Walk Circumspectly | Lession 124

In his sermon titled "Walk Circumspectly," Pastor Josh Strelecki delves into Ephesians chapter 5, emphasizing the importance of a Christian's walk in life, which has been a consistent theme throughout Ephesians 4 and 5. He reiterates that believers are called to walk in love, holiness, and light, building upon the foundational teachings laid out in Ephesians chapters 1, 2, and 3. These chapters outline the eternal purpose of God in Christ, encouraging believers to conduct themselves in a manner worthy of their calling. Pastor Strelecki highlights that walking circumspectly involves being vigilant, looking around, and being aware of pitfalls to avoid walking as fools, instead being wise by redeeming the time because the days are evil.

Pastor Strelecki draws parallels between Ephesians 5 and Romans 13, illustrating how the light of God's Word gives believers the wisdom to navigate a dark world. He urges the congregation to rely on their identity in Christ to enlighten their understanding and guide their conduct. The sermon stresses that redeeming the time is crucial because it aligns with God's will and is an antidote to the world's tendency towards darkness and sin. Although walking circumspectly and avoiding spiritual sleep does not affect salvation, it is a testament to the believers walk after the Spirit. Pastor Strelecki encourages believers to pursue godliness actively, illustrating that even in failure, one must continue striving towards righteousness, supported by God's rich grace and love.