7 Of this gospel I was made a minister according to the gift of God's grace which was given me by the working of his power.
16 making the most of the time, because the days are evil.
5 Conduct yourselves wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time.
16 And now why do you wait? Rise and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on his name.'
38 And Peter said to them, "Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
11 And when they heard it they were glad, and promised to give him money. And he sought an opportunity to betray him.
2 preach the word, be urgent in season and out of season, convince, rebuke, and exhort, be unfailing in patience and in teaching.
33 Then in the morning, as soon as the sun is up, rise early and rush upon the city; and when he and the men that are with him come out against you, you may do to them as occasion offers."
12 As for our brother Apol'los, I strongly urged him to visit you with the other brethren, but it was not at all his will to come now. He will come when he has opportunity.
4 We must work the works of him who sent me, while it is day; night comes, when no one can work.
10 So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.