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November 24, 2024 PM
Paul Gotthardt
(#36 in series)

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In Christ: Learning to Walk in Wisdom (Part 2)

Ephesians 5:15-21

Big Concept:
The path of wisdom is paved by many selfless decisions.

What does the path of wisdom look like?

• Instead of selfishly wasting time, make the most of your time. (v.16)
• Instead of focusing on your will, seek to understand God’s will. (v.17)
• Instead of giving yourself to __, be filled with the Spirit. (v.18)
• Instead of __ yourself, worship God in community with others. (v.19)
• Instead of complaining, be __ for all things. (v.20)

There are three basic levels of thankfulness, and each level corresponds to a different level of maturity.

• The first level shows thankfulness to God when __.
• The second level shows thankfulness to God for blessings yet to come.
• The third level shows thankfulness to God even when the __ looks unfavorable.
• Instead of __ your way, mutually submit to one another. (v.21)