Colossians 4:5

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

Act wisely towards outsiders, making the most of the time.

Cross References

1 Thessalonians 4:12

so that you may behave properly  in the presence of outsiders and not be dependent on anyone.  ,

James 3:13

Who among you is wise and understanding? By his good conduct he should show that his works are done in the gentleness that comes from wisdom.

Romans 16:19

The report of your obedience has reached everyone.  Therefore I rejoice over you, but I want you to be wise about what is good, and yet innocent about what is evil.

James 3:17

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, compliant, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without pretence.

Matthew 10:16

‘Look, I’m sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.

1 Timothy 3:7

Furthermore, he must have a good reputation among outsiders, so that he does not fall into disgrace and the devil’s  trap.

Colossians 3:16

Let the word of Christ dwell richly among you, in all wisdom teaching and admonishing one another through psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs,  singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.

Mark 4:11

He answered them, ‘The secret   of the kingdom of God   has been given to you, but to those outside,   everything comes in parables

James 1:5

Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God #– #who gives to all generously and ungrudgingly #– #and it will be given to him.

1 Peter 3:1

In the same way, wives,  submit yourselves to your own husbands so that, even if some disobey the word,  they may be won over  without a word by the way their wives live

Daniel 2:8

The king replied, ‘I know for certain you are trying to gain some time, because you see that my word is final.