“Therefore be imitators of God as dear children.” (Eph. 5:1, NKJV)

The apostle Paul exhorts the believers in Ephesus to be followers of God, and to walk in love (Eph. 5:1,2).

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We must follow the example of God. Our love should manifest not in word but in deeds like self-sacrifice, just as Christ’s love did. The sacrificial way Jesus expressed His love to us is not only the means of salvation but as an example of the way we are to live for the sake of others.

Just as children imitate their parents so we as christians imitate our heavenly Father as we walk in love.

References:

MySword for Android. Riversoft Ministry, 2011-2019.

Olive Tree Bible Software. olivetree.com

Zondervan NASB Study Bible. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan, 1999.

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