Ephesians 1:22 NLT,NIV,ESV

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:15-23

Prayer for the Ephesians. I. FOUNDED ON INFORMATION . 1. Regarding their faith . "For this cause I also, having heard of the faith in the Lord Jesus which is among you." He had already more than once referred to their Christian faith; he refers to it now as ground for his prayer on their behalf. We are to pray for "all men," even for unbelievers; but whoever through faith are admitted into the same Christian circle, claim a special interest in our prayers. 2. ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:15-23

Apostolic philanthropy. "Wherefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus, and love unto all the saints, cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers; that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him: the eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:20-22

The supremacy of Christ. We commonly think of Christ as the Man of sorrows, humiliated and crucified; but we should more often remember that this familiar picture describes what is completely past. If we would love and worship our Lord as he now is, we must look at him in his exaltation—triumphant, joyous, glorious. We should see the typical Christ in Raffaelle's 'Transfiguration' rather than in the many piteous 'Ecce Homo's!' that arrest our attention. We have not to weep at the tomb, "He... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:22

And put all things under his feet ; a strong, figurative expression, denoting high sovereignty. It does not refer merely to defeated and arrested enemies, but to the whole of creation and the fullness thereof. They are as thoroughly under Christ and at his disposal as if they were literally under his feet. As a military commander, proceeding even through his own country, has power to requisition everything needful for his army, and deal with all property as may be required for military... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:22

Christ Head over all things for the Church. The double headship of Christ— I. AS HEAD OF THE CHURCH , he is the sole Fountain of authority, grace, influence, blessing. No other to be set above him or alongside of him on his throne. II. As HEAD OVEN ALL THINGS FOR THE CHURCH , he has complete control: 1. Over the devil and all his hosts, to restrain their malice, etc. 2. Over the angels, to command their services. 3. Over all kings and rulers,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:22-23

Christ's headship. The Resurrection was the point of conjunction between his crucifixion and his coronation. The headship to which he was exalted had a twofold relationship: he was made "Head over all things to the Church," and he was made Head of the Church itself. I. HIS HEADSHIP OVER ALL THINGS . It is no new thought that our Lord is at the head of the natural order of things; for" without him was not anything made that was made;" "By him all things consist;" he upholds... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Ephesians 1:22

And hath put all things under his feet - See the notes at 1 Corinthians 15:27.And gave him to be the head over all things - Appointed him to be the supreme ruler.To the church - With reference to the church, or for ira benefit and welfare: see the notes or, John 17:2. The universe is under his control and direction for the welfare of his people.(1) All the elements - the physical works of God - the winds and waves - the seas and rivers - all are under him, and all are to be made tributary to... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Ephesians 1:22-23

Ephesians 1:22-23. And hath put Greek, υπεταξεν , hath subjected; all things under his feet This is said in allusion to Psalms 110:1, Till I make thine enemies thy footstool. The psalm is a prophecy, not only of Christ’s exaltation to universal dominion in the human nature, (1 Corinthians 15:27,) but also of the entire subjection of all his enemies, 1 Corinthians 15:25. For in ancient times conquerors put their feet on the necks of their enemies in token of their subjection, Joshua... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Ephesians 1:15-23

A prayer for understanding (1:15-23)Paul’s prayer for the Ephesians combines thanksgiving and praise with requests offered in true faith. Paul knows they are converts from paganism, but he expects them to develop a mature understanding of Christianity. He is not content that they should have a few basic Christian beliefs. He wants them to have true wisdom, based on a proper knowledge of God and a clear understanding of all the riches that are theirs through Christ, both in this world and in the... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Ephesians 1:22

hath . Omit. put, &c. Compare 1 Corinthians 15:27 . under . App-104 . the . Omit. over . App-104 . church . App-186 . Here, the "church" of the Mystery. In these verses: note the sevenfold ( App-10 ) Headship of the Lord, above (1) all principality, (2) power, (3) might, (4) dominion, (5) every name, (6) all things, (7) the church. read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:15-23

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The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:22-23

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Ephesians 1:22

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Ephesians 1:22-23

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Ephesians 1:15-23

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Ephesians 1:22

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