The first three chapters of Ephesians focused on what God has done for us in Christ. Chapter 4 now turns toward how we should live because of that grace. Paul moves from identity to conduct and urges believers to live with humility, unity, maturity, truth, and a changed character. “I therefore, a prisoner for the…
Loving People Without Ignoring Harmful Behavior Christian community is built on grace. Every one of us needs forgiveness, patience, mercy, and room to grow. But biblical grace was never intended to become permission for repeated harmful behavior. Jesus was extraordinarily gracious toward broken people while remaining completely truthful about sin, responsibility, and change. The New…
