Ephesians 1:1

apostle. App-189.

Jesus Christ. The texts read Christ Jesus (App-98).

will. App-102.

God. App-98.

saints. See Acts 9:13; 1 Corinthians 1:2.

at. App-104.

Ephesus. See Introductory Notes.

faithful. App-150.

in. Same as at, above.

Christ Jesus. As above.

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