In this opening session, Dr. Rene Rochester lays the groundwork for studying the book of Ephesians by exploring the historical and cultural backdrop of the city of Ephesus. From the influence of pagan worship to the rise of commerce, athletics, and philosophy, Ephesus was a thriving yet spiritual...

Dr. Rene unpacks the significance of the human body as a metaphor for the body of Christ in the book of Ephesians. Drawing from the cultural backdrop of Ephesus and its devotion to the goddess Artemis, she contrasts false worship with the true purpose of our “earth suits.” Through vivid illustrat...

Now we begin the book of Ephesians itself, beginning with chapter one. Dr. Rene unpacks Paul’s reminder that redemption—being bought back through the blood of Jesus—is at the very heart of the gospel. Both Jew and Gentile, male and female, must come to God the same way: through Christ’s finished ...

In this session, Dr. Rene transitions from Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 1 into the life-changing truth of Ephesians 2. She contrasts the old way of living—dead in sin and following the spirit of disobedience—with the new life given through Christ. With vivid illustrations, Dr. Rene explains how God...

Paul’s teaching in Ephesians 2 is all about our shared identity in Christ. Once separated, strangers to the promises of God, we are now brought near through the blood of Jesus. Dr. Rene explains how Christ has torn down dividing walls—between Jew and Gentile, male and female, culture and culture—...

In Ephesians 3, we find that what was once hidden is now revealed—Gentiles are welcomed into God’s family through Christ. Dr. Rene explains how the “mystery” of the gospel is no longer a secret: Christ dwells within all who believe, Jew and Gentile alike, uniting us as one body. From Paul’s priso...

In this session, Dr. Rene Rochester turns to Ephesians 4, where Paul urges believers to “walk in a manner worthy of the calling.” She explains that unity in the body of Christ isn’t about agreeing on everything, but about walking together in humility, gentleness, patience, and love. With practica...

Here we see Paul’s call in Ephesians 4 to walk no longer as the world walks, but to live set apart as God’s people. We hear how holiness isn’t about rigid rules but about being renewed in mind and transformed in heart so our words, actions, and relationships reflect Christ. With practical example...

In this session, Dr. Rene Rochester turns to Ephesians 5, where Paul calls believers to “be imitators of God” and walk in love. She contrasts the selfless, sacrificial love of Christ with the counterfeit love of lust, greed, and impurity that plagued Ephesus—and still plagues our world today. Dr....

Dr. Rene unpacks Paul’s exhortation in Ephesians 5 to walk as children of light. She reminds us that light exposes darkness, calling believers to discern truth from deception and to live wisely in a world that often pulls us off course. Through practical insights and vivid examples, Dr. Rene show...

In this session, we dig into Ephesians 5–6 to unpack Paul’s teaching on marriage, family, and the household of faith. She explains how the covenant between husband and wife mirrors Christ’s relationship with His Church—rooted in love, respect, and mutual submission under God’s mission. Drawing fr...

In this final session, Dr. Rene walks through Paul’s teaching in Ephesians 6 on the armor of God. With vivid illustrations, she explains how each piece—the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and sword of the Spirit—equips believers t...