

they are repelled and enticed to opposition, defiance and bitterness.”-Compare Col 3:21. One reference work states that this irritation could be caused by “the hasty, rough, moody treatment of children, so that. Use all forms of prayer and supplication on every occasion ( 6:18-20)ĭo not be irritating: The Greek verb for “to irritate” could literally be rendered “to provoke to wrath to make angry.” It does not necessarily refer to the minor irritations a parent might unwittingly cause his child because of imperfection. The different parts of the suit of armor explained ( 6:14-17) “The complete suit of armor from God” needed to stand firm against the Devil’s crafty acts ( 6:10-13) How Christians can be victorious against wicked superhuman forces ( 6:10-20 ) Husband-wife relationship like that of Christ and congregation ( 5:21-33)Ĥ. Proper subjection in personal relationships contributes to unity ( 5:21–6:9 ) Keep perceiving what Jehovah’s will is, and keep getting filled with spirit ( 5:15-20)ģ. Speech and conduct free from immorality and uncleanness ( 5:3-5) New personality reflected in conduct of Christians who are made new in their dominant mental attitude ( 4:20-32) Putting on the new personality promotes unity ( 4:17–5:20 )ĭo not walk as the nations walk ( 4:17-19) “Gifts in men” contribute to unity in faith and maturity of the congregation ( 4:7-16)Ģ. There is one spirit, hope, faith, baptism, and body under one Lord and one God and Father ( 4:1-6) God provides all necessary things for unity in Christ ( 4:1-16 ) WALKING WORTHILY AS A UNIFIED CHRISTIAN CONGREGATION ( 4:1–6:20 )ġ.
