Ephesians 5:1–2
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Imitators of God
5Therefore become imitators of God, as beloved children, 2and live in love, just as also Christ loved us, and gave himself for us an offering and sacrifice to God for a fragrant smell.a
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- aOr “a fragrant offering”
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ESVEnglish Standard Version
Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
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NIVNew International Version (2011)
Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
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CSBChristian Standard Bible
Therefore, be imitators of God, as dearly loved children, and walk in love, as Christ also loved us and gave himself for us, a sacrificial and fragrant offering to God.
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NLTNew Living Translation
Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God.
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KJV 1900King James Version
Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour.
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