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Ephesians 1:1-14

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bulletReading the Text:
bullet NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
bullet The Bible Gateway: NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
bulletThe Blue Letter Bible. KJV, alternate versions, Greek text with concordance, commentaries.
bulletThe World Wide Study Bible includes commentary, exposition and sermons.
bulletHistorical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:
bullet"Atonement and Forgiveness," Comparative World Scriptures from United Communities of Spirit.
bullet Similitude VIII.2, Shepherd of Hermas. (c.145)
bullet I.III.4, I.X.1, III.XVI.6, IV.XXIV.2, V.VIII.1, V.XIV.3, V.XX.2, Adversus Haereses, Irenaeus of Lyons. (c. 180)
bullet Chapter XIV, Adversus Judaeos, Tertullian (c. 198)
bullet VI.9, Stromata, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
bullet II.9, On The Apparel of Women, Tertullian (c. 202)
bullet Chapter LIII, On the Resurrection of the FleshTertullian (c. 211)
bullet V.17, V.19, Against Marcion, Tertullian (c. 212)
bullet Chapter V, On Monogamy, Tertullian (c. 215)
bullet III.V.4, First Principles (De Principiis), Origen. (c.225)
bulletCommentary by St. John Chrysostom.
bullet"Fain would I understand why it is that wealth is so eagerly pursued by mankind. Why surely for this reason hath God set a limit and a boundary to our nature, that we may have no need to go on seeking wealth beyond it. For instance He hath commanded us, to clothe the body in one, or perhaps in two garments; and there is no need of any more to cover us. Where is the good of ten thousand changes of raiment, and those moth-eaten?"
bulletFrom the Geneva Notes.
bullet"The faithful are said to be gathered together in Christ, because they are joined together with him through faith, and become as it were one man."
bulletThe Purpose of God's Decrees, Thomas Boston (Puritan, c 1700)
bullet"...the glory of one attribute is more seen in one work than in another: in some things there is more of his goodness, in other things more of his wisdom is seen, and in others more of his power. But in the work of redemption all his perfections and excellencies shine forth in their greatest glory."
bulletFrom Matthew Henry's Commentary.
bullet"Christ united the two differing parties, God and man, in his own person, and satisfied for that wrong which caused the separation. He wrought, by his Spirit, those graces of faith and love, whereby we are made one with God, and among ourselves."
bulletFrom Wesley's Notes.
bullet"The sealing seems to imply, A full impression of the image of God on their souls, A full assurance of receiving all the promises, whether relating to time or eternity."
bulletFrom the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
bullet"This "remission," being the explanation of "redemption," includes not only deliverance from sin's penalty, but from its pollution and enslaving power, negatively; and the reconciliation of an offended God, and a satisfaction unto a just God, positively."
bulletFrom The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.
bullet"The "earnest" money was a small part of the purchase money given in hand to bind the bargain. Paul says that the Holy Spirit given to God's children is such earnest of the inheritance that he will bestow, a small part given now as a proof to his adopted children."
bulletContemporary Commentary, Studies and Exegesis:
bullet Ephesians 1:3-14, Proper 15B: Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
bullet "First Thoughts on Year B Epistle Passages in the Lectionary: Pentecost 6," William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
bullet"That vision of Christ is then a vision for the church and the whole world. It already shows itself where barriers and prejudice are broken down. The 'you, too' is part of the realisation of the vision."
bullet "Thinking Blessing," "Thinking and Practicing Reconciliation": The Ephesians Texts for Pentecost 8-14, Ronald Olson, Word & World Texts in Context, Luther Northwestern Theological Seminary, 1997.
bullet Ephesians 1:3-14, Reconciled in Christ: Ministry in Light of Ephesians, Wendell W. Frerichs, Word & World Texts in Context, Luther Northwestern Theological Seminary, 1988.
bullet "Spiritual Blessings in Christ," Ephesians 1:3-14. Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources. Includes detailed textual notes.
bullet"The opening passage in Ephesians, 1:3-14, is virtually one long sentence made up of compound clauses, the principal clause being v3, 'who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ.'"
bullet "The Calling and Design of the Church: A Study in Ephesians," by Lehman Strauss at the Biblical Studies Foundation.
bullet"Too many of us place the emphasis upon those things that are temporal and transient while we neglect the values that are spiritual and eternal."
bullet Environmental & earth-centered reflections, Rev John Gibbs, from the Episcopal Diocese of Minnesota Environmental Stewardship Commission.
bullet"In an age of anxiety when "the center does not hold," this cosmic view of redemption speaks most to the point of our need."
bullet Ephesians 1:3-14, Christmas 2: Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
bullet "First Thoughts on Year B Epistle Passages in the Lectionary: Christmas 2," William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
bullet"The doxological flight path of our passage can lead into other worlds. It can however also enable us to see ourselves, our world and our place in it in ways that are earthed, especially when read within the whole tradition."
bulletArticles & Background:
bullet "Translating a#gioj in Col 1,2 and Eph 1,1," Thomas B. Slater, Biblica, 2006.
bullet"...from grammatical, linguistic, theological and literary perspectives, the best translation of a#gioj in Col 1,2 and Eph 1,1 is as an adjective."
bullet "A Call for Evangelical Nonviolence," Ronald J. Sider, The Christian Century, 1976.
bullet"The exultant New Testament view that Jesus triumphed over the principalities and powers in the resurrection offers a sure foundation for enduring hope."
bulletArticles in ATLAS Journals. (Direct link when you are subscribed and logged in to ATLASerials online collection of Religion and Theology Journals.):
bulletCouch, Beatriz Melano, "Blessed Be He Who Has Blessed," International Review of Mission, 1988.
bulletHann, Robert R., "Election, The Humanity of Jesus, and Possible Worlds," Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, 1986.
bulletNewman, Carey C., "Election and Predestination in Ephesians 1:4-6a: An Exegetical-Theological Study of the Historical, Christological Realization of God's Purpose," Review and Expositor, 1996.
bulletNewman, Carey C., "Ephesians 1:3 - A Primer to Paul's Grammar of God," Review and Expositor, 1998.
bulletNeyrey, Jerome H., S.J., "God, Benefactor and Patron: The Major Cultural Model for Interpreting the Deity in Greco-Roman Antiquity," Journal for the Study of the New Testament, 2005.
bulletRobbins, Charles J., "The Composition of Eph 1:3-14," Journal of Biblical Literature, 1986.
bulletWoodcock, Eldon, "The Seal of the Holy Spirit," Bibliotheca Sacra, 1998.
bulletSermons:
bullet "God's Promises for You: I Forgive You," the Rev. Allen Hunt, Day 1, 2007.
bullet "The Strong Will of God," "Lavish Grace," from a series of sermons on the book of Ephesians by Pastor Edward F. Markquart, Grace Lutheran Church in Des Moines, Washington.
bulletWith Children:
bullet "God's Branding Iron," Bryan Clements, sermons4kids.com.
bulletDrama:
bullet"Circle of Love," John McNeil, dramatix.
bullet "Don't You See Me?" Glenn A. Hascall, dramatix.
bullet"The Burden," Diane Schaffner, dramatix.
bullet "Dirty Laundry," Eric Stapleton, dramatix.
bullet"The Great Veggie Heist of Artesian Valley," Glenn A. Hascall, dramatix.
bullet "Check, Please!" Scott Phillips, dramatix.
bullet"The Chalkboard," Sarah Musselwhite, dramatix.
bulletGraphics & Bulletin Materials:
bulletEphesians 1:4-5, Ephesians 1:9-10, Heartlight - Free Christian PowerPoint Backgrounds.
bulletHymns and Music:
bullet Hymns with Scripture Allusions: Ephesians 1:4, 6, 7, 13. The Cyber Hymnal.
bullet Hymnal Scripture References, The Lutheran Hymnal, Lutheran Worship.
bulletAt Digital Hymnal (midi files, guitar chords, karaoke files, projection text):
bullet My Maker and My King
bulletFine Arts Images Linked at The Text This Week's Art Index:
bulletStudy Links and Resources for the Book of Ephesians