Friday, July 21, 2006

Ephesians 4:22-32

Ephesians 4:22-32

You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its decietful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on te new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.

Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbour, for we are members of one body. In your anger do not sin. Do not let the sun go down while you are angry, [which means don't be angry until the sun sets] and do not give the devil a foothold. He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have somthing to share with those in need.

Do not let unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benifit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for redeption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as Christ forgave you.

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