Ephesians

Second Day: Read Ephesians 4:1-6, concentrating on verse 1.

1. Paul is writing from Rome where he awaits trial (see Acts 21-22). Though a personal prisoner of Nero, the Roman Caesar, Paul never refers to himself as the prisoner of Rome. Instead, he sees only the controlling hand of Jesus Christ in his circumstances. How does he, therefore, refer to himself in Ephesians 4:1?

2. How is this truth confirmed by Jesus in John 19:10-11?

3. What does Romans 13:1 say regarding earthly governing authorities?

4. Read 1 Timothy 2:1-3. What is our responsibility to those in authority over us, and why?

5. Personal: Do you remember to pray for those in authority over you? Why not make a list of those people and set aside a regular time to pray for them?