Be Wise Not Foolish

Be Wise Not Foolish “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.” Ephesians 5:15-17 In the hectic, stressful and time constrained lifestyles that so many people find themselves in today, many people are missing out on opportunities to fully live for God in this evil environment. The scripture above tells us that the foolish person not only misses opportunities to make wise use of their time, but does not understand what the true will of God is and what His purpose is for them. God tells us in the first chapter of Ephesians that He has chosen us and predestined us to be His followers, and given us the opportunity to receive salvation and inherit an eternal life. Unfortunately, however, so many people do not take advantage of this opportunity, and squander their time and abilities pursuing their own selfish interests. They get so caught up in the things of this world, such as wealth, self indulgence, and greed that they forget about the most important thing in life; which is seeking the Kingdom of God and the rewards that it offers. There is nothing that can surpass the knowledge that when we follow the will of God, and take every opportunity to live our lives the way that He commands us to live, that our reward of an eternal life will outweigh any other material possession we would ever possess. When we go out into the world each day we should be so extremely careful to live our lives in a way that would be pleasing to God. We need to be wise and consider the rewards that await us when we follow God and know His will for our lives. Ephesians 1:4 “For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight.” My Daily Devotional Volume III March 13 Robert William Brock, Jr.