Lesson 14 Flashcards
In all of the new Testament canon, Ephesians is the highest reflection of what?
The church.
Ephesians was a circular letter. Explain what this means:
It was written to the churches in Ephesus, It was probably intended for other congregations as well.
How has the port city of Ephesus been described?
As a centre of spiritual powers.
To which two entities did the Ephesians give the allegiance?
A) The Roman Emperor
B) The goddess Artemis (Diana)
What does Ephesians emphasise?
The unity of Jews and Gentiles through Christ.
List the two overall sections into which Ephesians can be divided (include chapter numbers):
A) Paul celebrates the wondrous salvation enacted by Christ (1-3)
B) The life of the believer (4-6)
How was the Greek word ecclesia often translated church or assembly originally used during the Greeks classical age?
To refer to the gathering together of the citizens of Athens in order to debate and discuss certain topics or issues for the day.
List the two schedule passages in which the household codes and discussed:
A) Ephesians 5:21-6:9
B) Colossians 3:18-4:1
In which a epistle does Paul discuss the armour of God (include chapter number)?
Ephesians 6