Lesson 5: The Mystery Revealed
Who wrote the letter to the Ephesians?
The Apostle Paul
Where was the Ephesian church located?
Ephesus
Which part of the body of the church is Christ?
The head, because he is the leader that guides everything.
What's 9 + 10?
21
Which prophet took Elijah's place?
Elisha
What is a "revelation" in the Scripture?
Something that's been made known or revealed to you by God
What is the Gospel?
The good news that Jesus died on the cross for our sins.
Why doesn't God give all gifts to each one of us Christians?
Without different gifts, we'd all be tempted to do things by ourselves. Being different pushes us towards unity because we need each other to be effective for God.
How tall is Riley?
5' 11 1/2"
What was Zechariah's punishment for not believing the angel about his wife getting pregnant?
He couldn't speak until the baby (John the Baptist) was born.
Why did Paul consider himself the "least of all God's people"?
Because of his history persecuting the church.
According to Paul, the Ephesians should be rooted and grounded in what?
Love
What was one of the two purposes Paul gives for the people who are given gifts in church leadership?
To build up the body of Christ, and to equip Christians for the work of Jesus.
Who's example do we follow when it comes to forgiving one another?
God's, who forgave us through Christ Jesus
What color was often associated with royalty in the Biblical times?
Purple
In this section, Paul uses two words to explain how we can approach God. Name one of them.
Boldness & Confidence
What image did we use to describe the strength of a Christian in the midst of trials, temptations, or suffering?
The roots of a tree determine its strength, as does our roots in Christ's love.
What are the three of the five gifts given that Paul lists in this section? (think church-ish professions)
Apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds, teachers
According to the Scripture, for what did the Holy Spirit seal the believer?
For the day of redemption
Name one of the two men of the Bible that were brought into heaven before they died.
Enoch and Elijah
What was "the mystery" Paul talked about in this passage that has been revealed?
That the gentiles are now also God's chosen people through Jesus
What made Paul worry enough to tell the Ephesians "not to lose heart"? What circumstance would make them lose heart?
Paul being in prison.
According to this passage, there are seven "ones" that Paul mentions. Name 4 of them.
One body, one Spirit, one hope, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God
What is the difference between the old and new self that Paul talks about?
Old: belonging to corrupt and deceitful desires in the former way of life
New: Created after the likeness of God in true righteousness holiness
Which Son of David was killed after his hair got caught in a tree?
Absalom