Ephesians 5:16

16 1making the most of your time, because 2the days are evil.

Ephesians 5:16 In-Context

14 For this reason it says, "Awake, sleeper, And arise from the dead, And Christ will shine on you."
15 Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise,
16 making the most of your time, because the days are evil.
17 So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.
18 And do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit,

Cross References 2

  • 1. Colossians 4:5
  • 2. Galatians 1:4; Ephesians 6:13

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. Lit "redeeming the time"
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