~ Good Morning!

In our Devotion today, we’re looking closely at …

• Ephesians‬ ‭4:31-32 •

“Do not be bitter or angry or mad. Never shout angrily or say things to hurt others. Never do anything evil. (32)Be kind and loving to each other, and forgive each other just as God forgave you in Christ.” (NCV‬‬)

• THE BOTTOM LINE •

In Verse 31, the Apostle Paul says, to get rid of these 6 Vices, from your life.

1. Bitterness: Lack of Kindness.

2. Rage: Outbursts of Anger.

3. Anger: Displeasure, Hostility.

4. Brawling: Noisy or Rough;

Quarreling and/or Fighting.

5. Slander: False Spoken Statement

Damaging a person’s reputation.

6. Malice: The Intention, or Desire to

do Evil.

In Verse 32, the Apostle Paul, gives us 3 Positive Commands to Live by:

1. Be Kind: Considerate, Helpful,

Showing Benevolence.

2: Be Compassionate: Showing Deep

Sympathy and Consideration.

3. Be Forgiving: Pardon someone

from their offense toward you. Be

gracious toward others and

forgive them freely, and

graciously.

• CONCLUSION •

Why Get Rid of these 6 Vices and Obey these 3 Positive Commands⁉️

Because, in Christ, God is …

✝️ KIND (Ephesians 2:7),

✝️ COMPASSIONATE (Mark 1:41)

✝️ GRACIOUS (Romans 8:32)

As Believers — We Should

Always Strive To Be Like

Jesus, Always ‼️

I Encourage You To Be Like Jesus and Live Blessed!

Sincerely,

— Pastor Gene