Series: Fully Alive - A Study of Ephesians
Sermon Recap
Ephesians 5:1–21 calls us to imitate God by
walking in love, living as children of light, and pursuing wisdom through the
Spirit. God’s love is not permissive — it transforms us, calling us out of
darkness and into a new way of living. As we are filled with the Spirit, our
lives begin to reflect worship, gratitude, and humility, showing the world what
it looks like to follow Jesus.
Ephesians 5:1-21
Walk in Love
[1] Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved
children. [2] And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us,
a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. [3] But sexual immorality and all
impurity or covetousness must not even be named among you, as is proper among
saints. [4] Let there be no filthiness nor foolish talk nor crude joking, which
are out of place, but instead let there be thanksgiving. [5] For you may be
sure of this, that everyone who is sexually immoral or impure, or who is covetous
(that is, an idolater), has no inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and God.
[6] Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the
wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience. [7] Therefore do not become
partners with them; [8] for at one time you were darkness, but now you are
light in the Lord. Walk as children of light [9] (for the fruit of light is
found in all that is good and right and true), [10] and try to discern what is
pleasing to the Lord. [11] Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness,
but instead expose them. [12] For it is shameful even to speak of the things
that they do in secret. [13] But when anything is exposed by the light, it
becomes visible, [14] for anything that becomes visible is light. Therefore, it
says, “Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead, and Christ will shine on
you.” [15] Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, [16]
making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. [17] Therefore do
not be foolish but understand what the will of the Lord is. [18] And do not get
drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, [19]
addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and
making melody to the Lord with your heart, [20] giving thanks always and for
everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, [21]
submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ. (ESV)
The
Holy Bible, English Standard Version. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. Copyright © 2001
by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Ephesians
5:1-21.
Closing Thoughts
Ephesians 5 reminds us that our lives are
meant to stand out, not through self-righteousness, but through love, holiness,
and wisdom. As a group, this means we encourage one another to live
differently, to resist cultural pressures, and to pursue what pleases the Lord.
We shine light by how we speak, how we love, and how we live, helping others
see the difference Christ makes. When we walk in the Spirit together, our lives
become a testimony that points people to Jesus.
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