Ephesians 5:15-16

"Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise,making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil."

"Be very careful, then, how you live — not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil."

Inspirational illustration of Ephesians 5:15-16 -- Be very careful, then, how you live -- not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.

How can I cluster my time effectively? How do we cluster activities to allow us to focus our energies on doing God's will for our lives rather than spending all of our time in routine, daily, maintenance activities?

"Be very careful, then, how you live — not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil."

"Dear Father, Help me to be careful about how I live. May I behave not as an unwise person but as a wise one. Help me make the most of every..."

Inspirational illustration of Ephesians 5:15 -- Be very careful, then, how you live -- not as unwise but as wise, for the days are evil.

He grasps those little moments so well. Pulls the kids close, chooses to go play frisbee or a game of Uno, just because. Melissa Troyer writes insightfully about her husband, Daniel, and his way of seizing small moments to be there for his family despite being in a very stressful time in grad school.

How restless are you when things run overtime? Russell Lawson shares a perspective of time as we close out the year.

What could be greater than the gift you've already bought them? The best gift that can be given is the gift of dedicated time to a family member.

"Dear Father, Help me speak to my spouse, my family, your church, and the world about you and your grace. Let my heart and my mouth overflow with the...."

How fast is your life? Change, and the days pass quickly and we grow old and time flies by, so we better use them to our advantage and God's glory.

"Dear Father, Fill me with your heavenly wisdom, which involves alertness to problems and opportunities, avoidance of addictions, fullness of your..."

The old saying is that life happens fast, but can we live like that and enjoy its fullness? Tom Norvel reminds us that life happens quickly, fast, and if we are not careful, we can get so busy that we miss life in all its fullness, abundance, and joy.

Is there still time? We must use all the time we have and not waste it because we can make a difference in the time we are given.

So how long are you going to wait? Tom Norvell challenges us a week into the New Year to get about doing the work of God because it is time!

What seems important to you today? We get so flustered about little things, God teach us to know what is important.

Are you living under the influence? Phil Ware continues his SpiritFire focus on the Holy Spirit, this week looking at what it means to live under the influence of the Holy Spirit.

David danced with all his might amid the reverence and honor given to God as the ark, the representation of God's power and presence, returned to his people. Phil Ware and Demetrius Collins lead us into worship in song and the Word to experience, proclaim and rejoice in the majesty, goodness, and grace of our God who is powerful and present among us.

Can you keep your balance in all the holiday mayhem? We can make the holidays a lot more cheery and bright if we will simply take a little time to plan and prepare for the holiday season.

"Dear Child of Glory, The world is filled with many beautiful and precious people. Unfortunately, so many of them miss their greatest opportunities......"

The God who invented time is right here with me—in the room. Sometimes I have to take a deep breath to remember that. Ron Rose reminds us that the key to getting things done on our huge to-do list is to take it to God and then have Him help us to one thing, and do it right!

So what are you investing in? Rubel Shelly reminds us of the value of small increments of time used wisely to make an eternal difference by doing the small things in the lives of others that bless, encourage, and support them.

If all we have is a once-a-year sentimental baby Jesus, then we don’t have the real Jesus and our souls remain parched and thirsty and our whole being longs for SOMEONE more! Demetrius Collins and Phil Ware lead us in a virtual, DIY, worship through words and music using YouTube videos to call us to find Jesus' gift of the Holy Spirit the living water to end our soul-drought.

Are you listening? Phil Ware continues his series on the Holy Spirit focusing on listening to the Spirit's voice and how we hear God and Jesus and the Spirit in our daily life.

"Dear Child of God, You are not forgotten. You are not abandoned. Your prayers are not ignored. My coming is assured. My salvation for you is closer...."

"Dear Beloved, In yesterday's note, I urged you to display your Father's righteous character and gracious compassion. Today, I apply that principle..."