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Ephesians 5:15-17
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Ephesians 5:15-17
International Standard Version
Wise Behavior
15 So, then, be careful how you live. Do not be unwise but wise, 16 making the best use of your time[a] because the times are evil. 17 Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.
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- Ephesians 5:16 Or buying up the time
Ephesians 5:15-17
New International Version
Ephesians 5:15-17
New International Version
15 Be very careful, then, how you live(A)—not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the most of every opportunity,(B) because the days are evil.(C) 17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.(D)
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