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Let Us Be Renewed
(Ephesians 4:17-24)

​Introduction:

         1. The theme of Ephesians is "the glorious church."
         2. In ch.1-3 we are able to learn a number of more "doctrinal" matters that relate to the church.
         3. In ch.4-6 we are able to learn a number of more "practical" responsibilities that relate to members of
             the church.
         4. Our lesson is based on the responsibility given in 4:23 to "be renewed."
         5. The first point we need to make is that . . .

Discussion:


I.           RENEWAL  BEGINS  WHEN  WE  ARE  BAPTIZED  INTO  CHRIST


         A. According to 2 Corinthians 5:17, those who are in Christ have been renewed.
         B. The Bible teaches us how to get into Christ so we can be renewed in:
             1. Galatians 3:26-29
             2. Romans 6:3-7
             3. Titus 3:3-7.
         C. This is how the people in Ephesus had been renewed (Acts 19:5).

II.          RENEWAL  CONTINUES  AFTER  WE  ARE  BAPTIZED  INTO  CHRIST


         A. The instruction in Ephesians 4:23 is for Christians.
         B. Notice 2 activities mentioned in connection with renewal.
             1. First, Ephesians 4:22 teaches us to "put off" the old man.
                 a. To be more specific, we are to "put away" the sinful activities listed in Ephesians 4:25-31.
                 b. Also, see Colossians 3:5-9.
             2. Second, Ephesians 4:24 teaches us to "put on" the new man.
                 a. To be more specific, we are to "put on" the good activities listed in Ephesians 4:32.
                 b. Also, see Colossians 3:12-14.

III.         ADDITIONAL  MATTERS  THAT  RELATE  TO  RENEWAL


         A. Renewal is available to those who "wait upon the Lord" (Isaiah 40:31).
         B. We are to ask God for renewal (Psalm 51:10).
         C. The "renewing of our minds" is a key to being transformed (Romans 12:1-2).
         D. Inward renewal deserves our daily attention (2 Corinthians 4:16).

Conclusion:


         1. Have you begun your renewal process by being baptized into Christ?
         2. Are you continuing to be renewed?
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