Today’s Manna!
Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17
Imagine navigating a bustling marketplace, the din of voices and flashing lights vying for your attention. While others get swept up in the frenzy, you feel a calm determination – a focus on a specific purchase, a mission amidst the chaos. This is the essence of Paul’s call in Ephesians 5:15-17: “Be very careful, then, how you walk—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.”
He urges us to walk “wisely,” not as puppets pulled by the strings of distraction, but as purposeful travelers navigating a world often consumed by “evil” forces. The “days,” he warns, are not playgrounds, but opportunities to be seized, treasures to be redeemed.
But how do we do this? Paul offers three practical steps:
1. Be Intentional: He calls us to “make the most of every opportunity.” This isn’t about squeezing every second into a packed schedule, but about approaching each moment with awareness, recognizing its potential to carry us closer to our true purpose. It’s like navigating the marketplace with a specific item in mind, not getting sidetracked by every shiny trinket.
2. Embrace Time’s Value: “The days are evil,” Paul states, not to instill fear, but to ignite urgency. We are reminded that time is precious, a gift not to be squandered on trivialities. Just as a wise merchant values each coin, we must value each moment, realizing its potential to build a life of meaning and purpose.
3. Seek Understanding: Finally, he urges us to “understand what the Lord’s will is.” This is the compass that guides our intentional steps. By seeking God’s will through prayer, Scripture, and the guidance of our community, we discover the path that truly redeems our days, the actions that align with our divine purpose.
Remember:
- Colossians 4:5: “Walk wisely towards outsiders, making the most of the time you have.”
- Psalm 90:12: “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”
- Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Go forth, dear friend, a wise traveler in the marketplace of life. Carry your purpose like a treasured coin, choose your moments with discerning eyes, and let your footsteps be a testament to the time you’ve redeemed in the service of God. Remember, true wisdom lies not in escaping the whirlwind, but in dancing with purpose amidst its swirling dance.
Prayer: Dear Lord, grant us the wisdom to walk purposefully, the discernment to value each moment, and the faith to seek your will above all else. Help us navigate the chaos of the world with eyes fixed on Your light, redeeming our days with actions that build Your kingdom and reflect Your love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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