Ephesians 5:1-2 “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children; and walk in love, just as Christ also loved you and gave Himself up for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God as a fragrant aroma.” (NASB)
Hello,
I almost flew right by these verses today when reading them. I have seen and read them many times. Previously I had looked at the imitation portion, and aligned it only with walking in love, and showing love as Christ did. But I missed the ‘and’. Christ loved us AND gave Himself up for us. What am I giving up? These verses are a strong call to us as followers of Jesus to be emptied of self, and to give in a truly sacrificial way.
While not often faced with physical death, we still are called to be imitators of sacrificial love.
Where are we showing this kind of love? If we cannot answer that question clearly and quickly, I encourage us to evaluate some areas for improvement!
Have a blessed day
Will Hill
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