This passage explores both the “negative” parts (the prohibitions or warnings) and the “positive” parts (the blessings, love, and acceptance through Christ) of Christianity. To only embrace the “negative” is to be legalistic; to only embrace the “positive” is to be permissive — a true Christian faith must have both.

This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on May 5, 1991. Series: Christian Lifestyle. Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-6.

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