written to gods holy people in ephesus ephesians 1. Comments on the book of ephesians chapter 6 from the king james bible online. The epistle to the ephesians chapter six objectives in studying the chapter 1 to understand the responsibilities of children and their fathers 2 to suggest how principles governing servants and masters can be applied to employees and their employers 3 to see the need to adorn ourselves with the whole of armor of god, that we might be. In verse 11, paul tells us to stand against the devils tricks. Ephesians 6 commentary all christians are to put on. Children and parents, employers and employees ephesians.
Children should obey their parents, that they may live long and be happy. All gods word for you bible studies are written from a reformed, conservative. He sees that you behave in an unchristian way toward those dependent largely on you. The christian slaves submission must be inward, as well as outward. Study the bible online using commentary on ephesians 6. Spiritual strength and courage are needed for our spiritual warfare and suffering. The first area is an exhortation on how to maintain harmony and attract gods blessing within our family and work environments. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of the bible. If you honor your father and mother, things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth. We must hold our ground as we fight against the pressures of satan and this world. Notice the number of times in these few verses that we are exhorted to stand. Ephesians 6 bible commentary the geneva study bible.
Of all pauls books, ephesians contains the highest of spiritual truth concerning christian life. This is horsfalls fifth largescale commentary on the aeneid, and as his earlier commentaries on books 7, 11, 3, and 2, this is not a commentary aimed at undergraduates. Ephesians 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary by albert barnes, a dedicated student of the bible, continues to be very popular even today. Ephesians 6 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Ephesians 6 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Honor your father and mother this is the first commandment with a promise, that it may be well with you and that you may live long on the earth. His gift to us was his son jesus who left heavans glory to come down to earth. Servants should show all obedience and fidelity to their masters, 58. New testament commentary, ephesians grand rapids, michigan. Ephesians the epistle to the ephesians is a complete body of divinity. Those who would prove themselves to have true grace, must aim at all grace. Ephesians 6 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. At the end of the day it is completely irrelevant if the particular opponent we face is a principality, a power, or a ruler of the darkness of this age. The reason for this urgent instruction is the nature of the christians opponent in.
He has one last practical suggestion for his readers vv. The duty of servants is summed up in one word, obedience. Ephesians chapter 3 kjv king james version ann you are exactly correct. Ephesians zondervan exegetical commentary on the new testament series book 10 kindle edition by zondervan, clinton e. Bible track is an online bible commentary and study site plus a bible reading plan. All christians are to put on spiritual armour against the enemies of their. As the book abounds with spiritual riches yet at the same time it is full of practical tips for christian living. All should be strong in the lord, and be armed with his armour, because of their wily, powerful, and numerous foes, 10.
Ephesians 6, new american standard bible nasb the bible app. Commentaries for ephesians chapter 6 the duties of children and parents. Why is it significant that paul says twice in this passage here and again in 6. In classical greek of the full armor of a heavyarmed soldier. This is a chronologicallyordered bible site with commentary on each passage.
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