The Big Deal.....

Our scripture today was in ephesians. I posted it earlier so folks could be prepared for the service. While on "vacation" I read and sought direction for Lakeview Baptist Church. I had to face some strong decisions for the Ministry and this question has been strongly on m mind. Our sermon series is along this question, "Is it Wise?" Everything we do should be focused on Christ. It's all about him and zero about us. We have to be focused toward the end when Christ comes again.

Eph 5:15-17
(15) See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,
(16) Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.
(17) Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.

Having heard people for years ask me as a Pastor, Is this right or wrong? Can I do this or that and make it to Heaven? I have reached the conclusion that we have been asking the wrong questions. People spend so much time trying to figure this out that they over shadow one fact. It may be alright but is it the wise thing to do? I heard Andy Stanley talk about this on a podcast. His reasoning was spot on so I will share the point. In light of your past, history, your present circumstances and your future, family, and hopes. Is this thing the wise thing to do?

I think that question, is a Big DEAL .. and should be asked more often.

Only in wisdom can we walk circumspectly. Only by wisdom can we redeem the time we have left. Therefore we should Analyze, Utilize and Prioritize our walk to make a difference for Christ to those we walk by, with and before.

God help us where we have not been wise.

There are only 4 types of walkers: Wise, Naive, Fools and Mockers.
Our final question tonight was this. Which one are you?

More to come........