Ephesians 5:1
Walk as Children of Light
51 Follow God's example, therefore, as dearly loved children
Other Translations of Ephesians 5:1
King James Version
Walk as Children of Light
51 Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children;
English Standard Version
Walk as Children of Light
51 Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children.
The Message
Walk as Children of Light
51 Watch what God does, and then you do it, like children who learn proper behavior from their parents.
New King James Version
Walk as Children of Light
51 Therefore be imitators of God as dear children.
New Living Translation
Walk as Children of Light
51 Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Ephesians 5:1
Commentary on Ephesians 5:1-2
(Read Ephesians 5:1-2)
Because God, for Christ's sake, has forgiven you, therefore be ye followers of God, imitators of God. Resemble him especially in his love and pardoning goodness, as becomes those beloved by their heavenly Father. In Christ's sacrifice his love triumphs, and we are to consider it fully.