Ephesians 4:24

"and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness...." — Ephesians 4:24 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.

“and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.”

Ephesians 4:24 (NIV)

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Ephesians 4:23

to be made new in the attitude of your minds;

Ephesians 4:25

Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body.

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John

“The Word Became FleshIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”

— John 1:1

What is this verse about?

Ephesians 4:24 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Ephesians. This verse comes from chapter 4, which can be read in full at the Ephesians chapter 4 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.

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2 Timothy 1:7

For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline.

1 Peter 5:8

Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.

Galatians 5:23

gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

1 Corinthians 13:5

It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.

Ephesians 4:22

You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires;

Galatians 5:20

idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions

Romans 8:6

The mind of sinful man is death, but the mind controlled by the Spirit is life and peace;

Romans 8:8

Those controlled by the sinful nature cannot please God.

A short prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in Ephesians 4:24. Open my heart to receive Your Word and transform my life. Help me apply this Scripture faithfully and share its hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.