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Ephesians 4:25-32
Tell the TRUTH directly to relevant individuals
Ephesians 4:25 “25 So stop telling lies. Let us tell our neighbors the truth, for we are all parts of the same body.”
Don’t allow anger to CONTROL you
Ephesians 4:26-27 26 And “don’t sin by letting anger control you.”* Don’t let the sun go down while you are still angry, 27 for anger gives a foothold to the devil.”
Work HARD and give GENEROUSLY
Ephesians 4:28 “28 If you are a thief, quit stealing. Instead, use your hands for good hard work, and then give generously to others in need.”
Choose good, helpful, encouraging WORDS
Ephesians 4:29 “29 Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.”
Aim to please GOD in how you live
Ephesians 4:30-32 “30 And do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the way you live. Remember, he has identified you as his own,* guaranteeing that you will be saved on the day of redemption. 31 Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. 32 Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.”
Main Idea
Clear up relationships by forgiving and serving others. Aim to please God by doing your part for relational health.