Ephesians - (Planted in the Word) by Benjamin L Merkle (Paperback)

About the Book

Ephesians: A 40-Day Bible Study is meditative, gospel-centered, practical, and prayerful. Over forty days, you will:

• Read and reflect on Paul's letter to the Ephesians
• Meditate on Jesus and the good news he brings.
• Pray through the letter to the Ephesians.
• Apply Ephesians to your life.

Book Synopsis

"Every spiritual blessing" -- EPHESIANS 1:3

Christ is at the center of God's redemption plan. Every spiritual blessing we have is because of Christ. In Paul's letter to the Ephesians, he reflects on everything God has done for us and how we should live in response.

Ephesians: A 40-Day Bible Study is meditative, gospel-centered, practical, and prayerful. Over forty days, you will:

• Read and reflect on Paul's letter to the Ephesians
• Meditate on Jesus and the good news he brings.
• Pray through the letter to the Ephesians.
• Apply Ephesians to your life.

Planted in the Word: Bible studies for individuals or small groups. Each volume provides forty days of guided Bible study written by respected scholars for everyday Christians. Short enough to read in 15 minutes or less, each day includes:

• Reading and meditation on Scripture
• Reflection on how the text points to Christ
• Application of God's word to our lives
• Praying for God's help
• Suggestions for further study or discussion

Each volume includes a reading plan for group study.

From the Back Cover

"Every spiritual blessing" -- EPHESIANS 1:3

Christ is at the center of God's redemption plan. Every spiritual blessing we have is because of Christ. In Paul's letter to the Ephesians, he reflects on everything God has done for us and how we should live in response.

Ephesians: A 40-Day Bible Study is meditative, gospel-centered, practical, and prayerful. Over forty days, you will:

- Read and reflect on Paul's letter to the Ephesians
- Meditate on Jesus and the good news he brings.
- Pray through the letter to the Ephesians.
- Apply Ephesians to your life.

Review Quotes

"I cannot think of a greater gift to the church than a biblically rooted devotional series that spans the entire New Testament."

--R. Albert Mohler, president, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

I'm excited to place these valuable tools in the hands of our church members, knowing they will be well-equipped to grow in their faith. "

--Jason Dees, senior pastor, Christ Covenant, Atlanta

"This is a treasure chest of Bible exposition."

--Robert W. Yarbrough, professor of New Testament, Covenant Theological Seminary

"This daily devotional is something I've longed for. With such an outstanding stable of contributors, it is certain to become widely used in the days to come."

--Daniel L. Akin, president, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

About the Author

Benjamin L. Merkle (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the Dr. M. O. Owens Jr. Chair of New Testament Studies and research professor of New Testament and Greek at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina. He is the author, coauthor, or editor of more than forty books, including Greek for Life, Exegetical Gems from Biblical Greek, Linguistics and New Testament Greek, Beginning with New Testament Greek, and Going Deeper with New Testament Greek. He is also the editor of Southeastern Theological Review.