SCRIPTURE READING Ephesians 5:7–14 DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT In Ephesians 5.7–14, Paul makes two kinds of statements. The first is indicative; it states who we are. The second kind is imperative; it tells us how we should act. Indicative statements include the following: “You were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord” (verse 8). “The fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true” (verse 9). Imperative statements include the following: “Do not associate with them” (verse 7). “Walk as children of the light” (verse 8). “Discern what is pleasing to the Lord” (verse 10). … Continue reading The Indicative and the Imperative (Ephesians 5.7–14)