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Ephesians 4:30-32
King James Version
 
“30 And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption.
31 Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:
32 And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you."
 
Philippians 2:5
King James Version
 
“5 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:”
 
Relationship Between the Passages:
 
The versus emphasize the importance of a Christ-like mindset and behavior, urging us to live in unity and humility, reflecting God's grace and forgiveness, and avoiding behaviors that grieve the Holy Spirit.
 
  • Ephesians 4:30-32: The Apostle Paul cautions against actions that cause sorrow or offense to the Holy Spirit, highlighting the importance of living in a way that honors God's presence and work in believers' lives. Paul encourages us to demonstrate compassion, empathy, and forgiveness, mirroring God's own graciousness toward them.

  • Philippians 2:5: calls for us to adopt the same attitude and perspective as Jesus, characterized by humility, selflessness, and service to others.