Ephesians, Part 9 / Imitators of God / Ephesians 5:1-20 Pastor Brooks Fuller

July 5, 2026 What does it really look like to imitate God? In a culture filled with darkness, distraction, and self-centeredness, followers of Jesus are called to stand out through holiness, gratitude, and Spirit-filled living. Ephesians 5:1–20 reveals how a life that imitates God is marked by love, light, wisdom, and the power of the Holy Spirit. "Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children." Ephesians 5:1 (NLT) What does it look like to imitate God? About this Sermon Series God has always had a plan. The book of Ephesians reveals the incredible story of God’s plan to bring salvation to all people through Jesus Christ and unite them into one family. In this 13-week series, we’ll discover what it means to live with purpose as people who have been chosen, redeemed, and called by God. Along the way, we’ll explore how the Holy Spirit transforms our everyday relationships—with family, friends, the Church, and the world around us. Ephesians is an invitation to step into God’s greater story and live the kind of life we were created for.