Who is Paul in Ephesians 3?
In Ephesians 3, Paul identifies himself as the prisoner of Jesus Christ and a bond slave on behalf of the Gentiles. He is the one given the dispensation, or administration, of God’s grace—not law, works, or legalism—and he writes this to Gentiles.
Les explains that in Ephesians 3:1–2 Paul calls himself the prisoner of Jesus Christ and the bond slave on behalf of us Gentiles. Paul received the dispensation, or administration, of the grace of God—not law, not works, not legalism—given to him and then to the Gentiles. Les points out that Paul is writing to Gentiles, emphasizing grace rather than works.
For this cause I Paul, the prisoner of Jesus Christ for you Gentiles,
More Questions
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.
Who was Paul in relation to the Gentiles?
Paul was a prisoner of Jesus Christ and a bond slave on behalf of the Gentiles.
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).
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.