There are a lot of issues covered in Ephesians 4:25-32.
Christians are not to lie or have sinful anger. Anger is fine in its place. In fact, we must have righteous anger, for without it we are not truly passionate about the truth.
Saints are not to steal or use corrupt speech. We are commanded to work to provide for ourselves and help those in need. This is opposite of what some in the world espouse, that we should look for a handout whenever possible. Too, our words are to be good and tend toward a positive effect on the world.
We are not to grieve the Holy Spirit. If we do, we will pay the consequences. And, instead of having bitterness and a generally bad attitude, we are to be kind, tenderhearted, and forgiving. Not only will it lead to an eternal reward, it will also pay dividends in this life.
The gospel is perfect, addressing every area of man’s life. If we would only apply it consistently, we would be far better off and much happier.
missying
on Nov 5th, 2009
@ 9:39 AM:
Wow! 8 verses chock full of valuable lessons: how to deal with our anger, how to treat one another, being honest and hard working,etc. Verse 30 really hits home – our sins GRIEVE the Holy Spirit. God sees enough wickedness committed by sinners, His children don’t need to add to His pain.
aflowers
on Nov 5th, 2009
@ 11:16 AM:
Completed.
Diane
on Nov 5th, 2009
@ 11:33 AM:
Completed book of Ephesians today. So many great tidbits in there for daily living!
VAN
on Nov 5th, 2009
@ 3:25 PM:
Completed. The hardest lesson to learn from these passages is self control. If we let go of our self control who do you think takes over? Yes, the giant red monster with horns and a vipergated tail and stabs us thru the heart with his fork. We must maintain self control and never give it over to anyone but God and our Lord Jesus the Christ.
msjillian
on Nov 5th, 2009
@ 7:10 PM:
I think this passage seems so simple in that we hear it all the time…but the application is far from simple.