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Ephesians 5:3 But among you, as is proper among the saints, there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed.
In context, Paul was writing to the Ephesians. The city of Ephesus was known for its pagan religious practices, and sexual immorality was a part of the culture.
In contrast to the way the world was living, Paul exhorted Christians not to allow even a hint of sexual immorality into their lives. This includes anything related to sexual sin, such as dirty jokes, what you watch, or anything sexually impure.
The word for sexual immorality is “porneia”. This is the word from which we get the English word “pornography.” It refers to sexual immorality, including fornication, adultery, prostitution, and other sexual behavior outside God’s design for marriage between one man and one woman. This word covers a broad range of sexual sin.
“Any kind of impurity” means uncleanness or moral filthiness. This includes outward acts of sexual misconduct, but it also includes impure thoughts, desires, and motives.
“Or of greed” refers to an excessive desire to have more. This is having an insatiable appetite for more possessions, pleasure, or power. Instead of being content with what God has provided, a greedy person continually wants more.
Take a look at your life. Are you allowing any hints of sexual immorality, impurity, or greed into your life? Do what you need to do to guard your eyes and your heart. You are in a spiritual battle, and the enemy wants to lead you into sin and destroy your life.
Choose to live a life of holiness. What do you need to remove from your life that is leading you toward sin? Take decisive action. Let Christ be your focus. ~ Jeff M Newman
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