The Ephesian were a diverse group of Jews and Gentiles, united together in Messiah. They definitely had an impact on the first century world in which they lived. But the Rabbi was not just writing to that local group. What is Paul saying to us?
Barney Kasdan is rabbi of Kehilat Ariel Messianic Synagogue in San Diego, California. He holds degrees from Biola University (BA in History) and Talbot School of Theology (M.Div.). He also has completed a year of post-graduate studies at the University of Judaism in Los Angeles.