In this episode, the guys introduce the book of Ephesians by unpacking Ephesians 1:1-2. Paul, a former persecutor of the church was writing to the Ephesians, a bustling pagan city in the 1st century to remind them of God’s grace for them and how they ought to live in light of that grace. 

00:00

Introduction and Holiday Highlights

01:11

Christmas Celebrations

02:35

Family Time in Whitefish, Montana For Ben

03:02

New Year's Resolutions

04:03

Golf Predictions for 2024

06:11

Goals for Bible Reading

07:04

Overview of the Book of Ephesians

17:51

Background of the Book of Ephesians

19:23

Author and Audience of Ephesians

22:38

Genre of Ephesians

23:09

Authorship of Ephesians

25:46

Conversion of Paul

28:16

Paul's Purpose and Mission

32:50

Audience of Ephesians

36:39

Introduction to the Book of Ephesians

37:39

The Concept of Grace and Peace

41:59

What to Expect in the Book of Ephesians

46:13

Encouragement for the New Year