This 5th post continues the
Letter to the Ephesians Series, let me restate:
I don't know how many of you have read the Letter to the Ephesians that Paul wrote; but in order to read and study it, I decided to write it as if I was speaking to myself. I do not intend to change what Paul says, or to nullify his words, but to implant it in my mind as a personal witness to my heart of what God has given me as my inheritance through Christ Jesus. Please bare that in mind as you read it. I only hope that it blesses you.
Chapter 5
Be followers of God, as dear children, and walk in love, as Christ has loved us, and has given Himself for us as an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet smelling savour.
As it becomes a saint, let not fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting (teasing),be heard of among you, but rather the giving of thanks; for this you know, that no whoremonger(this is an offensive term for a sexually indiscriminate man, especially one who frequents prostitutes), nor unclean person, nor covetous man, which is an idolater, has any inheritance in the Kingdom of Christ and of God.
Let no man deceive you with vain words, for because of these things comes the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience.(I have to state here that this tells you that even when we are born-again saved by the blood Christians, we are still accountable for our actions and will receive recompense for them.) Be not partakers with those who do these things. For you were before darkness, but now you are the light in the Lord, so walk as children of light.
For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness, and righteousness and truth, proving what is acceptable unto the Lord.
But have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. (show your disapproval of them who do these things)
For it is a shame even to speak of those things which are done of them in secret.
But all things that are reproved are made manifest by the light; for whatsoever does make manifest is light. Where for He saith, Awake you that sleeps, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give you light.
See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Wherefore be not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. Be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess, but be filled with the (Holy) Spirit.
Speak to yourself in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God (in respect for God) .
that covers chapter 5 verses 1-24, tomorrow I will cover verses 25- the end of the chapter.
Please feel free to comment on what you thought, and how you felt when you read this.
Understand that I in no way offer this as another scripture, but just my thoughts on the scripture.
I only mean to strengthen my belief and understanding and help others who are seeking more enlightenment from the word of God. I will continue to post as I continue to study the things God has gifted to us all as believers. God's blessing on you all, you are continually in my heart and prayers. With much love in Christ Jesus, Amen
I don't know how many of you have read the Letter to the Ephesians that Paul wrote; but in order to read and study it, I decided to write it as if I was speaking to myself. I do not intend to change what Paul says, or to nullify his words, but to implant it in my mind as a personal witness to my heart of what God has given me as my inheritance through Christ Jesus. Please bare that in mind as you read it. I only hope that it blesses you.
Chapter 5
Be followers of God, as dear children, and walk in love, as Christ has loved us, and has given Himself for us as an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet smelling savour.
As it becomes a saint, let not fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting (teasing),be heard of among you, but rather the giving of thanks; for this you know, that no whoremonger(this is an offensive term for a sexually indiscriminate man, especially one who frequents prostitutes), nor unclean person, nor covetous man, which is an idolater, has any inheritance in the Kingdom of Christ and of God.
Let no man deceive you with vain words, for because of these things comes the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience.(I have to state here that this tells you that even when we are born-again saved by the blood Christians, we are still accountable for our actions and will receive recompense for them.) Be not partakers with those who do these things. For you were before darkness, but now you are the light in the Lord, so walk as children of light.
For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness, and righteousness and truth, proving what is acceptable unto the Lord.
But have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. (show your disapproval of them who do these things)
For it is a shame even to speak of those things which are done of them in secret.
But all things that are reproved are made manifest by the light; for whatsoever does make manifest is light. Where for He saith, Awake you that sleeps, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give you light.
See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Wherefore be not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. Be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess, but be filled with the (Holy) Spirit.
Speak to yourself in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God (in respect for God) .
that covers chapter 5 verses 1-24, tomorrow I will cover verses 25- the end of the chapter.
Please feel free to comment on what you thought, and how you felt when you read this.
Understand that I in no way offer this as another scripture, but just my thoughts on the scripture.
I only mean to strengthen my belief and understanding and help others who are seeking more enlightenment from the word of God. I will continue to post as I continue to study the things God has gifted to us all as believers. God's blessing on you all, you are continually in my heart and prayers. With much love in Christ Jesus, Amen
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