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Ephesians 5:13-21 (view passage online)
Because we live in evil days, believers must walk with care and wisdom, making the most of every opportunity. Instead of being controlled by worldly influences, we should be filled with the Spirit, giving thanks to God and submitting to one another.
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Galatians 4:21-31 (view passage online)
The Hagar and Sarah illustration contrasts the flesh with the spirit. Sarah doubted God and tried the flesh, resulting in the bondwoman persecuting the free woman. Believers must cast out the bondwoman and stand fast in liberty, just as Hebrews 12 contrasts Mount Sinai with Mount Zion.
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Galatians 4:21-31 (view passage online)
Paul uses the allegory of Hagar and Sarah to illustrate the law versus the promise. Hagar represents Mount Sinai and bondage, while Sarah represents the promise and supernatural grace. God counted Abraham as righteous because he believed God.