Elaine Maxine Howell on Ephesians 4 It s difficult to minister to others, when you are not spiritually feeding nor standing firmly on the foundation of God s Word. We are part of even greater unity – Third, God chose us to be in unity and in community “…according to his purpose, which he set forth in Christ as a plan for the fullness of time, TO UNITE ALL THINGS IN HIM, THINGS IN HEAVEN AND THINGS ON EARTH…” (Eph. 2, 3. lowliness--In classic Greek, the meaning is meanness of spirit: the Gospel has elevated the word to express a Christian grace, namely, the esteeming of ourselves small, inasmuch as we are so; the thinking truly, and because truly, therefore lowlily, of ourselves [TRENCH]. in you all--The oldest manuscripts omit "you." However, all we surely know is, that His soul at death descended to Hades, that is, underwent the ordinary condition of departed spirits of men. According to the effectual working of grace in each member (or else, rather, "according to each several member's working"), proportioned to the measure of its need of supply. into him--so as to be more and more incorporated with Him, and become one with Him. 4. Why should I pray for somebody just because they attend the same church I do? blindness--Greek, "hardness," literally, the hardening of the skin so as not to be sensible of touch. . Vincent's Word Studies. Christians in general should make not selfish gain their aim in honest industry, but the acquisition of the means of greater usefulness to their fellow men; and the being independent of the alms of others. perfect man--unto the full-grown man ( 1 Corinthians 2:6 , Philippians 3:15 , Hebrews 5:14 ); the maturity of an adult; contrasted with children ( Ephesians 4:14 ). The word spoken "gives grace to the hearers" when God uses it as His instrument for that purpose. As a conqueror distributes in token of his triumph the spoils of foes as gifts among his people. It costs us nothing to forgive our fellow man. God gave them up to it, but not against their will; for they give themselves up to it [ZANCHIUS]. 7. Copyright © 2021, Bible Study Tools. The "one God over all" (in His sovereignty and by His grace) is the grand source and crowning apex of unity ( Ephesians 2:19 , end). "Put it away before sunset" (when the Jewish day began), is proverbial for put it away at once before another day begin ( Deuteronomy 24:15 ); also before you part with your brother for the night, perhaps never in this world to meet again. Exc. So it is translated in Romans 13:13 , 2 Peter 2:18 . 10. all heavens--Greek, "all the heavens" ( Hebrews 7:26 , 4:14 ), Greek, "passed through the heavens" to the throne of God itself. By the way, we say sometimes we are part of the “church family” or the “family of believers.” That is true. Contrast John 8:44 . given themselves over--In Romans 1:24 it is, "God gave them up to uncleanness." This is the beginning point of their misery ( Acts 17:30 , Romans 1:21 Romans 1:23 Romans 1:28 , 1 Peter 1:14 ). Meanwhile the rule is, "In essentials, unity; in doubtful questions, liberty; in all things, charity." Greek, emphatical. That the "pastors" here were the bishops and presbyters of the Church, is evident from Acts 20:28 , 1 Peter 5:1 1 Peter 5:2 , where the bishops' and presbyters' office is said to be "to feed" the flock. In the New Testament, the absence of minute directions for Church government and ceremonies, shows that a fixed model was not designed; the general rule is obligatory as to ceremonies, "Let all things be done decently and in order" (compare Article XXXIV, Church of England); and that a succession of ministers be provided, not self-called, but "called to the work by men who have public authority given unto them in the congregation, to call and send ministers into the Lord's vineyard" [Article XXIII]. Ephesians 3. is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts--rather, "which is being corrupted ('perisheth,' compare Galatians 6:8 , 'corruption,' that is, destruction) according to (that is, as might be expected from) the lusts of deceit." "Let the stealing person steal no more." So the Greek. The various teachings are the "winds" which keep them tossed on a sea of doubts ( Hebrews 13:9 ; compare Matthew 11:7 ). Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Compare the names of princes compounded of "pharnas," Hebrew, "pastor," Holophernes, Tis-saphernes (compare Isaiah 44:28 ). The impartation of the gifts and graces of the Spirit depended on Christ's ascension ( John 7:39 , 14:12 ). | "Righteousness" is in relation to our fellow men, the second table of the law; "Holiness," in relation to God, the first table; the religious observance of offices of piety (compare Luke 1:75 ). Unity among believers and the communal nature of the faith are thus as basic as the nature and character of the Triune God Himself. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. meekness--that spirit in which we accept God's dealings with us without disputing and resisting; and also the accepting patiently of the injuries done us by men, out of the thought that they are permitted by compare Galatians 6:1 , 2 Timothy 2:25 , Titus 3:2 ). 4 I, therefore, the prisoner [] of the Lord, [] beseech you to () walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, 2 with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, 3 endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit () in the bond of peace. vocation--Translate, "calling" to accord, as the Greek does, with "called" ( Ephesians 4:4 , Ephesians 1:18 , Romans 8:28 Romans 8:30 ). What good works? gave gifts unto men--in the Psalm, "received gifts for men," Hebrew, "among men," that is, "thou hast received gifts" to distribute among men. Ephesians 1 is the first chapter of the Epistle to the Ephesians in the New Testament of the Christian Bible.Traditionally, it is believed to have been written by Apostle Paul while he was in prison in Rome (around AD 62), but more recently, it has been suggested that it was written between AD 80 and 100 by another writer using Paul's name and style. It is the Father "BY" whom believers, as well as the Son Himself, were sealed ( John 6:27 ). Should circumstances arise to call for anger on your part, let it be as Christ's "anger" ( Mark 3:5 ), without sin. A motive to unity ( Ephesians 4:3 ). Proud member Save: $18.00 (40%) the thing which is good--in contrast with theft, the thing which was evil in his past character. Message: The Holy Bible is truly the Word of God, sealed and delivered with the entirety of His existence. 11. Article Images Copyright © 2021 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. In other words, we are to live in unity and in community because God chose us to be sons and daughters by adoption! In contrast to "the holiness of the truth," Ephesians 4:24 , and "truth in Jesus," Ephesians 4:21 ; and answering to Gentile "vanity," Ephesians 4:17 . communication--language. Then there will be peace. The "pastor" had the outward rule and guidance of the Church: the bishop. Simply take a look at Ephesians 4:1-7, and see if you can spot all seven of the above described “indicatives.” This passage (4:1-7), is in fact Paul’s recap or transitional summary of the principles (indicatives) of chapters 1-3, and he will use this in moving on to the imperatives that follow. On what incoherent theory, then, would we possibly call ourselves Christians and also imagine that we are independently called to do “our own thing” while naming Christ and saying we are part of His body? Union to one another in Christ, not merely the external command, instinctively leads Christians to fulfil mutual duties. says: “When he ascended on high, he took many captives. Paul caps this train of thought with these words: “Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory IN THE CHURCH in Christ Jesus throughout all generations…” (3:20-21). 27. 4. As "faith" is mentioned, Ephesians 4:5 , so "hope" here, and "love," Ephesians 4:2 . New International Version. We are also reminded of the prayer of Jesus before His crucifixion, in which He said to His Father: “The glory that you have given me I have given to them, that they may be one even as we are one, I in them and you in me, that they may become perfectly one, so that the world may know that you sent me and loved them even as you loved me.…make then one as you and I are one” (John 17:22-23). Let love keep you from doing that. Ephesians 4:9 in all English translations. Ephesians 4-6: Self-Assessment, Confession, and the Gospel ». Where has he brought us from, and where is he taking us? "Unto." 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Ephesians 4:20 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Ephesians 4:20, NIV: "That, however, is not the way of life you learned" Ephesians 4:20, ESV: "But that is not the way you learned Christ!—" Ephesians 4:20, KJV: "But ye have not so learned Christ;" Ephesians 4:20, NASB: "But you did not learn Christ in this way," Ephesians 4:20, NLT: "But that isn't what you learned about Christ." That is what our being chosen and our predestination as sons and daughters is all about! 4. that he may have to give--"that he may have wherewith to impart." "By every ministering (supplying) joint." As "lowliness and meekness" answer to "forbearing one another in love" (compare "love," Ephesians 4:15 Ephesians 4:16 ), so "long-suffering" answers to ( Ephesians 4:4 ) "endeavoring (Greek, 'earnestly' or 'zealously giving diligence') to keep (maintain) the unity of the Spirit (the unity between men of different tempers, which flows from the presence of the Spirit, who is Himself 'one,' Ephesians 4:4 ) in (united in) the bond of peace" (the "bond" by which "peace" is maintained, namely, "love," Colossians 3:14 Colossians 3:15 [BENGEL]; or, "peace" itself is the "bond" meant, uniting the members of the Church [ALFORD]). It is only the lowly, humble heart that is also meek ( Colossians 3:12 ). 1:19-23). Main 22. Compare John 10:27. 13. come in--rather, "attain unto." God is "Father" both by generation (as Creator) and regeneration ( Ephesians 2:10 , James 1:17 James 1:18 , 1 John 5:1 ). Walk in Unity. I attend church, I am not married to it. Paul’s Recap - Let’s test our observations from chapters 1-3. of men--contrasted with Christ ( Ephesians 4:13 ). 14. Corruption and destruction are inseparably associated together. by that which every joint supplieth--Greek, "by means of every joint of the supply"; joined with "maketh increase of the body," not with "compacted." According to Paul, these good works begin with our living and walking in unity and in community as believers united in grace and in adopted brotherhood. How then can we ever justify acting as though we are mere acquaintances, or mere Sunday morning colleagues? to work all uncleanness--The Greek implies, "with a deliberate view to the working (as if it were their work or business, not a mere accidental fall into sin) of uncleanness of every kind." Ephesians 4 - NIV: As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. No one form of Church polity as permanently unalterable is laid down in the New Testament though the apostolical order of bishops, or presbyters, and deacons, superintended by higher overseers (called bishops after the apostolic times), has the highest sanction of primitive usage. 3 Work hard to live together as one by the help of the Holy Spirit. We are chosen for unity – Second, Paul builds upon the fact that God “…chose us …Before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. . Others, though they did not previously descend, have ascended; but none save Christ can be referred to in the Psalm as having done so; for it is of God it speaks. perfecting--The Greek implies correcting in all that is deficient, instructing and completing in number and all parts. life of God--that life whereby God lives in His own people: as He was the life and light in Adam before the irruption of death and darkness into human nature; and as He is the life in the regenerate ( Galatians 2:20 ). for--a different Greek word; the immediate object. that which, &c.--Greek, "whatever is good." ALFORD expresses the Greek order, "Until we arrive all of us at the unity," &c. faith and . Similarly "faith" and "baptism" (the sacramental seal of faith) are connected ( 16:16 , Colossians 2:12 ). The prophet derived all from the Spirit; the evangelist, in the special case of the Four, recorded matter of fact, cognizable to the senses, under the Spirit's guidance. Ephesians 4 4 1 I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, 2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, 3 eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Translate, "Unto each one of us was the grace (which was bestowed by Christ at His ascension, Ephesians 4:8 ) given according to," &c. the measure--the amount "of the gift of Christ" ( Romans 12:3 Romans 12:6 ). There is growth only in the spiritually alive, not in the dead. other--Greek, "the rest of the Gentiles." 5 There is one Lord and one faith and one baptism. His bonds, too, are an argument which should enforce his exhortation. Filthy and unclean words and discourse are poisonous and infectious, as putrid rotten meat: they proceed from and prove a great deal of corruption in the heart of the speaker, and tend to corrupt the minds and manners of others who hear them; and therefore Christians should beware of all such … There is no article in the Greek. Christ, as Lord of all, took possession first of the earth the unseen world beneath it (some conjecture that the region of the lost is in the central parts of our globe), then of heaven ( Acts 2:27 Acts 2:28 ). Consider Ephesians 2:9-10: “For by grace you have been saved through faith. compacted--implying firm consolidation. United in the Church - Seventh, Paul has made it plain that it is through the church that the “manifold witness of God” (3:10) is to be made known – that is, the Gospel and the great truths and doctrines of God are not to be merely relayed by individuals acting as independent agents. as the truth is in Jesus--Translate in connection with "taught"; "And in Him have been taught, according as is truth in Jesus." 6. above--"over all." "Malice" is the secret root of all: "fires fed within, and not appearing to by-standers from without, are the most formidable" [CHRYSOSTOM]. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.”. Result from Ephesians 4:9, without οὖν, but thereby coming in the more vividly and with a certain triumph; “alio gravi dicto antecedentia complectitur aut absolvit” (Dissen, ad Pind. In the case of the Jews, a fixed model of hierarchy and ceremonial unalterably bound the people, most minutely detailed in the law. Bandits frequented the mountains near Ephesus. Him is emphatic. God's people are like one body. "Truth" is therefore used in the most comprehensive sense, truth in its essence, and highest perfection, in Jesus; "if according as it is thus in Him, ye have been so taught in Him"; in contrast to "the vanity of mind of the Gentiles" ( Ephesians 4:17 ; compare John 1:14 John 1:17 , 18:37 ). please his neighbor for his good unto edification." Think of it! effectual working--( Ephesians 1:19 , 3:7 ). For "to," Paul quotes it "with," to mark our inner connection with one another, as "members one of another" [STIER]. This is what our fathers termed effectual calling, and it occupies a prominent place in all our systems of theology. This verse refers to believers, who grieve the Spirit by inconsistencies such as in the context are spoken of, corrupt or worthless conversation, &c. whereby ye are sealed--rather, "wherein (or 'in whom') ye were sealed." Not the Lord's Supper, which is an act of matured communion on the part of those already incorporate, "a symbol of union, not of unity" [ELLICOTT]. The true "body" of Christ (all believers of every age) is already "one," as joined to the one Head. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another" (John 13:34-35). "It is HE that gave," &c. gave some, apostles--Translate, "some to be apostles, and some to be prophets," &c. The men who filled the office, no less than the office itself, were a divine gift [EADIE]. Exactly how is he building imperatives upon the principles presented in chapters 1-3? He has chosen you to be his own people. by--Greek, "in"; expressing "the evil atmosphere in which the varying currents of doctrine exert their force" [ELLICOTT]. You can follow this conversation by subscribing to the comment feed for this post. The way of growth ( Ephesians 4:14-16 ). TRENCH explains, Not vague generalities, which would suit a thousand other cases equally well, and probably equally ill: our words should be as nails fastened in a sure place, words suiting the present time and the present person, being "for the edifying of the occasion" ( Colossians 4:6 ). We might call such statements and attitudes “pathetic.” Paul certainly would have. They gave themselves up of their own accord to the slavery of their lust, to do all its pleasure, as captives who have ceased to strive with the foe. The Church is one in unity of faith ( Ephesians 4:5 , Jude 1:3 ); unity of origination ( Ephesians 2:19-21 ): unity of sacraments ( Ephesians 4:5 , 1 Corinthians 10:17 , 12:13 ): unity of "hope" ( Ephesians 4:4 , Titus 1:2 ); unity of charity ( Ephesians 4:3 ): unity (not uniformity) of discipline and governme nt: for where there is no order, no ministry with Christ as the Head, there is no Church [PEARSON, Exposition of the Creed, Article IX]. Where there is spiritual "life" ("the life of God") there is feeling; where there is not, there is "hardness.". 28. Wherefore--From the general character of "the new man," there will necessarily result the particular features which he now details. There is more real unity where both go to heaven under different names than when with the same name one goes to heaven, the other to hell. What is Paul teaching here? 17. therefore--resuming the exhortation which he had begun with, "I therefore beseech you that ye walk worthy," &c. ( Ephesians 4:1 ). We are here warned against corrupt communication; and directed to that which is useful and edifying, v. 29 . 8. chapter 4. ephesians 4:1-32.exhortations to christian duties resting on our christian privileges, as united in one body, though varying in the graces given to the several members, that … . Patiently put up with each other and love each other. Thus the Trinity is again set forth. putting away--Greek, "having put away" once for all. The imperfect or past tense is, however, mainly meant, though not to the exclusion of the present. As He declares ( John 3:13 ), "No man hath ascended up to heaven, but He that came down from heaven." 4 There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; 5 One Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. If so be that--not implying doubt; assuming what I have no reason to doubt, that heard him--The "Him" is emphatic: "heard Himself," not merely heard about Him. Ephesians 4:21. 4. There is one God in three persons – this is the Trinity. Ephesians 4 NIV - Unity and Maturity in the Body of - Bible Gateway Unity and Maturity in the Body of Christ - As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. God’s plan is larger than our being united in Him through adoption, but His plan importantly includes our being united in Him – in fact, He chose us and predestined us to be part of His ultimate plan to unite ALL THINGS in Him! let not the sun go down upon your wrath--"wrath" is absolutely forbidden; "anger" not so, though, like poison sometimes used as medicine, it is to be used with extreme caution. « Ephesians 3: How Can We Know that which Surpasses Knowledge? 2:18), and we are now “…members of the household of God, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone, in whom the whole structure, being joined together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord. Whence BENGEL translates for "wrath," harshness. ( Colossians 2:19 ). hath forgiven--rather as Greek, "forgave you." the head--( Ephesians 1:22 ). Many of the oldest versions and Fathers and old manuscripts read, "in us all." Seasonably edifying; according as the occasion and present needs of the hearers require, now censure, at another time consolation. 2 Do not think that you are better than other people. There is one hope in which you were called. Our Price: $26.99. cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive--Translate as Greek, "craftiness tending to the methodized system of deceit" ("the schemes of error") [ALFORD]. Do not be hard on others. That ye--following "Ye have been taught" ( Ephesians 4:21 ). Ephesians also contains two of the most memorable passages in the New Testament: the doctrine that salvation comes by grace alone through faith in Jesus Christ, and the metaphor of the Full Armor of God . e 7 But to each one of us f grace g has been given h as Christ apportioned it. of your calling--the one "hope" flowing from our "calling," is the element "IN" which we are "called" to live. But we can rightly say also that we are made to be HIS family, that is, we are brothers and sisters and His children by adoption. he saith--God, whose word the Scripture is ( Psalms 68:18 ). These include doctrines of the Trinity, of election, of reconciliation, and of the authority and headship of Christ; also the doctrines of salvation by grace through faith, sanctification, unification, and the Church. They miss the point and the imperatives of unity among believers, and they therefore miss the point of all the doctrines of scripture which contribute to it. From reading Ephesians 3:1, 4:1, and 6:20 we see that the Apostle Paul wrote this letter to the saints in Ephesus from a prison cell. 3 Try your best to let God's Spirit keep your hearts united. 4 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. the old man--your old unconverted nature ( Romans 6:6 ). in the spirit of your mind--As there is no Greek for "in," which there is at Ephesians 4:17 , "in the vanity of their mind," it is better to translate, "By the Spirit of your mind," that is, by your new spiritual nature; the restored and divinely informed leading principle of the mind. King James Version (KJV) Public Domain . "Jesus," in Ephesians 4:21 , as the person. Ephesians 5. minister--Greek, "give." BENGEL takes "deceit," or "error," to stand for "the parent of error," Satan (compare Ephesians 6:11 ); referring to his concealed mode of acting. He chose us so that we “…who were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of his glory” (1:12). Whether the pronoun be read or not, it must be understood (either from the "ye," Ephesians 4:4 , or from the "us," Ephesians 4:7 ); for other parts of Scripture prove that the Spirit is not "in all" men, but only in believers ( Romans 8:9 Romans 8:14 ). Spirituality, uersality, and unity, were designed to characterize the Church; and it shall be so at last ( Isaiah 2:2-4 , Isaiah 11:9 Isaiah 11:13 , Zephaniah 3:9 , Zechariah 14:9 ). Put on not merely a renovated nature, but a new, that is, altogether different nature, a changed nature (compare Note,, after God, &c.--Translate, "Which hath been created (once for all: so the Greek aorist means: in Christ, Ephesians 2:10 ; so that in each believer it has not to be created again, but to be put on) after (the image of) God" ( Genesis 1:27 , Colossians 3:10 , 1 Peter 1:15 ), &c. God's image in which the first Adam was originally created, is restored, to us far more gloriously in the second Adam, the image of the invisible God ( 2 Corinthians 4:4 , Colossians 1:15 , Hebrews 1:3 ). 7 But unto every one of us is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ. # 4:9 Or the depths of the earth. To know Christ Himself, is the great lesson of the Christian life: this the Ephesians began to learn at their conversion. The thief, when repentant, should labor more than he would be called on to do, if he had never stolen. in the vanity, &c.--as their element: opposed to "in the Lord." 4 There is one a body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; 5 One Lord, one a faith, one b baptism, 6 One God and a Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. every part--Greek, "each one part"; each individual part. The exhortations of this part of the Epistle are built on the conscious enjoyment of the privileges mentioned in the former part. I go to church so my kids will hopefully stay off drugs. The keeping of anger through the darkness of night, is giving place to the devil, the prince of darkness ( Ephesians 6:12 ). Compare James 1:6 . 1 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. What the world counted ignominy, he counts the highest honor, and he glories in his bonds for Christ, more than a king in his diadem [THEODORET]. ( Luke 7:42 , Colossians 3:12 ). This instructional letter is packed with practical advice, all given in an encouraging tone. carried about--with every wind from without. Ephesians 1:9-10 Ephesians 2:11-22 Ephesians 4:1-5:2 In Paul’s letter to the Ephesians , he speaks to Jews and non-Jews, two groups that were divided by so many factors it … Paul thus bases his call to Christian unity and community on God’s plan to unite and redeem all things – the entire cosmos and everything in it – in Him! I disagree with the pastor on some things – so it’s time to find a new pastor; 9. Wilful ignorance in the first instance, their fathers not "choosing to retain God in their knowledge." Its opposite is "that which is good to edifying." Sure I belong to a church – I go at least once or twice a month, don’t I? Our natural feelings are not wrong when directed to their legitimate object, and when not exceeding due bounds. 8 This is why it a says: “When he ascended on high, he took many captives i Sons and daughters live as brothers and sisters, not as casual acquaintances or as independent free agents with no real sense of mutual commitment or love. 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