“Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.”- Colossians 4:5–6 (KJV)

Thought Of The Day...
Time is one of God’s most precious gifts—yet it is also one of the most easily wasted. Unlike money, time cannot be saved, borrowed, or replaced. Once a moment passes, it is gone forever. That is why Scripture repeatedly urges believers not merely to use time, but to redeem it—to buy it back, reclaim it, and steward it with wisdom and intentionality.
In Colossians 4, the Apostle Paul reminds us that redeeming time is not just about personal productivity—it is about kingdom impact. God opens doors not only for our benefit, but so His glory can be revealed through us. Every season, every conversation, and every opportunity carries eternal weight when placed in God’s hands.
Key Principles For Redeeming the Time.

1. Walk in Wisdom, Not in Hurry
“Walk in wisdom toward them that are without…”
Wisdom teaches us that not every open door is meant to be rushed through—but every God-ordained door must be recognized. Many miss divine opportunities because they are moving too fast to discern God’s voice or too distracted to notice His leading.
Redeeming time requires spiritual sensitivity. Wisdom allows us to discern when to speak, when to wait, when to move, and when to stand still. God often opens doors quietly—through obedience, consistency, and faithfulness in small things.
Proverbs 4:7 – “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom.”
2. Recognize That Every Moment Is an Opportunity
“…redeeming the time.”
The word redeem implies that time can be lost—and recovered. God gives us grace to reclaim moments we once wasted by aligning our lives with His purpose now. No season is too far gone. No delay is too late when God is involved.
Every day carries divine potential. An open door may appear as a conversation, a burden in prayer, a chance to serve, or a call to step out in faith. When we walk in obedience, God multiplies our moments into lasting impact.
Psalm 90:12 – “So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.”
3. Use Your Words as Doors of Grace
“Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt…”
One of the greatest opportunities God gives us is the power of speech. Words can open doors or close them. They can heal or harm, build or destroy, draw people to Christ or push them away.
Redeeming time means redeeming our conversations. Speaking with grace means being intentional, Spirit-led, and loving—even in difficult moments. God often opens doors through conversations that are rooted in truth, humility, and compassion.
Proverbs 18:21 – “Death and life are in the power of the tongue.”
4. Be Ready When the Door Opens
“…that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.”
Open doors demand preparation. God does not open opportunities randomly—He opens them for those who are ready to respond. Prayer, time in the Word, and daily obedience prepare us to step boldly when the moment arrives.
When we stay spiritually alert, we don’t miss divine timing. We recognize when God is calling us to move, speak, serve, or trust Him at a deeper level.
1 Corinthians 16:9 – “For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries.”

Something To Think About...
God is still opening doors. He is still calling His people to redeem the time. The question is not whether opportunities exist—the question is whether we are awake, willing, and prepared to walk through them.
When we commit our time to God, He redeems our moments, orders our steps, and transforms ordinary days into eternal victories.

Prayer...
Father God, thank You for the gift of time. Teach us to walk in wisdom and discernment. Help us recognize every opportunity You place before us and give us the courage to step through the doors You open. Redeem our past, direct our present, and prepare us for the future You have ordained. May our words, actions, and choices bring You glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.