Thursday, November 6, 2008

Eph. 5:18-21

Eph. 5:18-21

In v.18, Paul issues forth an imperative, “be filled with the Spirit.” The fullness of the Spirit, then, comes to expression through the five participles which follow: “speaking to yourselves... singing... making melody... giving thanks... submitting yourselves one to another” (vv.19-21).

The “Spirit-filled” life is not some nebulous, ecstatic experience. It comes to visible expression in relationship with other people.

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