Devotions on F.I.R.E. Year TwoSample

See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise (Ephesians 5:15 NKJV).

Are you wise or foolish?

Imagine a bustling city, much like the activities in Noah's day before the global flood. People were going about their normal lives—eating, drinking, marrying—unaware of the impending judgment. It's like a crowded marketplace where everyone is engrossed in their daily routines, and then suddenly, a lone figure, like Noah, stands out, building an ark amid the ignorant masses. The ark, a symbol of salvation and foresight, becomes a refuge for the one who found favor with God, while the rest continue in their routine until they are taken away by the flood. This vivid scene underscores the consequences of ignoring the signs of the times.

David, in Psalm 14:1 (NKJV), paints a picture of the fool saying in his heart, “There is no God.” Don’t be like the fool who is surrounded by the wonders of creation yet closes his eyes to the very God who formed the world. In contrast, Ephesians 5:16 (NKJV) urges us to "redeem the time, because the days are evil." Are you redeeming your time to serve God and bring Him glory? Your life’s clock is ticking away – and the sands of time are running out - don’t waste your life!

Employment Point: Live wisely by using your time on earth for God’s glory.