Who was Paul primarily writing to in Ephesians 3?
Paul was primarily writing to Gentiles. In Ephesians 3:1 he calls himself a prisoner of Jesus Christ 'for you Gentiles,' establishing at the outset that he is dealing primarily with Gentile believers. The phrase 'for you Gentiles' identifies the intended audience of his explanation.
Les explains that when you come to Ephesians chapter 3, right off the bat in verse 1, Paul again is establishing the fact that he is dealing primarily with Gentiles. The verse says, 'For this cause I Paul, the prisoner of Jesus Christ, for you Gentiles.' Les points out that 'for this cause' refers back to all the things that took place in those first two chapters of Ephesians. So the opening statement makes clear that Paul's message here is directed to Gentile believers.
For this cause I Paul, the prisoner of Jesus Christ for you Gentiles,
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What does Paul call himself in Ephesians chapter 3 verse 1?
In Ephesians chapter 3 verse 1, Paul calls himself the prisoner of Jesus Christ for the sake of the Gentiles.
What does Paul mean by 'for this cause' in Ephesians 3:1?
When Paul says 'for this cause' in Ephesians 3:1, the cause he is primarily referring to is Ephesians 2:8-9, salvation by grace through faith.
What is the "cause" Paul refers to in Ephesians 3:1?
In Ephesians 3:1, the "cause" Paul is talking about primarily refers back to Ephesians 2:8-9 (though that is not the only thing he is referring to).