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Walk Circumspectly

Introduction:

        1.    In Ephesians 5 God's people are given some very important instructions.
        2.    In this lesson we are especially interested in the admonition to "walk circumspectly"
               (Ephesians 5:15-17).
               a.    "Walk" refers to our conduct, the manner in which we live.
               b.    Walking "circumspectly" involves giving careful attention to our conduct, living correctly and
                      with caution.
        3.    To "walk circumspectly," we must:
               a.    live wisely, not foolishly (Ephesians 5:15b)
               b.    "redeem the time" [to make the best use of time, to wisely use every opportunity for good]
                      (Ephesians 5:16; Galatians 6:10)
               c.    "understand the Lord's will" (Ephesians 5:17; Matthew 13:23).
        4.    As we look forward to the beginning of 2015, let us consider 3 areas addressed in Ephesians 5
               in which we are to "walk circumspectly."

Discussion:

I.                   IN  2015,  LET  US  "WALK  CIRCUMSPECTLY"  IN  FOLLOWING  GOD
                    (Ephesians 5:1-14)


        A.   In following God we must imitate the example of Christ (vs.1-2).
        B.   In following God we must avoid sinful activities (vs.3-5; 1 Corinthians 6:9-10; Galatians 5:19-21).
        C.   In following God we must avoid evil influence (vs.6-14; 1 Corinthians 15:33).

II.                IN  2015,  LET  US  "WALK  CIRCUMSPECTLY"  IN  OUR  SPIRITUAL  DEVELOPMENT
                  (Ephesians 5:18-21)


        A.   According to these verses, spiritual development involves:
               1.    being "filled with the Spirit" (vs.18)
               2.    offering praise (vs.19)
               3.    giving thanks (vs.20)
               4.    concern for others (vs.21).
        B.   Spiritual development is also addressed in 1 Peter 2:1-3.

III.             IN  2015,  LET  US  "WALK  CIRCUMSPECTLY"  AS  HUSBANDS  AND  WIVES
                (Ephesians 5:22-33)


        A.   The responsibilities of wives are discussed in Ephesians 5:22-24; Colossians 3:18.
        B.   The responsibilities of husbands are discussed in Ephesians 5:25-33; Colossians 3:19.


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