An Epic Conclusion

Analyze how Paul adopts the cultural form of the household code, while entirely reshaping the foundation on which it rests.

Examine Paul’s reimagined household code to see how, in the new humanity, every relationship is reshaped by the apocalypse of Jesus.

Where does Paul get the idea for the armor of God? Examine passages from Isaiah that shaped Paul and prepared him to stand with God against the powers.

Finish Paul’s letter to the Ephesians and reflect on how God’s gift of grace prepares us to stand in unity against the powers that seek to divide.