See then that you 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 in 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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