Colossians 4:5
Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.
Context
This verse from Colossians Chapter 4 connects to 10 cross-references. Masters treat servants justly and fairly. Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so you know how to answer each person. Closing greetings name Tychicus, Onesimus, Aristarchus, Mark, Luke the …
Other Translations
Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.
in wisdom walk ye toward those without, the time forestalling;
Be wise in your behaviour to those who are outside, making good use of the time.
Cross References
So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.
Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless …
And he said unto them, Unto you it is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God: but …
For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would …
For what have I to do to judge them also that are without? do not ye judge them that are …
But them that are without God judgeth. Therefore put away from among yourselves that wicked person.
Yet in the church I had rather speak five words with my understanding, that by my voice I might teach …
And thus are the secrets of his heart made manifest; and so falling down on his face he will worship …
See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,
Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.