Thematic Bible: Redeeming the
Thematic Bible
Time » Redeeming the » By subordinating earthly duties to heavenly
But I say this, believers: the time has been shortened, so that from now on even those who have wives should be as though they did not;
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and those who use the world [taking advantage of its opportunities], as though they did not make full use of it. For the outward form of this world [its present social and material nature] is passing away.
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Time » Redeeming the » By youthful piety
Remember [thoughtfully] also your Creator in the days of your youth [for you are not your own, but His], before the evil days come or the years draw near when you will say [of physical pleasures], “I have no enjoyment and delight in them”;
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Time » Redeeming the » By serious living
Look carefully then how you walk! Live purposefully and worthily and accurately, not as the unwise and witless, but as wise (sensible, intelligent people), Making the very most of the time [buying up each opportunity], because the days are evil.
Time » Redeeming the » By a consistent example before the world
Conduct yourself with wisdom in your interactions with outsiders (non-believers), make the most of each opportunity [treating it as something precious].
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Time » Redeeming the » By realizing the brevity of life
So teach us to number our days,
That we may cultivate and bring to You a heart of wisdom.