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Aug 13, 2024 · The word unfruitful in Ephesians 5:11 means “having no beneficial use, unproductive.”. The works of darkness are unfruitful because they end in death, but the fruit of righteousness “leads to holiness, and the result is eternal life” (Romans 6:20–22).
2 days ago · The law is the strength of sin in that the law defined sin and brought it from the heart of man to where it could be perceived. The law clarified God’s will and thus set man’s sinful will in starker contrast. The root of sin is rebellion, and it leads to a choice to satisfy one’s desires and needs at the expense of others.
Aug 13, 2024 · Answer. Ephesians 5:11 delivers a clear directive: “Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.” The first part of this command urges Christians to avoid sinful deeds, that is, everything contrary to God’s commands. This includes sexual immorality, greed, and foul language (Ephesians 5:3–4).
1 day ago · From teachings to stories, scripture offers wisdom on the consequences and revelations of deeds hidden from others. Let’s explore these meaningful Bible verses to see how they can guide our lives and choices today.
Aug 14, 2024 · A. We can know a thought, word or deed to be sinful if it, or the neglect of it, is forbidden by any law of God or of His Church, or if it is opposed to any supernatural virtue.
6 days ago · Roughly, it is the view that there are independent moral standards: some actions are right or wrong in themselves, independent of God's commands. This is the view accepted by Socrates and Euthyphro in Plato's dialogue.
Aug 30, 2024 · According to Fr. Laux, "A good motive or intention cannot make a bad action good. - Evil must never be done that good may come of it. This is the teaching of Holy Scripture...