Ephesians 4:25-32

Contemporary English Version

Rules for the New Life

^25 (A) We are part of the same body. Stop lying and start telling each other the truth. ^26 (B) Don't get so angry that you sin. Don't go to bed angry ²⁷ and don't give the devil a chance.

²⁸ If you are a thief, quit stealing. Be honest and work hard, so you will have something to give to people in need.

²⁹ Stop all your dirty talk. Say the right thing at the right time and help others by what you say.

³⁰ Don't make God's Spirit sad. The Spirit makes you sure that someday you will be free from your sins.

³¹ Stop being bitter and angry and mad at others. Don't yell at one another or curse each other or ever be rude. ^32 (C) Instead, be kind and merciful, and forgive others, just as God forgave you because of Christ.