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August 26, 2008
Redeeming the Time
"See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,
Redeeming the time, because the days are evil."
Ephesians 5:15-16
These days we are bombarded with opportunities that entice us to invest our time and energy.
Each day the voices of urgency cry out for every available moment. So many causes promise
that time spent on them will reap great rewards; how can we recognize God's voice among so
many competing voices?
A fool makes unwise choices with his time. With every new opportunity that comes along, the
fool chases off in a different direction, not questioning whether that is the best choice.
The loudest voice gains his attention. At some point the fool discovers to his dismay that
he has squandered the investment of his time.
The days in which you live are evil. Marriages are under tremendous pressure, families are
disintegrating. Multitudes are dying each year without hearing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Investing your life wisely is critical to you and to those around you. Foolishly spending
your time is sinful or wasteful pursuits can cost you and others dearly.
Often, it is not evil pursuits that rob your time. Rather, the temptation is to sacrifice
what is best for what is good. The enemy knows that blatantly tempting you with evil will
be obvious, so he will lure you with distractions, leaving you no time to carry out God's
will. He will tempt you to so fill your schedule with good things that you have no time for
God's best. You may inadvertently substitute religious activity for God's will, pursuing
your own goals for God's kingdom instead of waiting for His assignment. Time is a precious
commodity. Be sure to invest it wisely.
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