Ephesians 5:16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. I. HOW TIME IS LOST. 1. By idleness. 2. By excessive amusements. 3. By unprofitable talk. 4. By exclusive attachment to worldly pursuits. 5. By positive wickedness. II. HOW IS TIME TO BE REDEEMED? 1. By guarding against its loss. 2. By acting according to rule or method. 3. By specially attending to the parts of our time that are most precious. 4. By being habitually engaged in doing good. III. WHY IS TIME TO BE REDEEMED? 1. Because it is short and uncertain. 2. Because the work to be done in it is important. 3. Because the days are evil. (G. Brooks.) Parallel Verses KJV: Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. |
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