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New International Version. 16 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Read full chapter. Ephesians 5:16 in all English translations. Ephesians 4.
Aug 18, 2023 · Ephesians 5:15-16 tells us, “Be very careful, then, how you live — not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” In this passage of the Bible, Paul is telling us to make the most of every opportunity.
Ephesians 5:16-33. New International Version. 16 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. 17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. 18 Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery.
making the very most of your time [on earth, recognizing and taking advantage of each opportunity and using it with wisdom and diligence], because the days are [filled with] evil. Christian Standard Bible
Paul continues with a command regarding how we utilize our time. Depending on the translation, this could be thought of as "making the most of every opportunity." Paul was personally familiar with the perspective that each day could be his last.
Ephesians 5:16-17 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.... Read verse in New International Version.
Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version. making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. American Standard Version. redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Berean Study Bible. redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Douay-Rheims Bible.
Ephesians 5:16 In-Context. 14 This is why it is said: “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.”. 15 Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.
Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. New Living Translation. Live wisely among those who are not believers, and make the most of every opportunity. English Standard Version. Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Berean Standard Bible.
Be very careful, then, how you live—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.
