11 And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather [c]expose them. 25 Husbands, love your wives,(AN) just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her(AO) 26 to make her holy,(AP) cleansing[b] her by the washing(AQ) with water through the word, 27 and to present her to himself(AR) as a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle or any other blemish, but holy and blameless. Jesus will return and is in the process of returning. (r.v.) Today, we take a look at Paul's admonition to be imitators of God as His children. See How They All Connect. (AF) Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, 20 always giving thanks(AG) to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. 30 For we are members of His body, [h]of His flesh and of His bones. (AC) 18 Do not get drunk on wine,(AD) which leads to debauchery. Luke 6:35 English Standard Version (ESV) 35 But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return, and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, for he is kind to the ungrateful and the evil. 17 Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Sign up here! Ps 27:6; 95:2; Ac 16:25; 1Co 14:15, 26; Col 3:16, ver 4; Job 1:21; Ps 34:1; Col 3:17; Heb 13:15, Ge 3:16; 1Co 14:34; Col 3:18; 1Ti 2:12; Tit 2:5; 1Pe 3:1, 5, 6, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Acts, Comfort Print, NIV, Quest Study Bible, Comfort Print: The Only Q and A Study Bible. In much Jewish thought the idea of imitating God was anathema. Three easy steps to start your free trial subscription to Bible Gateway Plus. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. Therefore, become imitators of God: Paul has just discussed some of God’s qualities, such as kindness, compassion, and forgiveness. Christian/Church Of Christ (35) Church Of God (9) Evangelical Free (2) ... Ephesians 5:1 Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; Let’s look at men of old to see how they were loyal. Now viewing scripture range from the book of Ephesians chapter 5:1 through chapter 5:2... Ephesians Chapter 5. It looks like you’re already subscribed to Bible Gateway Plus! The next step is to choose a monthly or yearly subscription, and then enter your payment information. Ephesians 5:1–14 a Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; 2 And b walk in love, c as Christ also hath loved us, and d hath given himself for us e an offering and a sacrifice to God for f a sweetsmelling savour. 12 It is shameful even to mention what the disobedient do in secret. 12:34, 35; Eph. Followers. . Strictly speaking Ephesians 5:1-2 are transitional; an inference from what precedes, a basis for the following exhortation. (1Co 6:13; 1Co 11:3; Eph 1:22). And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God” (Ephesians 5:1-2). So here, by opening with the word “therefore,” he suggests that contemplating God’s appealing qualities can motivate Christians to imitate the One who best exemplifies such qualities. 6 Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience. Take notes, highlights, and favorites to share or document personal thoughts. New International Version (NIV). You’ve already claimed your free trial of Bible Gateway Plus. 2 And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour. Ephesians 5:1-33 To the Ephesians 5 Therefore, become imitators of God, + as beloved children, 2 and go on walking in love, + just as the Christ also loved us * + and gave himself for us * as an offering and a sacrifice, a sweet fragrance to God. 21 Submit to one another(AI) out of reverence for Christ. … 8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Parousia Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 13, 2020 | 533 views. # Lit sons of disobedience 7 Therefore, do not become their partners. 4:29; Col. 3:8; James 1:21, Prov. (T) 11 Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness,(U) but rather expose them. December 23, 2020 “Therefore, become imitators of God, as beloved children. 5:22—6:9; Col. 3:18—4:1; 1 Pet. Ephesians. 2 And k walk in love, l as Christ loved us and m gave himself up for us, a n fragrant o offering and sacrifice to God. 1 Be ye therefore imitators of God, as beloved children; 2 and walk in love, even as Christ also loved you, and gave himself up for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for an odor of a sweet smell. [a](L) 6 Let no one deceive you(M) with empty words, for because of such things God’s wrath(N) comes on those who are disobedient. 8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light # Ps 36:9; Jn 12:46 in the Lord. Sermons on Ephesians 5:1-20: showing 1-15 of 918 Filter Results Sort By Close Filters Scripture . 22 So get rid of your old self, which made you live as you used to - the old self that was being destroyed by its deceitful desires. 7 Therefore do not be partakers with them. 3:1–6, The NKJV, American Patriot's Bible, Hardcover: The Word of God and the Shaping of America, NKJV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NKJV, Abide Bible, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New King James Version, NKJV Study Bible, Full-Color, Comfort Print: The Complete Resource for Studying God’s Word. Visit our library of inductive Bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the Bible you can use in your small group. 14 Therefore He says: “Awake, you who sleep,Arise from the dead,And Christ will give you light.”. 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