The Ephesiology Blog

The Ephesiology Blog focuses on the missiological exegesis of contemporary culture as we study people, history, and beliefs in order to understand what God might be doing to engage society with the gospel.

Join us here for thought provoking and pro-active reflections on current events and effective cultural engagement that leads to a missiological theocentric passion for God’s mission in the world. Look for updates to previous blogs as we continue to think and process what we are observing in culture.

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Recent Blogs

The Shepherds: Disrupted by Glory in the Ordinary (Luke 2:14) 

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19 December, 2024

The Shepherds: Disrupted by Glory in the Ordinary (Luke 2:14) 

Luke’s voice softened as he recited the words of the heavenly host, the song of glory that resounded across the...

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Zechariah: Disrupted by Silence and Restoration (Luke 1:68–79)

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Dec 24

14 December, 2024

Zechariah: Disrupted by Silence and Restoration (Luke 1:68–79)

Theophilos sat by the flickering light of a wax candle as Luke recited the words of Zechariah’s hymn. The story...

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Mary: Disrupted by Favor and Calling (Luke 1:46–55) 

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Dec 24

10 December, 2024

Mary: Disrupted by Favor and Calling (Luke 1:46–55) 

As Luke recited the words of Mary’s Magnificat, Theophilos leaned forward, captivated by its poetic cadence. The hymn was familiar...

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A Christmas Reflection on Theophilos

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Dec 24

5 December, 2024

A Christmas Reflection on Theophilos

It's 53 or 54 AD. So, imagine standing in the grandeur of the Ephesian Prytaneion, surrounded by marble reminders of...

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Rediscovering Theophilos

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Nov 24

22 November, 2024

Rediscovering Theophilos

Who was Theophilos, the addressee of Luke’s Gospel and Acts? For decades, scholars have speculated about his identity. Some argue...

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Supporting Global Leaders

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Nov 24

14 November, 2024

Supporting Global Leaders

As the end of the year approaches, we’re reminded of the profound need for theological education among future leaders from...

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Transforming Lives Through Education

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Nov 24

7 November, 2024

Transforming Lives Through Education

As we journey toward the end of the year, we want to share stories that illustrate the life-changing impact your...

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Empowering Future Seminary Professors

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Nov 24

2 November, 2024

Empowering Future Seminary Professors

Imagine a world where passionate, equipped Christian leaders spread God’s Word in areas with the greatest need—leaders grounded in both...

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Balanced Theological Education

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Oct 24

29 October, 2024

Balanced Theological Education

In recent years, theological education has earned mixed reviews from those on the mission field. Some missionaries share disappointing stories...

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A Coded Declaration of the Trinity?

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Oct 24

7 October, 2024

A Coded Declaration of the Trinity?

The discovery of an ancient word square in the cryptoporticus at Smyrna has raised some fascinating questions about the subtle...

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