Ephesians 5:1-2 Jesus our Sacrifice and Fragrant Aroma Pt 1

This week we will focus on verses 1-2 of chapter 5.

Start by reading through chapter 5. Now let's look at verses 1-2.  What instructions does Paul give in these verses? (There are two) Write down the instructions in your journal.

Look for comparisons. A comparison is when someone is looking to two things to see how they are similar. What is Paul comparing here (hint: they are connected to the instructions, look for the word as.)? Write down what you observe in your journal.

Now let's do some word studies. Remember a word study is when we look at the definition of the word in the language it was written. Look up these words using Blue Letter Bible: imitators, offering, sacrifice, fragrant. 

Now let's look at cross references. Remember in Inductive Study we want to have an overall view of Scripture. We want to let Scripture interpret Scripture and speak for itself. To fully understand these verses in Ephesians, we must look at the Old Testament sacrificial system. We will not look at it comprehensively, but I want you have a glimpse so you can better understand these verses. Read: Leviticus 1& Leviticus 16. Write down what you learn from each portion of Scripture about the sacrificial system. What was to be done, why, who did it, what do you learn about the pleasing aroma, etc. Write down your answers in your journal. 

Next week we will look at the New Testament and see how the Old Testament and New Testament connect.