Verse from Colossians

“你们要把握时机，用智慧与外人来往。”

‭‭歌罗西书‬ ‭4:5‬ ‭

“Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity.”

‭‭Colossians‬ ‭4:5‬ ‭

Paul knew the need to be alert to God’s work around us. In Colossians 4, he asked for prayer for an opportunity to share the gospel (v. 3). Then he challenged, “Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity” (v. 5). 

Paul didn’t want the Colossians to miss any chance of influencing others toward Christ. But doing so would require truly seeing them and their needs, then engaging in ways “full of grace” (v. 6).

In our world, far more things vie for our time and attention than a game’s imaginary creatures. But God invites us to navigate a real-world adventure, every day seeking opportunities to point to Him.