"See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, (16) redeeming the time, because the days are evil. (17) Therefore, do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is." Ephesians 5:15-17. NKJV
We are called to walk circumspectly, which means carefully, wisely and cautiously as a person would walk through thorny ground, not as fools, dashing in and ripping our skin on the deadly plants. God wants us to seize the opportunity for the glory of Jesus. It isn't so much as making the most of our time but making the time we have with Jesus, here on earth, count.
David Guzik comments: "This is another reason why it is important to walk wisely. Jesus spoke of a time when; 'Then many false prophets will rise up and deceive many. (12) And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold.' (Matthew 24:11-12). Surely we are in those times, because the days are evil."
We only have to look around our world today, terrorism is rife with terrilble beheading and people being blown up, all in the name of religion. Murders and rapes are on the increase as is the many stabbings in many parts of the country. People are beaten up and robbed in broad daylight and very little is done about it. People are frightened to go out on the streets in some parts of our country. And it is not only in the UK, it is worldwide. Just check out what is happening in the news Surely we are entering into end times!
The Apostle Paul says, 'For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine, but according to their own desires, because they have itching ears, they will heap up for themselves teachers, (4) and they will turn their ears away from the truth, and be turned aside to fables.' 2 Timothy 4:3-4. In other words, they will believe the lie that God does not exist and put it into practice.
The Bible speaks the truth, it is the Word of God and it was predicted many years ago that we would be going through such times, and even worse as the days go on. We need to take notice of the times. We need to be alert to what is happening all around us, and we really do need to make the most of our days. Time is gradually running out, the hour glass has the sand running through it, and eventually it will run out. Therefore, we as Christians are called to walk circumspectly, not as fools taking no notice of what is going on all around.
The Apostle Paul adds to this passage: 'But you be watchful in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, fulfilled your ministry.' 2 Timothy 4:5.
Do I have to say anymore?
Copyriight 2020 Grahame Howard
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