No
Light. No Fruit. Today's
Three-minute Bible Study
Keywords:
"expose" "fruitless"
"visible"
Welcome
to eXXit, the web site designed to help you stand
strong in the face of sexual temptation. This study looks at verses 11-14 of the following
passage to see why good fruit needs plenty of light. Passage:
Ephesians
5:6-17* 7. Therefore do not be partners with them. 8. For you were once darkness, but now you are
light in the Lord. Live as children of light 9. (for the fruit of the light consists in all
goodness, righteousness and truth) 10. and find out what pleases the Lord. 11. Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of
darkness, but rather expose them. 12. For it is shameful even to mention what the
disobedient do in secret. 13. But everything exposed by the light becomes
visible, 14. for it is light that makes everything visible.
This is why it is said: "Wake up, O sleeper, rise from
the dead, and Christ will shine on you." 15. Be very careful, then, how you live — not
as unwise but as wise, 16. making the most of every opportunity, because
the days are evil. 17. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand
what the Lord's will is. Questions 2. What happens to deeds of darkness when light
exposes them? 3. Write down some ways you can expose your own
deeds of darkness: a. c. b. d. Practical
help
*Scriptures
are from The Holy Bible: New International Version ©
Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible
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Title: No Light. No Fruit.
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Date: 09/23/1998
6. Let no one deceive you with empty words,
for because of such things God's wrath comes on those
who are disobedient.
1. Why are the deeds of darkness considered
"fruitless"?
Is it hard (or shameful) for you to talk with
someone about things you're struggling with? This can
be the most important (and most difficult) step you
take in battling your weakness. Seek out the counsel
of a good friend whose character you admire and whose
compassion you trust. Remember, you won't be able to
conquer the fruitless deeds of darkness unless you
bring them to light.
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