I am writing to Godâs holy people in Ephesus,* 1:1 The most ancient manuscripts do not include in Ephesus. 28 In the same way, husbands ought to love their wives as they love their own bodies. 1 Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. He loved usaand offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God. 6 Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, [] for this is the right thing to do. 3 Let there be no sexual immorality, impurity, or greed among you. [b] 27 He did this to present her to himself as a glorious church without a spot or wrinkle or any other blemish. A. Donât be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the anger of God will fall on all who disobey him. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.[j]. Ephesians 1:5-6 NLT. 1Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. For a greedy person is an idolater, worshiping the things of this world. 5 that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. 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. Looking for a fundamental understanding of the Bible? 12 For we[g] are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. 15 So be careful how you live. For a man who loves his wife actually shows love for himself. This is the first commandment with a promise: 3 If you honor your father and mother, "things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth." This is the first commandment with a promise: 3 If you honor your father and mother, âthings will go well for you, and you will have a ⦠Ephesians 5:6 NLT. 3 Let there be no sexual immorality, impurity, or greed among you. Cancel. 6 Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord,[d] for this is the right thing to do. 8 For once you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. 3 As I briefly wrote earlier, God himself revealed his mysterious plan to me. Donât be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the anger of God will fall on all who disobey him. 6 Try to please them all the time, not just when they are watching you. 1 Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. 4 Fathers,[f] do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. 2 Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. 5 God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. Donât be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the anger of God will fall on all who disobey him. 15 For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. 2 âHonor your father and mother.â This is the first commandment with a promise: 3 If you honor your father and mother, âthings will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth.â [] 2 May God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace. Bible Language English. 23 For a husband is the head of his wife as Christ is the head of the church. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit, 19 singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs among yourselves, and making music to the Lord in your hearts. Ephesians 6:1-24, NLT. 18 Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. 6 1 Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. 7 Donât participate in the things these people do. For a greedy person is an idolater, worshiping the things of this world. This is why it is said, âAwake, O sleeper, rise up from the dead, and Christ will give you light.â. Ephesians 6 New Living Translation (NLT) Children and Parents. 6 Don’t be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the anger of God will fall on all who disobey him. 6 For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus. Ephesians 1. He loved us* 5:2 Some manuscripts read loved you. 1 Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. 20 And give thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. 6 Try to please them all the time, not just when they are watching you. 6 Try to please them all the time, not just when they are watching you. 8 Remember that the Lord will reward each one of us for the good we do, whether we are slaves or free. Ephesians 5 Ephesians 5. Version. 18 Donât be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. 3Let there be no sexual immorality, impurity, or greed among you. 1 This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus.. and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God.. 3 Let there be no sexual immorality, impurity, or greed among you. 5 Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. 1 Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord,* 6:1 Or Children, obey your parents who belong to the Lord; some manuscripts read simply Children, obey your parents. 8 For once you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. 22 For wives, this means submit to your husbands as to the Lord. 9 Masters, treat your slaves in the same way. 8 For once you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. For a greedy person is an idolater, worshiping the things of this world. 16 Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Living in the Light. Ephesians 6 NKJV Parallel NLT [BSB CSB ESV HCS KJV ISV NAS NET NIV NLT GRK] New King James Version: New Living Translation: 1 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 5 Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. 21 To bring you up to date, Tychicus will give you a full report about what I am doing and how I am getting along. 5 Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. 25 For husbands, this means love your wives, just as Christ loved the church. As slaves of Christ, do the will of God with all your heart. So we praise God for the glorious grace he has poured out on us who belong to his dear Son. 10 A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Ephesians 1:1-23, NLT. As slaves of Christ, do the will of God with all your heart. 24 May Godâs grace be eternally upon all who love our Lord Jesus Christ. He is a beloved brother and faithful helper in the Lordâs work. Made Alive with Christ. 3 When I think of all this, I, Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus for the benefit of you Gentiles []. This is what he wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure. The Whole Armor of God. 22 I have sent him to you for this very purposeâto let you know how we are doing and to encourage you. [ a] He is the spirit at work in the hearts of those who refuse to obey God. NLT: New Living Translation. 2 "Honor your father and mother." 2 assuming, by the way, that you know God gave me the special responsibility of extending his grace to you Gentiles. 30 And we are members of his body. 7 Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Instead, let there be thankfulness to God. He loved us Some manuscripts read loved you. Read verse in New Living Translation Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} Ephesians 5:6, NLT: "Don't be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the anger of God will fall on all who disobey him." Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. New Living Translation (NLT), Spirit-Guided Relationships: Wives and Husbands, Sign up for these short lessons that answer basic questions about the Bible, The One Year Chronological Bible NLT - eBook, NLT Premium Slimline Large-Print Reference Bible--soft leather-look, black/onyx, The NLT One Year Chronological Bible - softcover. Sign up here! 10 Carefully determine what pleases the Lord. Ephesians 1:4-5 New Living Translation (NLT). 8 For once you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. Ephesians 5:1-33, NLT. 1 Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children.. 2 Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. This is the close of a short digression about 'light.' Living in the Light 1Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ. 7 Donât participate in the things these people do. 4 Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Living in the Light - Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Such sins have no place among God's people. Alexander Maclarenâ Expositions of Holy Scripture Ephesians, Peter,John. 5 1 Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. This is what he wanted to ⦠5:6 Because of these things - As innocent as the heathens esteem them, and as those dealers in vain words would persuade you to think them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord. Donât live like fools, but like those who are wise. Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Instead, she will be holy and without fault. Ephesians 3 New Living Translation (NLT) Godâs Mysterious Plan Revealed. So live as people of light! Ephesians 5 ESV Parallel NLT [BSB CSB ESV HCS KJV ISV NAS NET NIV NLT GRK] English Standard Version: New Living Translation: 1 Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. who are faithful followers of Christ Jesus. 6 Donât be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the anger of God will fall on all who disobey him. 11 Put on all of Godâs armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. 2 âHonor your father and mother.â This is the first commandment with a promise: 3 If you honor your father and mother, âthings will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth.â[e]. NLT: New Living Translation . Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ. Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ. Slaves and Masters. 4 Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes. So live as people of light! 11 Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them. 2Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. So pray that I will keep on speaking boldly for him, as I should. 5 You can be sure that no immoral, impure, or greedy person will inherit the Kingdom of Christ and of God. For a greedy person is an idolater, worshiping the things of this world. All rights reserved. Children and Parents. 11 Put on all of Godâs armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. 29 No one hates his own body but feeds and cares for it, just as Christ cares for the church. Ephesians 5:6 in all English translations, My First Hands-on Bible--soft leather-look, bold blue, Contemporary Comparative Side-by-Side Bible (NIV, NKJV, NLT, THE Message), The One Year Bible Creative Expressions Edition, Hardcover, NLT One Year Bible Slimline Edition, TuTone Leatherlike Gray/Pink, The NLT One Year Pray for America Bible, softcover. 2 âHonor your father and mother.â. Ephesians 6:5-6 New Living Translation (NLT) Slaves and Masters. Ephesians 5:6 Parallel Commentaries Library Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. All rights reserved. Ask God to give me the right words so I can boldly explain Godâs mysterious plan that the Good News is for Jews and Gentiles alike. Ephesians 5:6-14 New Living Translation (NLT). Use semicolons to separate groups: 'Gen;Jdg;Psa-Mal' or 'Rom 3-12;Mat 1:15;Mat 5:12-22' Ephesians 6. Living in the Light. 2 âHonor your father and mother.â This is the first commandment with a promise: 3 If you honor your father and mother, âthings will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth.â [] He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God. 9 For this light within you produces only what is good and right and true. He is the Savior of his body, the church. 12 It is shameful even to talk about the things that ungodly people do in secret. 2 Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. 5 Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. Ephesians 6 New Living Translation (NLT) Children and Parents. New Living Translation (NLT). 6 Donât be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the anger of God will fall on all who disobey him. Ephesians 5:6, NASB: "Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience." Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ. 23 Peace be with you, dear brothers and sisters,[l] and may God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you love with faithfulness. NLT: New Living Translation Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. 14 Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of Godâs righteousness. 6 Donât be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the anger of God will fall on all who disobey him. Donât be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the anger of God will fall on all who disobey him. 6 Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, [] for this is the right thing to do. 31 As the Scriptures say, âA man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one.â[c] 32 This is a great mystery, but it is an illustration of the way Christ and the church are one. 5 Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. 2Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. 5 Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. 7 Donât participate in the things these people do. Ephesians 5:5-6 New Living Translation (NLT) 5 You can be sure that no immoral, impure, or greedy person will inherit the Kingdom of Christ and of God. As slaves of Christ, do the will of God with all your heart. 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