Ephesians 4.1 - Living Nativity

Ephesians 4.1 - Living Nativity

This time of the year some churches dramatize the first Advent. Members dress like the holy family, shepherds, and wise men, with some barn-yard animals, all posing in familiar “Christmas card” scenes. Neighbors and friends come to see, drink hot cocoa, and thoughtfully ponder the “living nativity.” In our study of Ephesians we’re moving through the practical application section. Like the customary Greek ethical codes, Paul tells these ancient Romans how to live. Paul urges believers to show Christ to the world through their household relationships. Jesus is their example and inspiration, especially His perfect submission as a Son of the Father, His loving life-giving sacrifice, and His patient endurance of unjust suffering. His followers aspire to “walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which (they had)…been called” (Ephesians 4.1). Our neighbors and friends still watch. Are our relationships a “living nativity” pointing them to Him?