Ephesians 5:17
Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.
New Heart English Bible
In The King James Version
Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.
In Context
16redeeming the time, because the days are evil.
18Do not be drunken with wine, in which is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit,
Cross References
1 Kings 3:9Give your servant therefore an understanding heart to judge your people, that I may discern between good and evil; for who is able to judge this your great people?"
Psalms 111:10The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.SHINAll those who do his work have a good understanding.TAVHis praise endures forever!
Proverbs 2:5then you will understand the fear of the Lord,and find the knowledge of God.
Proverbs 23:23Buy the truth, and do not sell it.Get wisdom, discipline, and understanding.
John 7:17If anyone desires to do his will, he will know about the teaching, whether it is from God, or if I am speaking from myself.
Ephesians 5:15Therefore watch carefully how you walk, not as unwise, but as wise;
Matthew Henry on Ephesians 5:4-21
Preservatives from Impurity; Cautions and Admonitions. ( a. d. 61.) 3 But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints; 4 Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks. 5 For this ye know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God. 6 Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things… Read the whole commentary →