Ephesians Chapter 6 · Verse 7
With good will doing service, as to the Lord, and not to men:
Original Language Analysis
μετ'
With
G3326
μετ'
With
Strong's:
G3326
Word #:
1 of 9
properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)
δουλεύοντες
doing service
G1398
δουλεύοντες
doing service
Strong's:
G1398
Word #:
3 of 9
to be a slave to (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary)
ὡς
G5613
τῷ
G3588
τῷ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
5 of 9
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
κυρίῳ
as to the Lord
G2962
κυρίῳ
as to the Lord
Strong's:
G2962
Word #:
6 of 9
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
7 of 9
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
Cross References
Colossians 3:23And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;1 Corinthians 10:31Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.2 Kings 5:13And his servants came near, and spake unto him, and said, My father, if the prophet had bid thee do some great thing, wouldest thou not have done it? how much rather then, when he saith to thee, Wash, and be clean?Genesis 31:6And ye know that with all my power I have served your father.
Historical Context
Written during Paul's Roman imprisonment (60-62 CE), this verse in chapter 6 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 6:7 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 6:7 text would be quoted here] This verse in Ephesians chapter 6 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.