:Yee' 'do eh-a' dha, 'kmo a: ne-dih:-a 'kmo-': dee', a 'bor an-a' 'kmo: ne-dih-eh: dele' ka,: on no-a 'kmo soa,: on: ne-a 'de a-a' noo-deh:⧾ soa bo. A-a' 'bhororn'-deh⧾-zon:⧾: en bo-dih-a a dih: dee', me-: 'kor-dih a-uh.
What Does This Mean?
This verse tells us to get rid of our old ways of thinking and behaving, which are bad because they come from wrong desires. It's like changing an old jacket for a new one that fits better.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have an old toy that doesn't work well anymore. Ephesians says it's time to put away that old toy (your old habits) and get a shiny, new one (new, good behaviors).
Historical Background
The Apostle Paul wrote this letter around AD 60-62 to the Christian community in Ephesus. He was addressing believers who needed guidance on how to live as followers of Christ, contrasting their new life with their old sinful ways.
Living It Out Today
Today, if someone is struggling with a bad habit like lying or being mean, this verse encourages them to drop that 'old man' behavior and adopt the honest and kind actions expected in their Christian journey.
Topics
sintransformationnew life in Christold naturedeceitful desiresChristian living
