Ephesians 2:17
What is written? (ESV)
And he came and preached peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near.
What does it say?
Jesus came and preached peace to those that were far off, as well as those that were near.
What is its immediate context?
Paul is writing to the “saints that are in Ephesus” (1:1), but Gentile Christians in particular (2:11). He is reminding them of this grace that they have from God and the fact that they are now “fellow citizens…of the household of God” (2:19). Ultimately, his plea to them is to walk in a manner worthy of the calling” (4:1).
How Ephesians 2:17 is applied across Bible answers
What is the effect of God’s word?
Jesus' message was one of peace. Specifically, a peace that results between those (anyone) who accept it, and ultimately with God.
