Ephesians

Literal Standard Version

Ephesians has 6 chapters. Read Ephesians in the Literal Standard Version, chapter by chapter, free and without an account.

Ephesians describes God’s gracious purpose in Christ and the reconciliation of Jews and Gentiles within one body. Praise and prayer lead into a call to live in unity, grow toward maturity, and practice truthful speech, forgiveness, and love. Instructions about household relationships and the armor of God bring its account of shared life into everyday conduct and perseverance.

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Ephesians is one of Paul's letters of the New Testament, the same 27 books in every Christian Bible. See it on the shelf.

A diverse first-century household gathered around a generous table beside an inheritance chest at sunrise

Ephesians 1

Ephesians 1 celebrates adoption, redemption, inheritance, and Paul’s prayer for wisdom and hope.

Two groups removing a stone barrier and working together on a welcoming hillside home

Ephesians 2

Ephesians 2 presents salvation by grace and reconciliation of Jews and Gentiles into one household.

Paul writing beside an open doorway as diverse families gather under the roots and branches of an ancient tree

Ephesians 3

Ephesians 3 reveals Gentiles as fellow heirs and records Paul’s prayer for strength and rooted love.

A diverse community repairing nets, teaching children, serving food, and helping elders around a village spring

Ephesians 4

Ephesians 4 calls the church to unity, mature service, truthful speech, and a renewed way of life.

First-century neighbors carrying lamps, sharing bread, and caring for families along a twilight street

Ephesians 5

Ephesians 5 urges believers to walk in love, light, wisdom, gratitude, and faithful household relationships.

A peaceful community helping one another fasten protective gear while a messenger approaches from the harbor

Ephesians 6

Ephesians 6 addresses household responsibilities and calls believers to stand firm with God’s armor and prayer.