In our text today, the Apostle Paul outlines the ways godly-oneness can be achieved in the family and in traditional and cultural power structures.

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In this section, Paul begins reworking what became known as the household codes. The point is that we all should put one another first in relationships.

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On this Easter Sunday we examine Paul’s various proofs for the Resurrection of Jesus.

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In a unique moment, Jesus begins his last week of ministry before the cross with a living parable that reminds us of the importance of our faith in Jesus.

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In this section, Paul is building on the concept of what it means to follow God’s example as we trust in Jesus. He focuses on what it means to live the light of Jesus as we make a difference in a world that is often described as dark.

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In this passage we are challenged to walk in the way of God’s self-denying love. But the challenge is highlighted by characteristics that are NOT to be part of the life of an individual or a church.

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In the second half of Ephesians 4, Paul gives his readers a more detailed list of what they need to “put off” in order to walk worthy of their calling to follow Jesus.

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In a culture that was about position, prestige, status, and superiority, the temptation was to find short cuts to advance. Paul builds on the theme of maturity in the last section to show the Ephesian Church what it should look like for the Holy Spirit to permeate every area of life.

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