Ephesus was a cosmopolitan city and was religiously diverse. Situated on the western coast of modern day Turkey. It was known for its worship of the goddess of hunting and fertility, Artemis. The practice of magic and pluralistic worship was embedded in this ancient New Testament world. Ephesus thrived as a prosperous commercial hub. It … Continue reading A Better Understanding of Ephesians 5:19-20: Exegesis & Reflection