147 - Mystery Proclaimed - Ephesians 3:7-10; 6:19-20

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Application questions:

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I. How has the author organized this passage?

show the structure in sections with verse references

explain what strategies you used to see this structure.

What is the emphasis revealed by the structure?

II. How does the context inform the meaning of this passage?

the literary context (passages before and after the passage)

the historical context (circumstances of the author’s audience)

the cultural context (details relevant to life as it was lived in this place at this time)

the biblical context (citations/allusions or historical connections to other books that the author is making)

III. What is the main point the author is arguing to his audience (in one short sentence)?

IV. How does this passage connect to the gospel of Jesus Christ? What part of the gospel is in view?

V. What is the main point you will argue to your audience (in one short sentence)?

VI. What applications will you make? Consider both Christians and non-Christians.

VII. What is your sermon title and your preaching outline?