July 27, 2015
Scripture Reading: Ephesians 5:15-20
15Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, 16making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. 17Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. 18Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit, 19speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, 20always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Questions for Reflection:
Paul warns us to be wise about how we live our lives. What commands does he give us? How can you act wise? Verses 17-20 includes many specific examples of ways that we can act wise? What are those instructions? Notice the role that music plays in Paul’s commands? Why do you think he instructs us to sing and make music from your heart to the Lord? How does understanding that command strength your desire to worship Him through music?