But this is not the way you came to know Christ.
Parallel translations
- WEB But you did not learn Christ that way;
- KJV But ye have not so learned Christ;
- NKJV But you have not so learned Christ,
- NASB But you did not learn Christ in this way,
- NLT But that isn’t what you learned about Christ.
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Quick answer
The Ephesians did not learn Christ in a way that permits such a lifestyle. To know Christ is incompatible with the old corrupt walk.
Overview
Paul pivots sharply: 'But you did not learn Christ that way.' Learning Christ is not mere doctrine but a transforming relationship with him that reshapes life. The very person of Christ, whom they came to know, stands opposed to the immorality of their former existence.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 7
- Titus 2:11–14For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to everyone.
- John 6:45It is written in the Prophets: ‘And they will all be taught by God.’ Everyone who has heard the Father and learned from Him comes to Me—
- Matt 11:29Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
- 1 Jn 2:27And as for you, the anointing you received from Him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But just as His true and genuine anointing teaches you about all things, so remain in Him as you have been taught.
- 2 Cor 5:14–15For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that One died for all, therefore all died.
- Luke 24:47and in His name repentance and forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem.
- Rom 6:1–2What then shall we say? Shall we continue in sin so that grace may increase?
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