Proverbs 5:21–23: For the ways of man are before the eyes of the Lord, and He ponders all his paths. His own iniquities entrap the wicked man, and he is caught in the cords of his sin. He shall die for lack of instruction, and in the greatness of his folly he shall go astray.
Insight
Freedom of choice is one of the privileges God has given us, but He instructs us and urges us to use that freedom wisely. The laws of God are guideposts to lead us on the path of life, and He watches the decisions we make and the roads we take. “The eyes of the Lord are in every place, beholding the evil and the good” (15:3).The cords of sin get stronger the more we sin, yet sin deceives us into thinking we’re free and can quit sinning whenever we please. As the invisible chains of habit are forged, we discover to our horror that we don’t have the strength to break them. Millions of people in our world today are in one kind of bondage or another and are seeking for deliverance, but the only One who can set them free is Jesus Christ. 1
Application
The eyes of the Lord see our path and He ponders our wayward decisions. He knows our sin will entrap. He knows our folly will be great. Is that biblical truth enough for you to reconsider your sinful pursuits?
Motivation
Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed. John 8:36
The cords of sin will strangle your marriage, but the 3-Strand Cord will save it. – TWEET IT
Prayer
Father, please allow Your daily presence to move my heart towards holy living.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). Be Skillful (pp. 51–52). Wheaton, IL: Victor Books
