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Daily Devotionals
Day by Day Devotional - Year 5 of 5
Ephesians 5:3-21
Beware of empty and foolish words which we may utter (vv. 3-5) or listen to (v. 6)! Once in darkness, now we are light in the Lord; between these two – our conversion! Two conditions, with two corresponding walks: that of former times (Ephesians 2:2; Ephesians 4:17-19), and that which must characterise us from now on. Being created for good works, let us walk in them (Ephesians 2:10). Being called to the glory of Christ, let us walk in a manner worthy of that calling (Ephesians 4:1). Having become "light in the Lord", let us walk as children of light (v. 8; cf. John 11:10). In the dangerous and evil days in which we live, let us watch where we put our feet; let us walk carefully (v. 15). Are all these conditions a painful restraint? By no means – and vv. 19, 20 show in what way the Christian can demonstrate his joy and gratitude.
Let us meditate often on v. 16. Alas! each of us knows the regret of having let slip many an opportunity, whether for service or for witness! At least, let us learn to grasp these opportunities which are still before us. Let us not miss the unique and marvellous opportunity to live the rest of our short earthly life for the Lord Jesus Christ. He alone is worthy of it.
