Imitate His walk

Imitate His walk

Elder Annie 

Ephesians 5:1-17

1 Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children 2 and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.

3 But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God's holy people. 4 Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk or coarse joking, which are out of place, but rather thanksgiving. 5 For of this you can be sure: No immoral, impure or greedy person-such a man is an idolater-has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God. 6 Let no-one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things God's wrath comes on those who are disobedient. 7 Therefore do not be partners with them.

8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light 9 (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) 10 and find out what pleases the Lord. 11 Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them. 12 For it is shameful even to mention what the disobedient do in secret. 13 But everything exposed by the light becomes visible, 14 for it is light that makes everything visible. This is why it is said:"Wake up, O sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you."

15 Be very careful, then, how you live-not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. 17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord's will is.

Mimeti= Mimic

What sort of "walk" is worthy of such a calling ? 

Our "walk" which is worthy of our calling is one in which we :-

1) Walk in Love

Walk in a love that is pure. 

Off with the old, on with the new.

Galatians 2:20 It is our loner I that live but Christ living in me. 

2) Walk in Light

One time we were darkness.

Romans 12:1-2

Verses 11-14

Expose by light, it becomes visible. Silent often means approval.

3) Walk in wisdom

Verses 15-17

We are called to imitate His Walk and be Godly models to impact others for Christ.