Make the Most In Christ – Part 6 7/6/25 Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. For it is shameful even to speak of the things that they do in secret. But when anything is exposed by the light, it becomes visible, for anything that becomes visible is light. Therefore, it says, “Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Ephesians 5:11–17 (ESV) Greek/English Insight: Awake - ἐγείρω (egeiró) - rouse from obscurity, inactivity, ruins, nonexistence, arise, lift up. Spiritual and Ethical Implications for Believers Union with Christ means participation in His resurrection power now. “Just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may walk in newness of life” (Romans 6:4). The same Spirit who raised Jesus “will also give life to your mortal bodies” (Romans 8:11). Ethical exhortations draw on that reality: “Wake up, O sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you” (Ephesians 5:14), transforming daily conduct. Make the most - ἐξαγοράζω (exagorazó) - to make a wise and sacred use of every opportunity for doing good Foolish - ἄφρων (aphrón) - identifies the person who, through moral or spiritual dullness, acts without regard for God’s revealed wisdom. In Scripture the term consistently contrasts self-reliant human reasoning with the fear of the Lord, revealing that true understanding is inseparable from humble submission to divine truth. Make the Most Understand the will of the Lord Through is Word Through prayer Through obedience Keep Focused. - Stay Awake Stay Connected Stay Transparent Trust Family Thoughts . . . Am I awake? Am I spending my time so that it matters?