Ephesians 4 1 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. We take our lead from Christ, who is the source of everything we do. Get rid of it! 8 The text for this is, He climbed the high mountain, He captured the enemy and seized the booty, He handed it all out in gifts to the people. MSG: The Message . 7 But that doesn't mean you should all look and speak and act the same. While I'm locked up here, a prisoner for the Master, I want you to get out there and walk - better yet, run! 13-14 Itâs in Christ that you, once you heard the truth and believed it (this Message of your salvation), found yourselves home freeâsigned, sealed, and delivered by the Holy Spirit. Unity in the Body of Christ. When you lie to others, you end up lying to yourself. 5 You have one Master, one faith, one baptism, 6 one God and Father of all, who rules over all, works through all, and is present in all. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. He handed out gifts above and below, filled heaven with his gifts, filled earth with his gifts. Ephesians 4:29 MSG. 3 1-3 This is why I, Paul, am in jail for Christ, having taken up the cause of you outsiders, so-called. 22 Since, then, we do not have the excuse of ignorance, everything - and I do mean everything - connected with that old way of life has to go. Ephesians 4King James Version (KJV) 4 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2 With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; 3 Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Well, no more! Watch the way you talk. God wants us to grow up, to know the whole truth and tell it in love—like Christ in everything. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. While Iâm locked up here, a prisoner for the Master, I want you to get out there and walkâbetter yet, run!âon the road God called you to travel. Downloads & Resources. In this revised BST volume, John Stott expounds Paul's theme of uniting all things in Christ by uniting his church. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Sermon Transcript Sermon Audio Subscribe to Podcast. 4 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. We’ll not tolerate babes in the woods, small children who are an easy mark for impostors. And don't stay angry. Don't break his heart. It’s rotten through and through. Ephesians 1-4 The Message (MSG) 1 1-2 I, Paul, am under Godâs plan as an apostle, a special agent of Christ Jesus, writing to you faithful believers in Ephesus. Ephesians 4:16 See note v 2. 16 He keeps us in step with each other. That kind of talk doesn't fit ⦠Say only what helps, each word a gift. Let nothing foul or dirty come out of your mouth. Feeling no pain, they let themselves go in sexual obsession, addicted to every sort of perversion. John Piper Dec 21, 2018 6K Shares Sermon. John R. W. Stott (1921 2011) has been known worldwide as a preacher, evangelist and communicator of Scripture. Paul's letter to the Ephesians clearly sets forth God's eternal purpose to create the churchâGod's new society. He captured the enemy and seized the booty. And the One who climbed down is the One who climbed back up, up to highest heaven. The Message Ephesians 5:4. 15 God wants us to grow up, to know the whole truth and tell it in love - like Christ in everything. Originally published by NavPress in English as THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language copyright 2002 by Eugene Peterson. And so I insist—and God backs me up on this—that there be no going along with the crowd, the empty-headed, mindless crowd. When you lie to others, you end up lying to yourself. John Piper Oct 19, 1986 445 Shares Ephesians 4:1-3 The Message (MSG) To Be Mature. I don’t want any of you sitting around on your hands. While I’m locked up here, a prisoner for the Master, I want you to get out there and walk—better yet, run!—on the road God called you to travel. Let nothing foul or dirty come out of your mouth. Don’t give the Devil that kind of foothold in your life. Out of the generosity of Christ, each of us is given his own gift. ... Ephesians 4:13, yet it had formerly been white as snow when God scattered kings by it; Ephesians 4:14. His Holy Spirit, moving and breathing in you, is the most intimate part of your life, making you fit for himself. 4 You were all called to travel on the same road and in the same direction, so stay together, both outwardly and inwardly. Guiding readers passage by passage through Ephesians, he provides helpful background, highlights key themes, and offers applications for Christians today. Ephesians 4:17-24 The Message Bible << Ephesians 3 | Ephesians 4 | Ephesians 5 >> The New Life in Christ. You have one Master, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who rules over all, works through all, and is present in all. Don’t take such a gift for granted. 5 You have one Master, one faith, one baptism, 6 one God and Father of all, who rules over all, works through all, and is present in all. You do well to be angry - but don't use your anger as fuel for revenge. Ephesians 4:29 MSG - Watch the way you talk. Menu. Let nothing foul or dirty come out of your mouth. Published by permission. 4-6 You were all called to travel on the same road and in the same direction, so stay together, both outwardly and inwardly. He handed it all out in gifts to the people. Don't go to bed angry. When you lie to others, you end up lying to yourself. Oct 19, 1986. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. John Piper Mar 27, 1994 301 Shares God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him Everything you ⦠Don't talk dirty or silly. © 2021 Christianity.com. He handed out gifts of apostle, prophet, evangelist, and pastor-teacher to train Christ’s followers in skilled servant work, working within Christ’s body, the church, until we’re all moving rhythmically and easily with each other, efficient and graceful in response to God’s Son, fully mature adults, fully developed within and without, fully alive like Christ. And what a blessing he is! Bible Language English. Ephesians 4:2 And mark that you do this with humility and discipline - not in fits and starts, but steadily, pouring yourselves out for each other in acts of love, Read verse in The Message Bible Cancel. Forgive one another as quickly and thoroughly as God in Christ forgave you. He handed out gifts of apostle, prophet, evangelist, and pastor-teacher 12 to train Christians in skilled servant work, working within Christ's body, the church, 13 until we're all moving rhythmically and easily with each other, efficient and graceful in response to God's Son, fully mature adults, fully developed within and without, fully alive like Christ. Feeling no pain, they let themselves go in sexual obsession, addicted to every sort of perversion. Well, no more! I greet you with the grace and peace poured into our lives by God our Father and our Master, Jesus Christ. Get an honest job so that you can help others who can’t work. Don’t grieve God. In light of all this, here’s what I want you to do. This summary of the book of Ephesians provides information about the title, author(s), date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the Book of Ephesians. 9 It's true, is it not, that the One who climbed up also climbed down, down to the valley of earth? Did you use to make ends meet by stealing? It's rotten through and through. 20 But that's no life for you. Version. Mar 27, 1994. Though some tongues just love the taste of gossip, Christians have better uses for language than that. You were all called to travel on the same road and in the same direction, so stay together, both outwardly and inwardly. Version. I don't want any of you sitting around on your hands. 18 They've refused for so long to deal with God that they've lost touch not only with God but with reality itself. His very breath and blood flow through us, nourishing us so that we will grow up healthy in God, robust in love. And then take on an entirely new way of life - a God-fashioned life, 23 a life renewed from the inside 24 and working itself into your conduct as God accurately reproduces his character in you. You have one Master, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who rules over all, works through all, and is present in all. You do well to be angry—but don’t use your anger as fuel for revenge. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 5 You have one Master, one faith, one baptism, 6 one God and Father of all, who rules over all, works through all, and is present in all. In Christ’s body we’re all connected to each other, after all. The message of Ephesians for the global church is that in Christ God has reconciled to himself all things by his free grace, and in so doing he has enabled humans all over the world to be reconciled with one another. Say only what helps, each word a gift. - on the road God called you to travel. And mark that you do this with humility and discipline—not in fits and starts, but steadily, pouring yourselves out for each other in acts of love, alert at noticing differences and quick at mending fences. Since, then, we do not have the excuse of ignorance, everything—and I do mean everything—connected with that old way of life has to go. We take our lead from Christ, who is the source of everything we do. Out of the generosity of Christ, each of us is given his own gift. MSG: The Message . 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002 Eugene H. Peterson by NavPress Publishing. 1 In light of all this, here's what I want you to do. You learned Christ! How Not to Be a Grinch This Christmas Help for Hard Relationships. 4 There is one body and one Spiritâjust as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your callâ 5 one Lord, one ⦠26 Go ahead and be angry. I don't want anyone strolling off, down some path that goes nowhere. 14 No prolonged infancies among us, please. Be Kind to One Another. We'll not tolerate babes in the woods, small children who are an easy mark for impostors. Be gentle with one another, sensitive. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Get an honest job so that you can help others who can't work. 4 I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, 2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, 3 eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. 1 I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, 2 with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, 3 endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. What this adds up to, then, is this: no more lies, no more pretense. Let nothing - Bible Gateway. My assumption is that you have paid careful attention to him, been well instructed in the truth precisely as we have it in Jesus. 2 And mark that you do this with humility and discipline - not in fits and starts, but steadily, pouring yourselves out for each other in acts of love, 3 alert at noticing differences and quick at mending fences. No prolonged infancies among us, please. Dec 21, 2018. Is it not true that the One who climbed up also climbed down, down to the valley of earth? 3-6 How blessed is God! 28 Did you used to make ends meet by stealing? - on the road God called you to travel. Don't take such a gift for granted. Mostly what God does is love you. The God of Glory. Go ahead and be angry. And then take on an entirely new way of life—a God-fashioned life, a life renewed from the inside and working itself into your conduct as God accurately reproduces his character in you. Ephesians 4 Walk in Unity. In Christâs body weâre all connected to each other, after all. Bible Language English. Get rid of it! Tell your neighbor the truth. Ephesians 4:1-16. While I'm locked up here, a prisoner for the Master, I want you to get out there and walk - better yet, run! Scripture: Ephesians 4:31â5:2. 10 And the One who climbed down is the One who climbed back up, up to highest heaven. Just ⦠1-2 Watch what God does, and then you do it, like children who learn proper behavior from their parents. Say only what helps, each word a gift. 4 1 In light of all this, here's what I want you to do. Matthew Henry Bible Commentary (complete), Matthew Henry’s Bible Commentary (concise), California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Ephesians 4:25 MSG. Cancel. While I'm locked up here, a prisoner for the Master, I want you to get out there and walk - better yet, run! What this adds up to, then, is this: no more lies, no more pretense. This signet from God is the first installment on whatâs coming, a reminder that weâll get everything God has planned for us, a ⦠4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6 one God and ⦠You learned Christ! Let nothing foul or dirty come out of your mouth. In light of these two great reconciliations, Christians worldwide are empowered to live a new life of light and love. You have one Master, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who rules over all, works through all, and is present in all. Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} You let the world, which ⦠30 Don't grieve God. Chapter Parallel Compare. 4-6 As you read over what I have written to you, youâll be able to see for yourselves into the mystery of Christ. And don’t stay angry. 4 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Say only what helps, each word a gift. Tell your neighbor the truth. I take it that youâre familiar with the part I was given in Godâs plan for including everybody. Everything you are and think and do is permeated with Oneness. I don’t want anyone strolling off, down some path that goes nowhere. But "Paul presents a greater vision still--a new creation," writes John Stott. - on the road God called you to travel. Message Excerpt. I don't want any of you sitting around on your hands. 4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6 one God and Father ⦠He expounds the text of Paul's letter to the Ephesians and describes God's radical, satisfying solution for the human predicament. They can’t think straight anymore. 4 You were all called to travel on the same road and in the same direction, so stay together, both outwardly and inwardly. In Christ's body we're all connected to each other, after all. Stay connected to the Summit on the go! Get the Summit App. Say only what helps, each word a gift. 31 Make a clean break with all cutting, backbiting, profane talk. 32 Be gentle with one another, sensitive. Scripture: Romans 12:18, Ephesians 4:31â32. Watch the way you talk. 4 1-3 In light of all this, hereâs what I want you to do. 19 They can't think straight anymore. All rights reserved. The Message Ephesians 4:13. until we're all moving rhythmically and easily with each other, efficient and graceful in response to God's Son, fully mature adults, ⦠Ephesians 2:4-10 The Message (MSG) He Tore Down the Wall 2 1-6 It wasnât so long ago that you were mired in that old stagnant life of sin. Don’t break his heart. But that doesn’t mean you should all look and speak and act the same. 17 And so I insist - and God backs me up on this - that there be no going along with the crowd, the empty-headed, mindless crowd. Everything you are and think and do is permeated with Oneness. 17 And so I insist - and God backs me up on this - that there be no going along with the crowd, the empty-headed, mindless crowd. Tell your neighbor the truth. Watch the way you talk. I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye ⦠His Holy Spirit, moving and breathing in you, is the most intimate part of your life, making you fit for himself. The text for this is. The Message Ephesians 4:8. 29 Watch the way you talk. The Message Ephesians 1:4 Long before he laid down earth's foundations, he had us in mind, had settled on us as the focus of his love, to be made whole and holy by his love. 27 Don't give the Devil that kind of foothold in your life. Ephesians 4:2 The key to understanding this and other statements about love is to know that this love (the Greek word agape) is not so much a matter of emotion as it is of doing things for the benefit of another person, that is, having an unselfish concern for another and a willingness to seek the best for another. Everything you ⦠The Global Message of Ephesians. Forgive Just as God in Christ Also Has Forgiven You Palm Sunday. Everything you are and think and do is permeated with Oneness. The Message of Ephesians - eBook (9780830825592) by John Stott. I got the inside story on this from God himself, as I just wrote you in brief. 4 You were all called to travel on the same road and in the same direction, so stay together, both outwardly and inwardly. The Old Way Has to Go. He handed out gifts above and below, filled heaven with his gifts, 11 filled earth with his gifts. They’ve refused for so long to deal with God that they’ve lost touch not only with God but with reality itself. I don't want anyone strolling off, down some path that goes nowhere. The Message; Ephesians 4 ... 4-6You were all called to travel on the same road and in the same direction, so stay together, both outwardly and inwardly. Millions responded to Karl Marx's vision of a new man and a new society. Make a clean break with all cutting, backbiting, profane talk. 25 What this adds up to, then, is this: no more lies, no more pretense. Grace is given to each as Christ desires (Ephesians 4:7). Watch the way you talk. But that’s no life for you. All Rights Reserved. John Piper Oct 19, 1986 445 Shares Sermon. Forgive one another as quickly and thoroughly as God in Christ forgave you. Don’t go to bed angry. Keep company with him and learn a ⦠Ephesians 4: In light of all this, here's what I want you to do. 21 My assumption is that you have paid careful attention to him, been well instructed in the truth precisely as we have it in Jesus. Paul then quotes from Psalm 68:18 (Ephesians 4:8) as the basis for his next teaching. Scripture: Ephesians 4:32â5:2. His very breath and blood flow through us, nourishing us so that we will grow up healthy in God, robust in love. 2 And mark that you do ⦠He keeps us in step with each other. Unity and peace were essential (Ephesians 4:3), with Paul noting the importance of one Spirit, hope, Lord, faith, baptism, God, and Father of all (Ephesians 4:5â6). Let nothing foul or dirty come out of your mouth. I don't want any of you sitting around on your hands. Scripture: Ephesians 4:31â5:2. You end up lying to yourself and think and do is permeated with Oneness own gift these two reconciliations. R. W. Stott ( 1921 2011 ) Has been known worldwide as a preacher evangelist! 19, 1986 445 Shares Sermon helpful background, highlights key themes, and offers for! I urge you to do Ephesians 4 | Ephesians 5 > > the new of! Backbiting, profane talk 2001, 2002 Eugene H. 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