Walking in Wisdom Pt. 1Sample

Learning to Walk in the Way of Wisdom

Paul implores: “So then, be careful how you walk, not as unwise people but as wise, making the most of your time, because the days are evil.” (Ephesians 5:15–16). This series aims to unravel the depths of this scripture, guiding us to embody wisdom in our daily walk.

In his letter to the Ephesians, Paul presents a transformative vision: from darkness to light and from fruitlessness to fruitfulness. This shift isn’t merely a change in behavior but a fundamental transformation of our very nature.

Paul highlights the stark contrast between our past and our redeemed state in Christ. “For the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness, and truth,” he explains (Ephesians 5:9). The transformation is profound: from living a life barren of true purpose to one brimming with the fruit of light.

Diving deeper into this transformation, Paul emphasizes our journey from death to life. “Each of us, once dead in our trespasses, is now alive, resurrected together with Christ. This new life is not just a revival; it’s an invitation to walk in the newness of life, a life marked by wisdom and light.

In verse 15, Paul’s message crescendos: “So then, be careful how you walk, not as unwise people, but as wise.” This is a clarion call to embrace wisdom, a stark departure from our former folly. We’re no longer prisoners of unwise living; we’ve been granted the grace to walk in the wisdom of Christ.

What, then, is wisdom? It’s more than intellectual insight; it’s a divine understanding and application of God’s will in our lives. It’s a discerning heart, recognizing and choosing God’s best in every situation. As believers, we’re addressed as those capable of wisdom because it’s an intrinsic part of our new identity in Christ.

We’re not left guessing about a wise walk’s characteristics. Paul outlines it with precision: to walk in wisdom is to make the most of our time, to discern and live out the Lord’s will, and to shine as God’s lights in a world veiled in darkness.

As we embark on this devotional series, let us ponder deeply: how can we walk wisely today? How can our steps reflect the transformative wisdom of Christ in every aspect of our lives?