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Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.
Note 19 at Eph 4:25: The word "wherefore" means "for what purpose or reason" (American Heritage Dictionary). Paul was detailing the consequences of putting off the old man (Eph 4:22) and putting on the new man (Eph 4:24). The old man lied. The new man doesn't. The old man used anger for selfish purposes (Eph 4:26). The new man has a godly anger (see note 21 at Eph 4:26). The old man stole (Eph 4:28). The new man works in order to bless others. The old man spoke vile things (Eph 4:29). The new man only speaks things that edify and encourage others.
Note 20 at Eph 4:25: All believers are united to each other through the body of Christ (see note 14 at 1Co 12:27). Lying to a member of the body of Christ is like lying to yourself. You will be damaged.