Outline—Ephesians 4:31–32

  1. How we treat ourselves (v. 31)
    1. The particulars
      1. Bitterness (Colossians 3:19)
      2. Wrath
      3. Anger (v. 26)
      4. Clamor
      5. Evil Speaking (blaspheming others)
      6. Malice
    2. The directive (put off—these are alien and antithetical to the Christian life)
  2. How we treat one another (v. 32)
    1. Rule of thumb—be ye kind (Luke 6:35)
    2. Rule of generosity—tenderhearted (1 Peter 3:8)
    3. Rule of rights—forgiving one another (Colossians 3:18)
    4. Rule of grace—even as God for Christ’s sake has forgiven you (Matthew 18:23–35)

Take Home Points

  • Are you sure you are forgiven?
  • What rules are you living by today?

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