Lesson 219: Ephesians 5:1
Lesson 219: Ephesians 5:1
Ephesians 5:1
The Blueprint — The Verse
Follow God's example, therefore, as dearly loved children
Memorization Practice
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The Context — The History
Ephesians 5 calls believers to imitate God as beloved children. In a Greco-Roman world of patron gods and moral confusion, Paul roots ethics in the Father's love and forgiving character.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
After urging forgiveness as God in Christ forgave, Paul calls believers to walk in love as Christ loved and gave himself. They are to imitate God as dear children.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Ephesians 5:2
Walk in love, even as Christ also loved you, and gave himself up for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling fragrance.
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Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Ephesians 5:2) to continue the passage.
Discussion
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What attribute of God u2014 love, forgiveness, holiness u2014 are you called to imitate now?
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How does being 'dearly loved' empower obedience?
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Who models God's example for you?