Toward them that are without (προς τους εξω). A Pauline phrase for those outside the churches (1 Thessalonians 5:12; […

Walk in wisdom. That is, upright and honest conduct. Deal with them on the strictest principles of integrity, so that they may not have an…

Walk in wisdom . . . redeeming the time.—In the parallel passage (Ephesians 5:15) we have walk strictly, …

To “be wise in the way you act toward outsiders” is to show practical Christian wisdom in dealing with secular society. Paul’s words imply that bel…

Walk wisely. He makes mention of those that are without, in contrast with those that are of the household of faith ([Ref…

Walk in wisdom
Or wisely, circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise men; (See Gill on Ephesians 5:15).

No duties can be performed correctly unless we persevere in fervent prayer, and watch in prayer with thanksgiving.

Previously, Paul gave specific teachings for each group of people; here he gives instructions for everyone. First, he shows what their relationship…