PRACTICING WISDOM
 Colossians 4:5-6
 Sunday, February 21, 2021          
 Andrew Billington      
            
                  
 I.             Introduction

 We are constantly under the microscope of the world. Everything we say and do (whether good or bad) is being examined and is often seen as reflection of Christ. We are responsible for how others see Christ through us. 

 II.          Wisdom with Time
  
 a.    We should _______ to walk wisely in our lives… especially concerning unbelievers. (Ephesians 4:29; Ephesians 5:15-17; 2 Corinthians 5:6-10)
  
 b.    Our time on earth is ­­­_________, and we should measure the ___________ of where we put our time. (Matthew 10:14; James 4:13-15; Matthew 24:36-47)
   
 III.       Wisdom with Words
  
 a.    Our words need to be full of ________. (Ephesians 4:29; Ecclesiastes 5:2-3; 1 Peter 3:10)
  
 b.    Words are full of _______. (James 3:5-6; Matthew 5:22; Matthew 12:36)
  
 IV.         Christ’s Impact 
  
 a.    We have an opportunity to __________ each person around us. (1 Peter 2:12; Romans 14:13-22; 1 Timothy 4:12; Matthew 5:13-16) 
  
 b.    Our witness must be ___________for each person. (2 Corinthians 6:1-12; 1 Peter 2:2-3; Romans 10:14-15)
  
 V.            Conclusion

 Our words and time are limited, but they are important as God desires to use them to reach others.  Making them both Christ-focused should be our priority as we are following Christ in trying to bring people to God.