Ephesians 5:4
Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk or coarse joking, which are out of place, but rather thanksgiving.
Reflection
Paul continues with sharing various examples of inappropriate behavior for those who follow Jesus. Again, as was noted yesterday, Paul is not saying that a particular sin should be avoided more than others. The Bible teaches us that sin is sin. Paul is only giving us some examples of the kind of sin that can creep into our lives.
Paul tells us that instead of spending our time involved in sinful activity that we would be better off giving God thanks. We should spend our time thanking and praising God and we will be much less likely to fall into sinful living.
This week when you are tempted to behave or take actions that do not line up with what God would want for you try thanking God for all your blessings and praising him for the salvation that is provided in Jesus Christ. Maybe the temptation to sin will leave your heart and mind.
