## proclaimed the gospel ##

"announced the gospel" or "declared the gospel"

## the gospel and his peace ##

"the gospel of peace"

## those who were far away ##

This refers to the Gentiles or non-Jews.

## those who were near ##

This refers to the Jews.

## For through Jesus we both have access ##

"We both" refers to both Paul, the believing Jews and the believing non-Jews.

## have access in one Spirit ##

all believers are given the right to enter into the presence of God the Father by one spirit or authority.