In this episode, Tommy sits down with pastor and good friend David Dwight to talk about his new book Field Notes from the Letter to the Ephesians. Together they explore what makes Ephesians one of the most profound writings in Scripture, offering fresh insight into faith, the Church, and life in Christ.

David shares how his book came to life, what the Greek word sozo (“to be healed”) reveals about salvation, and why mutual submission in marriage reflects the very nature of God. Along the way, they unpack Paul’s remarkable conversion, the beauty of the Church, and the hope found in living a life shaped by grace.

What You’ll Take Away:

• Why Field Notes from the Letter to the Ephesians is more than a commentary — it's a reflection on life in Christ
• The deeper meaning of the Greek word sozo (“saved” or “healed”)
• What Paul’s conversion reveals about God’s power to transform anyone
• Why Ephesians offers such a vibrant, redemptive vision for the Church
• How “mutual submission” in marriage mirrors the relationship within the Trinity
• How Paul’s writing connects theology, beauty, and everyday life

Resources:

• Get your copy of Field Notes from the Letter to the Ephesians on Amazon (available in print and Kindle)
• Explore more episodes and resources at tommythompson.org

Timestamps:

(0:00) Intro

(8:46) Exploring the Depth of Ephesians

(11:46) The Meaning of the Word “Saved”

(15:06) The Complexity of Theological Concepts

(17:59) The Structure and Style of the Book

(21:10) Personal Stories and Their Impact

(24:06) The Central Message of Ephesians

(31:56) The Unlikely Apostle: Paul’s Transformation

(35:42) The Magnitude of Conversion

(39:09) Exploring the Relationship Between Jesus and Paul

(44:49) Understanding Ephesians: A Deep Dive

(48:00) Marriage and Mutual Submission in Ephesians

(58:17) The Cultural Context of Ephesians

(1:01:59) The Beauty of God in Marriage and Family Life

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