THE MYSTERY OF CHRIST

Ephesians 3:1-13

Key Verse: 3:6

“This mystery is that through the gospel the Gentiles are heirs together with Israel, members together of one body, and sharers together in the promise in Christ Jesus.”

1. Read verses 1-5. Why was Paul in prison? (1-2) How did Paul know the mystery of Christ? (3-5)

2. Read verse 6-9. What is this mystery that Paul wrote about? What happened to the Gentiles through the gospel? (6) How did Paul become a servant of this gospel? (7) What mission had God given him? (8-9)

3. Read verses 10-13. What is God’s intention and eternal purpose through the church? (10-11) What do we gain through faith in Jesus? (12) How did Paul encourage believers? (13)