Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Introduction: Author, setting, and themes -- Our calling (1:1-2) -- The Father's purpose (1:3-6) -- The Son's mission (1:7-10) -- The Spirit's assurance (1:11-14) -- The church triumphant (1:15-23) -- The gift of God (2:1-10) -- Identity found (2:11-13) -- Breaking down barriers (2:14-18) -- Built tough, built together (2:19-22) -- Counterfeit callings exposed (3:1-13) -- The prevailing power of a supreme love (3:14-19) -- He is able (3:20-21) -- Owner's manual for the church (4:1-16) -- The life of lizards and stallions (4:17-24) -- Witness of grace (4:25-32) -- The smell of Jesus (5:1-7) -- The light bearers (5:8-21) -- The sacrificial head (5:21-33) -- The submissive wife (5:22-33) -- The Godly household (6:1-9) -- The armor of faith (6:10-24).