Ephesians 3:20
Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,
Original Language Analysis
Τῷ
G3588
Τῷ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
1 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὑπὲρ
above
G5228
ὑπὲρ
above
Strong's:
G5228
Word #:
4 of 20
"over", i.e., (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case super
ποιῆσαι
to do
G4160
ποιῆσαι
to do
Strong's:
G4160
Word #:
6 of 20
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
ὑπὲρ
above
G5228
ὑπὲρ
above
Strong's:
G5228
Word #:
7 of 20
"over", i.e., (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case super
ἐκ
abundantly
G1537
ἐκ
abundantly
Strong's:
G1537
Word #:
8 of 20
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
περισσοῦ
G4053
περισσοῦ
Strong's:
G4053
Word #:
9 of 20
superabundant (in quantity) or superior (in quality); by implication, excessive; adverbially (with g1537) violently; neuter (as noun) preeminence
ὧν
that
G3739
ὧν
that
Strong's:
G3739
Word #:
10 of 20
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
νοοῦμεν
think
G3539
νοοῦμεν
think
Strong's:
G3539
Word #:
13 of 20
to exercise the mind (observe), i.e., (figuratively) to comprehend, heed
κατὰ
according to
G2596
κατὰ
according to
Strong's:
G2596
Word #:
14 of 20
(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
τὴν
G3588
τὴν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
15 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
δύναμιν
the power
G1411
δύναμιν
the power
Strong's:
G1411
Word #:
16 of 20
force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
τὴν
G3588
τὴν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
17 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Cross References
2 Corinthians 9:8And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:Romans 4:21And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform.Jeremiah 32:27Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me?Jude 1:24Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy,1 Corinthians 2:9But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.Ephesians 1:19And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power,Jeremiah 32:17Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for thee:Hebrews 7:25Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them.Ephesians 3:7Whereof I was made a minister, according to the gift of the grace of God given unto me by the effectual working of his power.Romans 16:25Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began,
Historical Context
Written during Paul's Roman imprisonment (60-62 CE), this verse in chapter 3 reflects the circular letter's purpose to multiple Asian churches. Ephesus was a major center of pagan worship (Artemis cult) and early Christianity, making Paul's teachings on spiritual warfare and Christian unity particularly relevant.
Questions for Reflection
- How does the truth of Ephesians 3:20 about verse-specific transform your daily walk with Christ?
- What does this verse teach about theological theme that challenges modern Christian practice?
- How can you apply the theological principle of doctrinal emphasis in your relationships and witness?
Analysis & Commentary
[Verse 3:20 text would be quoted here] This verse in Ephesians chapter 3 addresses theological theme. Key Greek terms include to be determined.
The theological focus is doctrinal emphasis, demonstrating Paul's emphasis on the cosmic Christ and the church as His body/bride/temple. The phrase emphasizes union with Christ as the foundation of all spiritual blessings.