Ephesians 1-2: Predestination, Mysteries, & Grace

Artist depiction of the Apostle Paul writing his epistles

 

In this sermon, Dr. Thiel goes over each verse in the Apostle Paul's epistle/letter to the Ephesians. He starts out by giving some historical information about the area and timing of the letter. He mentions that the Apostle Paul, evangelist Timothy, and the Apostle John were all there. Comments from a Bible study by the late Herbert W. Armstrong are brought up as well, who mentioned that the modern true Church of God essentially came from the Ephesians, God making apostles, and the role of Satan. Dr. Thiel goes over early apostolic succession and certain beliefs that those of the 'See of Ephesus' originally held that the Continuing Church of God holds to this day. The fact that the blood of Jesus cleanses us, we need the Holy Spirit to serve God, and that we are saved by grace for good works was covered. Issues with false Christianity were also covered.

A written article of related interest is available titled 'Comments on Ephesians'

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