About this episode

Matt Peterson discusses the growth of the church in Ephesus amidst challenges and shares insights from the Apostle Paul's letter to the believers.

In the midst of idol worship, demonic activity and superstition, the church of Jesus is growing in Ephesus. The Apostle Paul writes to these believers, encouraging them in their identity in Christ and sharing with them some of the mysteries of their inheritance.

People in this episode

Guest: Matt Peterson

Topics covered

• identity in Christ
• Apostle Paul
• Ephesus
• church growth
• mysteries of inheritance
• idol worship
• demonic activity

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Ephesians

Places: Ephesus

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