is further highlighted by the repetition of καθὼς καί, “just as also” (4:17, 32; 5:2), which marks the contrast between the old walk as pagans and the new walk as children of God. The exegetical consequences of this decision also affect the meaning of the exhortation “be imitators of God” (5:1). If this verse (5:1) were the introduction to a new section, then one would seek to flesh out this imitation of God in 5:2–5; though these verses begin with the self-sacrifice of Christ (5:2), they are heavily