Ephesians
To tell them about God's mysterious plan, so they would live a life worthy of their calling, they would know their riches in Christ
Why did Paul write to the Ephesian congregation?
An attitude of happiness, satisfaction, and peace with one’s present circumstances
What is "contentment"?
the quality or state of being highest in rank or authority.
What is Supremacy?
When will Jesus come again?
The Father
The Son
The Holy Spirit
What is the Trinity?
The act of yielding to the will or authority of another person out of love or respect for that person.
What is "submission"?
Paul knew nothing could separate him from Christ, not even death. Even if he died, he would be with his Lord.
Why was Paul joyful even though he was facing persecution?
Clothe yourself with virtues like kindness and patience
Sexual immorality
laziness
cheating on other believers
What did Paul say believers should avoid?
Fully Human and Fully God
Who is Jesus?
God's unmerited favor.
What is the doctrine of grace?
God elevated Christ to the place of highest honor restored Israel to the Jewish people and gave Jesus the name above all names.
What God the Father did after Christ’s resurrection?
1) supreme over creation and all other powers and authorities because He created them.
2) the first to rise form the dead, so He is supreme over all who rise from the dead.
3) Head of the Church -- head over all believers.
What are the reasons why Paul described the Lord as being supreme?
A Trumpet call of God
The dead will rise up
Those who are alive with be caught up in the clouds
We will be with the Lord forever
What are the main events of the Lord's return?
"by grace alone, through faith alone" in Jesus Christ
What is salvation?
We are dead in our sins and can do nothing to earn God's favor. Redemption and reconciliation with God is through faith and is a gift made possible through Christ's atoning work on the cross.
What is the Christian worldview?
his equality with the Father and his divine privileges
What did Christ laid aside when he came to Earth?
Live an honorable life and share the gospel as often as possible with nonbelievers.
What Paul meant by "make the most of every opportunity"?
live a quiet life
be a good example to believers AND unbelievers
stay away from sexual immorality
stay strong and faithful to God's truth
How should believers behave while waiting for Jesus to return?
Due to Adam's sin, all humans are born with a sinful nature and are guilty before God.
What is the Fall?
Belt of Truth
Breastplate of Righteousness
Shoes of peace of the Good News
Helmet of Salvation
Sword of the Spirit
What is the Armor of God?
Paul lived under Jewish law, counting on strict obedience to the law to make him right with God. However, only faith in Christ ever makes it possible to be reconciled with God.
Why did Paul say his former life in Judaism was worthless?
The Peace of Christ
What does the Bible says should rule in our hearts as believers?
Do not stifle the holy spirit
Encourage the weak
Don't repay evil for evil
Live peacefully
Honor your leaders
What are the five commands Paul gave to the believers?
All of Scripture, which is God-breathed and useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness...
What is the Bible?