Ephesians 5:4
“Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks.”

What does Ephesians 5:4 mean?
Ephesians 5:4 in the King James Version reads, "Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks." This verse is part of a larger passage in the book of Ephesians that focuses on living a life that is pleasing to God. In…
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In Ephesians 5:4, we are reminded through the words of the Apostle Paul: "Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks." This passage serves as a powerful admonition to those who seek to live a life that is pleasing…
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Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heart full of gratitude and a desire for purity in my speech and actions. In this world filled with temptation and distractions, I feel the weight of Ephesians 5:4, which reminds me, "Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor…
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