5 Bible Verses about Redeeming The Time
Most Relevant Verses
Be wise in the way you live in front of outsiders [i.e., non-Christians], making the most of every opportunity.
But I say this, brothers; there is not much time left [i.e., before the crisis arrives in full fury. See verse 26]. From now on those men who are married should live as though they were single.
And those who make use of the things of the world [should live] as though they were not [really] involved with them. For the world as we know it is passing away. [Note: The five "as though's" of verses 29-31 are intended to emphasize that Christians should live with eternity in mind and not to become preoccupied with even legitimate earthly circumstances].
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Haste » Redeeming the time » In making escape
Redeeming the time » How secured » By subordinating earthly duties to heavenly
But I say this, brothers; there is not much time left [i.e., before the crisis arrives in full fury. See verse 26]. From now on those men who are married should live as though they were single.
And those who make use of the things of the world [should live] as though they were not [really] involved with them. For the world as we know it is passing away. [Note: The five "as though's" of verses 29-31 are intended to emphasize that Christians should live with eternity in mind and not to become preoccupied with even legitimate earthly circumstances].
Redeeming the time » How secured » By youthful piety
Redeeming the time » How secured » By serious living
So, be careful how you live. Do not live ignorantly, but wisely, making the most of every opportunity, because these days are evil.
Redeeming the time » How secured » By a consistent example before the world
Be wise in the way you live in front of outsiders [i.e., non-Christians], making the most of every opportunity.
