The New Lifestyle, Ephesians 4:17-24

Redeemer City Church - Lafayette, LA

In this sermon, Pastor Aaron Shamp preached on the book of Ephesians and its overarching message. He explains that the first half of the book focuses on the gospel and how it saves people. The second half of the book explores how the gospel changes our lives and relationships. Pastor Aaron emphasizes that being a Christian means living differently from the world and embracing a new lifestyle. He highlights the importance of renewing our minds, putting off the old self, and putting on the new self created in God's likeness. The transformation is made possible through the power of God and our willingness to participate in His work.

Takeaways

• The book of Ephesians explains the gospel and its transformative power in our lives.
• Being a Christian means living differently from the world and embracing a new lifestyle.
• Transformation starts with renewing our minds and putting off the old self.
• We are called to put on the new self created in God's likeness and live according to His standards.
• The transformation is made possible through the power of God and our willingness to participate in His work.