Chapter 1: Spiritual Blessings
Who wrote the book of Ephesians and to whom was it written?
Who is... The Apostle Paul and the church in Ephesus. (1:1)
What makes a person spiritually dead?
What is... Trespasses and sins (2:1)
Fill in the blank: "For this reason, I, Paul, a _______ for Christ Jesus..."
What is... Prisoner (3:1)
Guess the correct answer: "I urge you to ______ in a worthy manner..."
A. Run B. Walk
C. Jump D. Hide
What is... Walk (4:1)
As "beloved children," who are believers supposed to imitate?
Who is... God (5:1)
Where was Paul when he wrote this letter to the Ephesians?
Where is... Prison in Rome. (3:1; 4:1; 6:20; Acts 28:16, 30)
What are believers saved by, through faith?
What is... Grace (2:8-9)
For whose sake did Paul consider himself a prisoner of Christ Jesus?
What is... The Gentiles (3:1)
Which of these is NOT listed as a gift to the church?
A. Apostles B. Prophets
C. Deacons D. Evangelists
What is... C. Deacons (4:11)
Name the whole armor of God.
What is... Belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of the Gospel of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, sword of the Spirit. (6:14-17)
What two words does Paul use to show that God is sovereign in our salvation?
What is... "chose" and "predestined" (1:4, 5)
How does Paul describe the salvation God grants to sinners?
What is... A Gift. (2:8)
How does Christ dwell in our hearts?
What is... Through faith. (3:17)
What "seals" the believer for the "day of redemption"?
Who is... The Holy Spirit (4:30)
What are the three kinds of relationships that Paul addresses about Christian conduct?
What is... Husbands and Wives, Children and Parents, and Slaves and Masters (employees/employers) (5:22-6:9)
Why did Paul "not cease to give thanks" for the Ephesian believers?
What is... Their faith in Jesus and their love for the saints. (1:15)
What foundation are the members of God's household built upon, and which part is Christ?
What is... The apostles and prophets, and Christ is the cornerstone. (2:20)
What is the "Mystery of Christ" that Paul describes in this passage?
What is... the Gentiles are fellow heirs, members of the same body, and partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus through the Gospel. (3:6)
What is the believer supposed to "put off" and "put on"?
What is... Put off the old self, and put on the new self. (4:22-24)
What are we called to do at all times to gain victory in spiritual battle?
What is... Praying at all times in the Spirit. (6:18)
Name at least 3 Spiritual Blessings we have through faith in Jesus Christ.
What is... Adoption as sons and daughters, redemption, forgiveness of sins, obtaining an inheritance, sealed by the Spirit, enlightened hearts, a great hope, becoming a part of Christ's spiritual body. (1:3-23)
What phrase does Paul repeat to describe our new life with God?
What is... In (with) Christ (2:5, 6, 7, 10, 13, 21, 22)
What does Paul pray that the Ephesians may be strengthened with in their "inner being"?
What is... Power through God's Spirit. (3:16)
What motivation is given to believers to be kind and forgive one another?
What is... God forgives us in Christ. (4:32)
How does Paul describe his own role and situation?
A. An apostle of the mystery of the gospel
B. A soldier of Christ in full armor
C. An ambassador in chains
D. A servant of Christ
What is... C. An Ambassador in Chains (6:20)