What does Ephesians 5:2 mean?

Ephesians 5:2 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Ephesians 5:2 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour.

1Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children;

2And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour.

3But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints;

4Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks.

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