http://www.thefreedictionary.com/redeem
re·deem (r-dm)
tr.v. re·deemed, re·deem·ing, re·deems
1. To recover ownership of by paying a specified sum.
2. To pay off (a promissory note, for example).
3. To turn in (coupons, for example) and receive something in exchange.
4. To fulfill (a pledge, for example).
5. To convert into cash: redeem stocks.
6. To set free; rescue or ransom.
7. To save from a state of sinfulness and its consequences. See Synonyms at save1.
8. To make up for: The low price of the clothes dryer redeems its lack of special features.
9. To restore the honor, worth, or reputation of: You botched the last job but can redeem yourself on this one.
Rabbi Sh'aul instructs us in his letter to redeem the time for the days are evil. I remember the verb "when" anytime I see time. Considering this verse, the "when" is now. The "what" is redemption of time. Some other translations of the same verse say "making the most of each opportunity". Recently, I've had to ask YHWH to help me redeem the time He's given me. Twenty four hours seem too small, but if I follow His design and purpose, twenty four hours is just right!
By the verse above, I am expected by Adonai to redeeem my time. It means I must incline and align my will (the center of my soul), to prioritize what Avinu Malkeinu prioritizes. I must utilize my mind (the information center of my soul) to think whatever Adonai thinks. I must retrain my emotions (the nurturing center of my soul) to feel, invest in and nurture relationships that Elohim has designed for me.
By Your grace, Immanuel, in Yeshua's name, I redeem the time, for the days are evil.
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