Monday 22/4/13

Ephesians 5:3-4 ASV

But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not even be named among you, as becometh saints; nor filthiness, nor foolish talking, or jesting, which are not befitting: but rather giving of thanks.

Here is the list of worldly things which Christians ought to put off.

+ fornication & uncleanliness: we ought to keep ourselves pure and free from immoral deeds.

+ greed and covetousness: we ought to be content with our lot and not to compare ourselves with others. While generally considered an acceptable sin in worldly mind, greed - envy - covet are among the deadly sins according to God. The love of money is the root of all evils, those who love it will inflict themselves & their neighbors with many pains.

+ filthy talks: Christians ought to talk with grace, gentleness and self control. We are to avoid dirty and angry words, thoughtless or useless talking. Even humour should be thoughtful and befitting, not dirty or profane.

Finally, Christians must never take things for granted but always be thankful. We should thank God for everything we have, and thank others for what they give us, for they are the channels of blessing of God to us. To know how important one is to us, we can just imagine what if we never meet them and lose all things we are taking for granted.