2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. 3 And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. 4 Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. 5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. 6 Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.
this is a long copy/paste, but I really like it's tactical approach. This is a different kind of request to make of God. This "ask" is completely meant for someone else. Help me talk clearly. Help me be wise toward others. Let me be graceful in my approach. So often, I'm praying and asking for what I want....to benefit me or someone I love. This is a prayer to ask for things that will benefit others, and ultimately give the all the glory to God.
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5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity.
ReplyDeleteI agree, in these words is a model of how to be effective in the name of God. I chose this verse because of the words 'make the most of every opportunity'. Its being intentional and recognizing the situations where you can be tool for God by executing on the tactics you highlighted.
knut