Calvins Commentary on Ephesians · John Calvin

012 - Ephesians 61-9

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Calvin delivers the powerful consolation that God personally accepts the service of slaves, even when their human masters are cruel and ungrateful.
This episode presents a reading and analysis of John Calvin's commentary on Ephesians 6:1-9, focusing on the Apostle Paul's instructions to children and parents, then to servants and masters. Calvin provides theological interpretation of why specific words are used, the hierarchy of obedience to God versus human authorities, and the spiritual significance of service rendered even under difficult circumstances.

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A stern, clear reading of household duty, authority, and God's impartial judgment.

Calvin reads Ephesians 6:1-9 as a hard, disciplined account of duty under God. Children, parents, servants, and masters are all measured by the same demand for obedience, restraint, and accountability.

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