Ephesians
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
Explore Ephesians with this concise study guide commentary from Dr. Curtis Vaughan—former distinguished professor of New Testament at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Marrying solid exegesis with clear explanations and practical insights, this well-loved guide is a trusty aid for pastors preparing sermons, leaders teaching a Bible study, or the layperson looking to better understand Ephesians, connect it to the entire narrative of Scripture, and apply it to everyday life.
Top Highlights
“Fifth, the ultimate2 end of God’s choice, of His foreordination of sinners, is ‘the praise of the glory (splendor) of his grace’ (vs. 6).” (Page 23)
“Lowliness’ speaks of humility, the attitude born of a proper estimate of self” (Page 88)
“Grace is God’s free, loving favor lavished on the undeserving. ‘Peace,’ which is a consequence of experiencing God’s favor, signified not simply the absence of strife but the presence of positive blessings.” (Page 16)
“Meekness’ conveys the notions of gentleness toward men and submission to God” (Page 88)
“Throughout the letter, Paul insists that God is working out His great purpose for mankind by calling men to Christ and forming in Christ a new, redeemed society. This redeemed society, which constitutes God’s new people, is referred to in various ways in the letter; for example, as God’s people (1:2, tcnt), God’s heritage (1:11, tcnt), God’s building (2:19–22), Christ’s body (1:22, 23), Christ’s bride (5:22–31), the church (1:22; 3:10; 21, et al.), and one new man (2:14, 15).” (Pages 11–12)