Be very careful then how you live-not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity because the days are evil.
Observation
To live wisely, according to Paul, is to live a life in harmony with the will of God- a life of holiness and dedication to God's purposes.
How does this work out in specifics?
Don't get drunk- or high on drugs. Stay in control of yourself
be filled with the Holy spirit
enjoy God-centred fellowship with other believers, making sure that everything that comes out of your mouth is honouring to Him
be joyful and thankful
submit to others, preferring their own needs to your own
Application
My life and demeanour as a Christian should be markedly different to that of my unsaved friends.
Christianity is not a theory or ideology. It is about a living relationship with God. Therefore my life needs to reflect God's values.
As I grow in my relationship with God, my values, attitudes, life-direction, desires and activities should be constantly changing.
Prayer
Make me like you Lord. Show me areas of my life that are not pleasing to you and change me from glory to glory, daily becoming more like Jesus. Amen.
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