Bible
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“But immorality or any impurity or greed must not even be named among you, as is proper among saints;” – Ephesians 5:3 (NASB) In verse 3 of Ephesians chapter 5, The apostle Paul continues his exhortation by advising against various vices that are unbecoming of the dear children and followers of God. These vices should…
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Believers are called to imitate God and Christ, displaying selfless love and emulating their character. As God’s beloved children, they are to reflect His sacrificial love, now empowered by the Holy Spirit. This sacrificial love defines God’s character and is central to the gospel message.
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The apostle Paul urges believers to rid themselves of negative traits like bitterness and anger, allowing the Spirit to transform their lives, while also demonstrating kindness, tender-heartedness, and forgiveness. This behavior is motivated by God’s forgiveness through Christ, and believers are called to share the message of reconciliation and forgiveness with others, reflecting the character…
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The Holy Spirit, living in believers, transforms and sanctifies them to be like Christ. Christians are urged not to grieve the Spirit with impure thoughts and behaviors. The Spirit’s seal guarantees believers’ security and inheritance. Those marked with truth will receive eternal life. Surrendering to the Spirit brings true joy and belongs to Christ.
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Christians are urged to use their words wisely, speaking only what is uplifting and beneficial. Their speech should edify others and align with spiritual principles, reflecting love and grace. They are encouraged to guard against profanity, tailor their speech to specific needs, and ensure that their words and actions align with their true character and…
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“and might reconcile them both in one body to God through the cross, by it having put to death the enmity. And He came and preached peace to you who were far away, and peace to those who were near; ” – Ephesians 2:16-17 (NASB) In Ephesians 2:16-17, Paul speaks about the reconciliation and unity brought about…
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“For we were saved in such a hope. But a hope that is seen is not real hope, for who hopes for what he actually sees? But if we hope for something we do not see, we keep on patiently waiting for it. In the same way the Spirit, too, is helping us in our…
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“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in…
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(read Romans chapter13) There is a difference in the Bible between how we treat civil government and how we look at it. Paul seems to be very respectful, and Peter seems to say the very same thing. But John in Revelation 13 calls human government the ‘Beast’ as the ultimate enemy of God. The anti-Christ…