New Testament Survey
CHAPTER NINE
EPHESIANS
OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:
- Name the author of the book of Ephesians.
- Identify to whom the book of Ephesians was written.
- State the purpose for the book of Ephesians.
- Write the Key Verse of the book of Ephesians from memory.
- State the Life and Ministry Principle for the book of Ephesians.
INTRODUCTION
AUTHOR: Paul
TO WHOM: The church at Ephesus.
PURPOSE: To inform believers of their wealth in Christ and instruct concerning their walk in Christ.
KEY VERSE: Ephesians 1:3
LIFE AND MINISTRY PRINCIPLE: Believers are heirs to both the blessings (the wealth) and the responsibilities (the walk) of their calling in Christ.
MAIN CHARACTERS: Paul, Tychicus
OUTLINE
Part One: Our Wealth In Christ Ephesians 1:1-3:21
I. Introduction: Ephesians 1:1-2
A. From Paul: Ephesians 1:1
B. To the saints at Ephesus: Ephesians 1:1
C. Grace and peace from God and Jesus: Ephesians 1:2