1. A Christian’s Identity
Imitators of God
A Christian’s Identity

2. A Christian’s Identity
Imitators of God
A Christian’s Identity
Ephesians 5:1-10
What is involved in imitating God?
Is imitating God even possible?
There are many things about God we cannot imitate.
We are not called to imitate God in these things.
We are called to imitate God in love.

3. A Christian’s Identity
Imitators of God
A Christian’s Identity
Ephesians 5:1-10
What is involved in imitating God?
How is it possible to imitate God’s love?
We have been changed - children of God.
We are loved - beloved children.
We have an example - Jesus.

4. A Christian’s Identity
Imitators of God
A Christian’s Identity
Ephesians 5:1-10
What does this mean in practice?
Strive for holiness instead of impurity.
Desire God instead of things.
Use proper speech instead of improper.

5. A Christian’s Identity
Imitators of God
A Christian’s Identity
Ephesians 5:1-10
Why is imitating God so important?
To not imitate God is incompatible with the
inheritance He provides.
To not imitate God is to bring about His wrath.

6. A Christian’s Identity
Imitators of God
A Christian’s Identity