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Weathered marble columns, carved architectural fragments, and fallen stone blocks stand among the ancient ruins of Ephesus in Turkey. The broken masonry and classical ornamentation preserve the atmosphere of a city that was once a major center of commerce, pagan worship, and early Christian witness.

For Christian visual collections, Ephesus carries strong biblical significance. The apostle Paul ministered in this city, where the gospel confronted the religious and civic life surrounding the temple of Artemis. Ephesus also became the recipient of the New Testament letter to the Ephesians and one of the seven churches addressed in Revelation. These ruins serve as a historical setting for teaching on the early church, missionary courage, spiritual perseverance, and the enduring message of Christ to real congregations in the ancient world.