Ephesians 4:19
Ephesians 4:19 in Multiple Translations
Having lost all sense of shame, they have given themselves over to sensuality for the practice of every kind of impurity, with a craving for more.
Who being past feeling have given themselves over unto lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness.
who being past feeling gave themselves up to lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness.
Who having no more power of feeling, have given themselves up to evil passions, to do all unclean things with overmuch desire.
Because they are past caring they abandon themselves to sensuality, and greedily do all kinds of disgusting things.
Which being past feeling, haue giuen themselues vnto wantonnesse, to woorke all vncleannesse, euen with griedinesse.
who, having ceased to feel, themselves did give up to the lasciviousness, for the working of all uncleanness in greediness;
They, having become callous, gave themselves up to lust, to work all uncleanness with greediness.
Who being past feeling have given themselves over to lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness.
Who despairing, have given themselves up to lasciviousness, unto the working of all uncleanness, unto the working of all uncleanness, unto covetousness.
The result is that because they have ceased ◄to care/to be concerned► about what is right and what is wrong, they have ◄deliberately committed themselves to doing/wholeheartedly decided to do► the shameful things that their bodies want, and they commit all kinds of immoral acts, and continually are eager to do more of those things.
They don’t know what is right, or what is wrong, any more. They only want to do all sorts of bad things, and dirty things, and they really want to keep on doing those wrong things.
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Study Notes — Ephesians 4:19
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- Ephesians 4:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ephesians 4:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ephesians 4:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ephesians 4:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Ephesians 4:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ephesians 4:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ephesians 4:19
- Cambridge Bible on Ephesians 4:19
- Barnes' Notes on Ephesians 4:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Ephesians 4:19
- Sermons on Ephesians 4:19
Context — New Life in Christ
19Having lost all sense of shame, they have given themselves over to sensuality for the practice of every kind of impurity, with a craving for more.
20But this is not the way you came to know Christ. 21Surely you heard of Him and were taught in Him—in keeping with the truth that is in Jesus—Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Colossians 3:5 | Put to death, therefore, the components of your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, which is idolatry. |
| 2 | Romans 1:24–26 | Therefore God gave them over in the desires of their hearts to impurity for the dishonoring of their bodies with one another. They exchanged the truth of God for a lie, and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is forever worthy of praise! Amen. For this reason God gave them over to dishonorable passions. Even their women exchanged natural relations for unnatural ones. |
| 3 | 1 Timothy 4:2 | influenced by the hypocrisy of liars, whose consciences are seared with a hot iron. |
| 4 | 2 Peter 2:12–14 | These men are like irrational animals, creatures of instinct, born to be captured and destroyed. They blaspheme in matters they do not understand, and like such creatures, they too will be destroyed. The harm they will suffer is the wages of their wickedness. They consider it a pleasure to carouse in broad daylight. They are blots and blemishes, reveling in their deception as they feast with you. Their eyes are full of adultery; their desire for sin is never satisfied; they seduce the unstable. They are accursed children with hearts trained in greed. |
| 5 | Jude 1:11 | Woe to them! They have traveled the path of Cain; they have rushed headlong into the error of Balaam; they have perished in Korah’s rebellion. |
| 6 | 1 Peter 4:3 | For you have spent enough time in the past carrying out the same desires as the Gentiles: living in debauchery, lust, drunkenness, orgies, carousing, and detestable idolatry. |
| 7 | Revelation 18:3 | All the nations have drunk the wine of the passion of her immorality. The kings of the earth were immoral with her, and the merchants of the earth have grown wealthy from the extravagance of her luxury.” |
| 8 | Isaiah 56:11 | Like ravenous dogs, they are never satisfied. They are shepherds with no discernment; they all turn to their own way, each one seeking his own gain: |
| 9 | Ephesians 4:17 | So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer walk as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking. |
| 10 | 2 Peter 2:22 | Of them the proverbs are true: “A dog returns to its vomit,” and, “A sow that is washed goes back to her wallowing in the mud.” |
Ephesians 4:19 Summary
This verse, Ephesians 4:19, is talking about people who have given up trying to live a good life and have started doing whatever feels good, even if it's wrong, as also seen in 2 Timothy 3:2-5. They have lost their sense of shame, which means they don't feel bad about doing bad things. This can lead to a never-ending cycle of wanting more and more sinful things, similar to what is described in 1 John 2:16-17. As believers, we are called to live a different kind of life, one that is pleasing to God, as seen in Colossians 1:10, and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness, as mentioned in Ephesians 4:24.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have lost all sense of shame?
To have lost all sense of shame means to no longer feel guilt or remorse for one's sinful actions, as described in Ephesians 4:19, and is a result of hardness of heart, as seen in Ephesians 4:18, which can also be observed in Romans 1:28-32 where it is written that people were given over to a depraved mind.
How does giving oneself over to sensuality lead to more impurity?
Giving oneself over to sensuality, as mentioned in Ephesians 4:19, can lead to a never-ending cycle of craving more impurity, as the fleshly desires are never satisfied, similar to what is described in Proverbs 27:20, where it says the eyes of man are never satisfied.
Is this verse describing all non-believers or just some?
This verse is describing the general state of those who do not know God, as seen in Ephesians 4:17-19, but not every individual, as some may still have a sense of shame or moral consciousness, like the example given in Romans 2:14-15, where it talks about Gentiles who do by nature things required by the law.
How can we avoid falling into this kind of lifestyle?
We can avoid falling into this kind of lifestyle by following the teachings of Christ, as mentioned in Ephesians 4:20-21, and by putting on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness, as seen in Ephesians 4:24.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways can I be desensitized to sin and how can I regain a sense of shame for my actions?
- How can I distinguish between the desires of my flesh and the will of God in my life, as seen in Galatians 5:16-17?
- What are some ways I can 'put on the new self' and live a life of true righteousness and holiness, as described in Ephesians 4:24?
- In what ways can I help others who may be trapped in a cycle of sensuality and impurity, as described in Jude 1:22-23?
Gill's Exposition on Ephesians 4:19
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ephesians 4:19
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ephesians 4:19
Trapp's Commentary on Ephesians 4:19
Ellicott's Commentary on Ephesians 4:19
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ephesians 4:19
Cambridge Bible on Ephesians 4:19
Barnes' Notes on Ephesians 4:19
Whedon's Commentary on Ephesians 4:19
Sermons on Ephesians 4:19
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Plagued by a Guilty Conscience by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of recognizing and heeding the voice of God. He emphasizes that it is possible for individuals to shut their minds off to God's |
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Marriage: Sex, Gross Good or God? by Shane Idleman | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God's will in relationships, highlighting the dangers of sexual immorality, the need for purity, and the impact of lust on individu |
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A Seared Conscience by Charles Finney | Charles Finney addresses the concept of a seared conscience, explaining that it is not merely a lack of knowledge of right and wrong, but a state of insensitivity to moral obligati |
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A Seared Conscience--No. 2 by Charles Finney | Charles Finney warns about the dire consequences of a seared conscience, emphasizing that it leads to delusion regarding one's moral character, false security, and a mistaken sense |
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Risen With Christ by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of seeking heavenly treasures and putting off worldly desires. He emphasizes that being a Christian requires intentional effo |
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The Great God of All Creation by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of four things for spiritual success. The first is to magnify God and continually proclaim His greatness. The second is to mo |
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(Exodus) Exodus 20:3-7 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the negative impact of the liquor industry and how they downplay the harm they cause by emphasizing the taxes they pay. He highlights the var |





