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The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:4

Even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world ; literally, he chose us out , or selected us ( ἐξελέξατο ) for himself (middle voice). The Father chose the heirs of salvation, selected those who were to be quickened from the dead ( Ephesians 2:1 ) and saved, they chose them in Christ —in connection with his work and office as Mediator, giving them to him to be re-decreed ( John 17:11 , John 17:12 ); not after man was created, nor after man had fallen, but... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:4

The origin of our blessings: the election of grace. The difficulties that attach to this doctrine do not arise from any ambiguity in the Scripture proofs which support it, but from the nature of the doctrine itself, and its apparent inconsistency with other doctrines of Scripture. Many of the difficulties, indeed, that we associate with the doctrine are involved in the doctrine of Divine providence; so much so that William III . could say to Bishop Burnett, "Did I not believe absolute... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:4-6

God's idea of humanity. We commonly regard our lives from a human standpoint, which we cannot well leave even in thought. But, if it were possible, it would be most interesting to see how God looks upon them. Now, it is one of the objects of revelation to help us to do this—to lead us to see ourselves as God sees us. Next to the vision of God himself, such a picture of humanity as it appears in the eyes of God is of the greatest importance. The manifestation of our present condition in the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:4-10

Origination of the Church. I. THE CHURCH TRACED UP TO THE ELECTIVE LOVE OF GOD . 1. Chosen for himself . "Even as he chose us." He chose us out of the sinful mass of humanity. He chose us for himself, as he chose ancient Israel for himself. 2. Chosen in Christ as covenant Head . "In him." He was God's sovereign choice: "Behold my Servant, whom I have chosen." Abraham, notably among men, was chosen; and, viewed as existing in him as their covenant... read more

Albert Barnes

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

Paul, an apostle; - see the notes at Romans 1:1.By the will of God - see the notes at 1 Corinthians 1:1.To the saints - A name often given to Christians because they are holy; see the notes at 1 Corinthians 1:2.In Ephesus - see the introduction, sections 1 and 5.And to the faithful in Christ Jesus - This evidently refers to others than to those who were in Ephesus, and it is clear that Paul expected that this Epistle would be read by others. He gives it a general character, as if he supposed... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Ephesians 1:2

Grace to you, ... - see the notes, Romans 1:7. read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Ephesians 1:3

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ - This commences a sentence which continues to the close of Ephesians 1:12. The length of the periods in the writings of Paul, is one cause of the obscurity of his style, and renders an explanation often difficult. The meaning of this phrase is, that God has laid a foundation for gratitude for what he has done. The ground or reason of the praise here referred to, is that which is stated in the following verses. The leading thing on which... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Ephesians 1:4

According as - The importance of this verse will render proper a somewhat minute examination of the words and phrases of which it is composed. The general sense of the passage is, that these blessings pertaining to heaven were bestowed upon Christians in accordance with an eternal purpose. They were not conferred by chance or hap-hazard. They were the result of intention and design on the part of God. Their value was greatly enhanced from the fact that God had designed from all eternity to... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Ephesians 1:1-2

Ephesians 1:1-2. Paul, an apostle by the will of God Not by any merit of my own; to the saints Or holy persons, as τοις αγιοις properly signifies; who are at Ephesus And in all the adjacent places: for this epistle was not directed to the Ephesians only, but likewise to all the other churches of Asia; and to the faithful in Christ Jesus Or the believers, as the word πιστος is rendered Acts 10:45; 2 Corinthians 6:15; and 1 Timothy 4:3; 1 Timothy 4:10; 1 Timothy 4:12. There seems to... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Ephesians 1:3-6

Ephesians 1:3-6. Blessed be God, who hath blessed us God’s blessing us is his bestowing spiritual and heavenly blessings upon us. Our blessing God is the paying him our solemn and grateful acknowledgments, both on account of his own essential blessedness, and of the blessings which he bestows on us; with all spiritual blessings The spiritual blessings here spoken of are such as are necessary to the perfection and happiness of our spirits; namely, the light of the gospel, the influences of... read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:4

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:4

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:4-6

The Pulpit Commentary - Ephesians 1:4-10

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

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Ephesians 1:2

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Ephesians 1:3

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Ephesians 1:4

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Ephesians 1:1-2

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Ephesians 1:3-6

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