Each week of devotions throughout our Live Worthy series on Ephesians will be spent on a single chapter. We encourage you to re-read the chapter each day. Additionally, we will focus on a few key verses each day. This week, we will focus on chapter 5 of Ephesians
Read Ephesians 5
Being Filled with the Spirit
“Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Ephesians 5:18-20
Paul contrasts drunkenness — a loss of control — with being filled with the Spirit, where control is joyfully surrendered to God. Spirit-filled living shapes our worship, gratitude, and relationships.
It is evident in joyful songs from the heart, in giving thanks always, and in submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ. This filling is not a one-time event but a continual posture of dependence.
When we are Spirit-filled, our lives overflow in ways that bless others and honor God.
Question to Ponder: What would change in my daily routine if I were truly Spirit-filled?
