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Other reference formats: Ephesians 1.1, Ephesians 1v1, Ep. 1:1.
1 Paul, an apostle (special messenger, personally chosen representative) of Christ Jesus (the Messiah, the Anointed), by the will of God [that is, by His purpose and choice],
T o the saints (God’s people) who are at Ephesus and are faithful and loyal and steadfast in Christ Jesus:
Notes and references
“Saints” refers to born-again believers. All believers are holy, that is, set apart or sanctified for God’s purpose.
Three early mss do not contain “at Ephesus.” Some scholars suggest that this was intended as a circular letter for various churches of Asia Minor (modern Turkey), sent first to Ephesus and then to the other churches. See Paul’s instruction to the Colossians in 4:16. Others believe the letter was di…