After completing your daily reading, come back to chat with fellow Bible readers about any reflections you have on the proverbs, introduction, or questions from today.
In Exodus 20, God commands us not to commit adultery. Proverbs adds a layer of complexity and context to that law by discussing the path that can lead to this particular sin. This chapter warns us of the outcomes that can result from a desire that often promises fulfillment and freedom but instead delivers pain and suffering for everyone involved.
Reflection Questions:
What is the result of adulterous behavior according to the story presented in Proverbs 5?
Are there any areas in your life that reflect the disregard for wisdom found in Proverbs 5:6? What are they?
What could the warning found in Proverbs 5:8 practically mean for those areas of your life?
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I love this so much! I love the SRT app. So far this plan has been amazing
Lord watch over me, teach me your ways, help me to forgive. Thank you for the response you equipped me with, to be calm and patient loving and focused on you. Thank you for keeping resentment out of my heart and not allowing me to lean into hurt, frustration, anger or retaliation. Your love is unending and wholesome. You are all I would ever need, thank you for making that known to me in those moments.
Oh, how this speaks to me, when we seek wisdom, we will find life, hope and love, but sin is so deceitful and sadly I believed the lie and my character was marred but God ..He rescued me ,forgave me, healed my brokenness and set me free . Today, my marriage is still going strong after 48 years. Only God could do that!
Amen Norma! God is good!
What is the result of adulterous behavior according to the story presented in Proverbs 5?
Death and destruction, loss of honor and dignity, regret, trapped by sin and a life away from God.
Meagan, bless your heart! I remember that as well and I think I mentioned that I have been in your shoes several times! I will definitely keep you in prayer! Give yourself some grace with the unpacking, too.
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Is there a church nearby that offers a mother’s support group or a Mother’s Day out program?
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Another option: local library with story hour for the kids. We are here for you!
Please keep us posted. ❤
Hannelora Wald mentioned the Lord whispered, the chapter isn’t just about adultery. I read that, took my walk, got ready, then came back to the open chapter and reread.
I don’t always hear clearly from God, but I heard His conviction about my misuse of social media/wasting my time. V. 3 – replace “lips of the forbidden woman” with “phone” or “insta” or FB or X… Verses 9 and 10 hit hard too. I knew this was what God wanted me to take from today’s lesson. I wondered if I might have an additional confirmation. (Why do we/I do that?!)
I checked email and opened Spam – there was an email from my former pastor’s podcast that was released today, titled “Helping You and Your Kids Break Phone Addiction.”
OK, message received. I’ll share the podcast on the FB page if anyone else wants to listen. And I’m committing to being a better steward of my time.
Me to
I would love to hear it!
The Scripture informs us that with adultery comes the demise of the person, including your integrity and your resources. You become trapped by the sin. As I reflect on my life, I think about all the temptations that have presented themselves that would fall into the same framework as the forbidden woman. Like others have said the closer you get to the temptation the harder it is to escape its grasp. I seek to draw closer in my faith walk and further away from those temptations.
The replies to Rhonda J’s comment brought this song to mind:
More than Anything (sung by Natalie Grant
I know if you wanted to you could wave your hand
Spare me this heartache and change your plan
And I know any second you could take my pain away
But even if you don’t, I pray
Help me want the Healer more than the healing
Help me want the Savior more than the saving
Help me want the Giver more than the giving
Help me want you Jesus more than anything
You know more than anyone that my flesh is weak
And you know I’d give anything for a remedy
And I’ll ask a thousand more times to set me free today
Oh, but even if you don’t, I pray
Help me want the Healer more than the healing
Help me want the Savior more than the saving
Help me want the Giver more than the giving
Oh Help me want you Jesus more than anything
When I’m desperate and my hearts overcome
All that I need, You’ve already done
When I’m desperate and my hearts overcome
All that I need, you’ve already done
Oh, Jesus, Help me want you more than anything ….
The results of adulterous behavior according to Proverbs 5
are death/destruction (v5, v23), loss of honor/dignity (v9), ?regret (v 11-14),
ensnared by sin (v22. I appreciate the suggestion in v8 to “keep a path far from
her”, do not go near her house”. I think when we think about resisting temptation (not limited to adultery) who know that the closer we get to the
thing that tempts us the harder that it is to resist. I think it’s a good reminder to think about any temptation and the way we take precautions to avoid it. We know we will experience things in our life that will tempt us. Even Jesus experienced temptation when he was in the wilderness. What matters is how we respond when we face temptation (and how we avoid giving into temptation.)
Beautifully said, thank you ❤️
The result of adulterous behavior is death. Sometimes I worship myself, comfort, and material things over God. According to the proverbs, when I am tempted to worship those things I should run away from that temptation.
The last time I did an SRT devotional was Lent. Some of you may remember me as the young woman whose husband took a job out of state. I was in our old home with my son until we could find a new home where my husband was working. You all prayed for me and I will never forget your kindness.
We have now moved, and I am asking for pray again. We’ve finally moved, and I’m struggling so much again. I miss my mom. I miss all the things I knew and loved about my old home. I am overwhelmed with setting up our new place, parenting, and feeling so incredibly out of my element.
We have no friends or family here, and my heart is so heavy. I feel so terribly alone.
Please pray that we can find a good church and good friends. Please pray my son can adjust well. Please pray that the anxiety and panic that plague me daily will cease.
Thank you all for your prayers.
Meagan, I will pray for you and your family.
Praying ❤️
I remember MEAGAN. Thanks for the update. It is hard to make new friends as adults. I’ll be praying you find another mom from your son’s schoolmates or a neighbor that you connect with. And that you find a church to get connected with.
Oh Meagan…praying you will not only find a new church, but a good friend. Hope its okay to share my story. Years ago I (we, back then it was we) started to attend a new church. Long story short, I remember praying for new friends. Then one night at small group with just us girls, someone’s prayer request was wanting “a friend” I remember telling her I would be her friend and here we are 27 years later. We even had our first born son’s two months apart. They are now best friends and my son will be his best man at his wedding. YES, God is good! Praying this for you Meagan!
Love that, Mari! ❤
Oh, Meagan, bless your heart! I remember as well and I think I mentioned that I have been in your shoes several times! I will definitely keep you in prayer!
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Is there a church nearby that offers a mother’s support group or a Mother’s Day out program?.
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Another option: local library with story hour for the kids. Please keep us posted. You feel alone, but you are NOT alone!!! We are here for you!!! ❤
I also remember, Meagan. Praying for all the things you mentioned. My girls are teens, but when I was a new mom, MOPS was a great Christian, church-based group that helped me meet friends I’m still close to today. I hope you can find a similar group.
MEAGAN C, I attempted TWICE to reply to you. It was thrown out for some inexplicable reason. I will be praying for the 3 of you in this adjustment. I have experienced that as a young mom. Hugs!!! ❤
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Are you on the facebook page? We can share more freely there. ❤
I just saw that both of my previous replies still show ‘in moderation’ so maybe they will make it through.
I do remember you sweet Meagan! I am so glad you got moved! First time motherhood is scary, but also so fun!! Don’t get too caught up in the worry and enjoy him!!
I say first thing on the list—look for churches! First internet to determine which ones to visit…then go!! That is the place to start planting your roots! Try to find a church that is biblical of course, but look to see that have small groups! Most will have childcare! That is good for you and your child!! I will pray you find the right church and a great mom tribe!
I almost skipped coming back here this morning b/c I got a later start- I’m so glad I did!
What is the result of adulterous behavior according to the story presented in Proverbs 5? That you’ll be led astray, your honor taken by others, and taken advantage of and die.
Are there any areas in your life that reflect the disregard for wisdom found in Proverbs 5:6? What are they? I can’t think of anything, so hopefully not. But it’s a good warning to keep in mind.
What could the warning found in Proverbs 5:8 practically mean for those areas of your life? Keep away from temptations that take you away from the Lord. Keep reading the word and fearing the Lord.
This chapter is packed with the description of a forbidden woman. Consequences involve emotional toll and financial toll. In the sermon on the mount, Jesus broadens the definition even more, adultery is not just having affairs, but also in fantasying about a person with lustful intent. And for that, to make it convenient, p0rn industry comes into the picture making many fall into the trap, causing them impure and unclean through the gateway of the eyes, hence violating the faithfulness in the covenant of marriage. Repent! Come out. Keep yourself pure please. Be careful what you see, and hear. Pray over your eyes, ears that there is a guard from God. That you will shut your eyes and ears to the filthy. Matthew 5:29–30 (ESV): “If your right eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away. For it is better that you lose one of your members than that your whole body be thrown into hell. And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. For it is better that you lose one of your members than that your whole body go into hell”. He is not advocating literal mutilation, but the radical measures we must take to avoid it. If something is a snare or a stumbling block, don’t just flirt with it, remove it. Run from it. Better to lose something you think you “need” than to lose your soul. Take this seriously. Besides, there is a strong connection between this Proverbs 5 woman with Babylon the mother of harlot in Revelation 17. Spiritual adultery. This is a powerful spirit behind seduction, idolatry, and unfaithfulness to God that can work through people, system and culture. Hollywood with its global reach is one of the avenues and clearest reflections of this adultery spirit. Her lips drip with honey, smoother than oil. Alluring. Irresistible. She is dressed in purple, scarlet, jewels (outwardly dazzling, luxurious). This mother of harlots makes the nations drunk with her immorality. The Hollywood culture, with its global reach, makes stars become like gods, with their lifestyles, pleasures, and materialism. Guess what is behind? “Her feet go down to death; her steps follow the path to Sheol”, scandals of exploitation, abuse of power, narcissistic abuse, trafficking, normalization of immorality (promiscuity, greed, violence), substance abuse (many live with hidden addictions, deep depressions, and some die tragically young). Guess what’s else, this woman is drunk with the blood of the saints (Revelation 17:6). Much of the entertainment industry mocks, marginalizes, or attacks biblical faith, and encourage others to do so. The “harlot spirit” seeks to silence or discredit voices of truth, leading a large crowd, millions if not billions of fans, to paths of seduction, idolatry of fame, corruption, immorality, arrogance, and hostility toward God’s truth. Revelation 18:7: “She says in her heart, I sit as queen, I am no widow, and mourning I shall never see” – this projects an attitude of invincibility “we set the trends, we define morality, we are untouchable”. God says, “Come out of her my people, lest you partake in her sins”. She drains wealth, destroys souls, leads nations to adultery, robs them of righteousness. Despite her glamour, her judgment is swift! But for us, be the pure and holy bride of Christ until He comes. Remain faithful to Him alone. His bride is destined for eternal glory. Be blessed dear sisters.
This resonates with me. I have been with my husband for 19 years, married for 16 years and there are ups and downs. There are times when the grass can seem greener on the other side but that mood can come and go. The point is, if I choose not to have anything that can tempt me, nothing can tempt me!
Something new is always tempting but if we can caught up in close relationships with other people, head out on the town with a flirtatious mood, or take off our wedding rjngs we are actively making ourselves vulnerable. Don’t make yourself vulnerable ladies, the ups and downs happen but this is a REAL love story, not a mirage!
grass can seem greener. . .I’ve never forgotten what a pastor said on this subject -the grass is always greener where it’s watered, fed, maintained, cared for.
That’s good, I’ve never heard that added!
I was unfaithful when i was married the first time. I justified it because we were separated. I’m so mortified at my thinking and actions. It is such a hurtful act against so many, be mostly God. It took my to my knees and being face down on the floor begging for forgiveness.
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I hadn’t that of adultry in the way of anything i turn to against my Father. God help me to keep a clean heart and my eyes on You and You only.
I truly need to proof read.
Yes. Where’s spellcheck when you need it?
This one really got to me. I heard Hod whisper to my heart, “it’s not just about adultery”. Lord Jesus lead me back to you!
Thank you for this comment – it lead me to reread the chapter and listen for his voice. I’ll post more above. :)
The result of adulterous behavior is being led astray by the allurement of sin and then being entrapped by sin. It will lead to death, hell and total ruin. It’s best to just say no!
Destruction. Deception. Pain. Heartache. No thank you. Not sure if I’ve ever shared here this part of my life. I think I have. Many, many years ago in my early 20’s (like 21), I was married and it only lasted 2 years or so. When it came down to it, he was unfaithful. I remember feeling like “how could he?” How could she, knowing he was married?” Sigh….that was so long ago and of course I since then healed, forgave and remarried. And though my second marriage ended because of abuse, I have the greatest gift on this “earth” that God could ever give me. My two beautiful children!! I have no regrets as I am SO blessed by my son and daughter! Proverbs 5:6 and 8, I do my best to chose my friends carefully. Thank goodness, Thank you my JESUS for blessing me with amazing friends are who are my family. v8, if I see, hear, or aware of something that my cause me to stumble, I do my best to run in the other direction. Due to past heartaches (mentioned above), I know the outcome and do my best to get away FAST! Plus now as a single parent and now that my children are young adults, I feel I need to be that example for them so that they “chose wisely” who they allow in their circle of friends and potential mate. So far, and its ONLY JESUS, not me, they have great friends that love JESUS! Praise!! I’ve been sleeping well these past few days, a tad over 7 hours! Gotta go…Happy Thursday sweeties!!!
The result of living a self focused (adulterous) undisciplined lifestyle is complete ruin.
Welcome Amy Galegher! Good observation on how we can get sucked down into the “entertain me” hole
Anything that takes my focus and purpose away from the pursuit and worship of God can be called an idol and lead me to a wandering pursuit of self gratification.
2 Timothy 1:13-14 (NLT)
Hold on to the pattern of wholesome teaching you learned from me—a pattern shaped by the faith and love that you have in Christ Jesus. Through the power of the Holy Spirit who lives within us, carefully guard the precious truth that has been entrusted to you.
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This note from WIERSBE on verse 4 says a LOT!!!
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“Note the phrase “in the end.” The book of Proverbs emphasizes the importance of looking ahead to see where our actions will lead us (see v. 11; 14:12–14; 16:25; 19:20; 20:21; 23:17, 18, 32; 24:14, 20; 25:8).
The wise person checks on the destination before buying a ticket (4:26), but modern society thinks that people can violate God’s laws and escape the consequences. They’re sure that whatever has happened to others will never happen to them. Sad to say, their ignorance and insolence can never neutralize the tragic aftermath that comes when people break the laws of God. “Oh, that they were wise, that they understood this, that they would consider their latter end!” (Deut. 32:29).”
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We should follow Joseph’s example in Genesis 39 and flee evil.
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SEARCHING – You displayed such great discernment and wisdom with that phone call!!! Thanks so much for sharing that very personal example of enticement. You are such a blessing! ❤❤❤
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Gotta run for appointment and errands.
Love, hugs, and prayers! ❤
NOTE: 2 Timothy quote is the Biblegateway verse of the day!
This is a heavy topic- it wouldn’t seem so much with a bunch of Christian women—Adultery Bad or It’s the men with the wandering hearts. And we know it leaves destruction and happens to the whole family. I have been through it. BUT–when I was in my first marriage I was the one cheating. I wasn’t getting what I wanted, so I easily went elsewhere, with no shame. I wanted my husband to be so mad he would want a divorce. I was dumb. And to say I was a Christian as well, without even seeing my sin. It’s that Pride and Idols of self that so easily doesn’t even register at the time.
Then in my second marriage, the tables turned and it didn’t seem so fair then. I would say (as we like to deflect), that we had a child that made it different and more wrong.
Oh I was such a mess. I chased men for validation that I was cool and fun. I am so glad I finally hit the floor of the pit..and needed the living water.
Now we live in a time like Kelly said, where we actually go out and celebrate divorce and being “free” sadly. They don’t even get married these days because they don’t want that commitment yet will have a child together.
Thank God He is merciful and full of grace. Not only that, but he redeems and restores. He makes beauty from ashes, life from death, messages from our messes. Lord, I was so broken and lost, wandering in the desert, not even recognizing my problem. Looking and searching in all the wrong places. I was the woman at the well, and you came to me at that time. I am so, so thankful I looked up. That you put friends in my life that insisted I come to their church. They were my life line that led to You. I prayed. I journaled. I cried out. And now that is a testimony to share, that only YOU can fill the void nothing else can. Everything else is a worthless bandaid that comes off again and reveals the wound. You heal. May I keep eyes pealed for those that need that word! Those women and younger ladies that need ministering to. Thank you Jesus, amen.
Oh how I would love to have a coffee chat with you one day Miss Rhonda!
(heart!!) me too!! I love, love, love coffee dates with friends!
“anything else is a worthless bandage” – dang, so powerful! Some ouchie is deeper than a bandage’s reach.
“deeper than a bandage’s reach”
such truth in those words.
New to this she reads truth! So hello everyone
Welcome! It has helped me to be in His word every day.
Welcome Amy! You will love meeting here daily to read the Word of God and get insight from others!
hey Amy!! **waving and smiling real big**
I think the path that leads to this is one of selfishness. It begins with what we see, what we think, which gives birth to desire, and then we act. It is so easy to be lead astray on social media. You see a cute outfit or pair of shoes, never mind that you have a closet full, then you keep seeing them, and before long all you can think about is getting them and then you go get them!
A simple thought but I’ve caught myself caught up in just this and not needing a thing!
But if we don’t guard our hearts, it can lead to other areas of disobedience. Watch and pray keeps coming to mind for me!
So glad to see Tina again! Praying for all!
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Proverbs 5:8 is such a good reminder to stay as far away from a tempting situation as possible! Choose a different path, don’t stop, don’t consider, don’t give one thought – don’t go near the door! RUN!!
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It reminded me of Genesis 4:7 when God warns Cain that sin is “crouching at the door”. Sins desire is after us, it wants us but we must rule over it. How? By staying as far away from it that we can and by calling on the power of the Holy Spirit who lives within us.
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Happy Thursday She’s! ❤️
Amen❤️
The common use of the word refers to physical or emotional adultery in breaking a marriage covenant, but there is such a danger in committing spiritual adultery – succumbing to the thoughts and lure of anything that turns us away from God. It usually isn’t a 180° turn to start as the evil one knows that would be too obvious. It can be a tiny 1° shift that starts the withdrawal, and then you find yourself at 180° and wonder how you got there. Thankfully the Lord never gives up on us, and the coming back to Him brings us full circle. (Reminded again of Still, by Crowder)
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Recently I received a voicemail from a casual friend/former client from nearly 40 years ago that said he had a business question. I asked my H if he minded, he said ok with him if I returned the call and I almost did. But the more I thought about the effort it took to find me in another state, find a phone number under my now married name, the 2nd message left “in case I didn’t get the first one” and the countless other professionals with my skill set in the area where he lives … nope, nothing good would ever come from returning that call, by any definition of adultery.
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Be alert for compromises in all areas, sisters. I ask myself, can anything good ever come from this change/request/action? We are faced with a zillion temptations to make a wrong choice every day, praying we all choose wisely. And for the times we don’t, let’s flee evil and run back to Him asap.
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Thank you for praying, sisters. Friend is being prepped now for transplant procedure ❤️
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CEE GEE Even If, long time favorite ❤️
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Such great comments, insight and encouragement from yesterday’s posts ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
That was great wisdom applied, Searching – praise God!
Spiritual adultery……I would never do such and such. And yet we move that little 1” and before we know it, we’re where we said we would never be. We have to be so diligent in guarding our hearts from the ploys that Satan tries.
Yep, exactly. It caters to our ego.
Thank you for posting this Searching. I like the phrase, “what good will come of this?” It is a good test for many things in life: relationships, entertainment, sarcastic comments (guilty). It can be seemingly innocent but it’s “the little foxes that spoil the vine”.
Oh I needed to read this. A formal client and someone I dated for a short stint, wanted to meet for lunch. He was at my sons service and told my friend to give me his number. He is married as well. I seriously considered it. I truly looked at it being so innocent. I told my husband and he seemed okay with it. I never got his number and did not act on it, but i so easily could have. What good could have come from it?!
Praying for this surgery
So very wise, sister! ❤
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Hmm, the path of no discipline leads to ruin and death but if we listen to God and His Word, following His path, His ways, this leads to wisdom and life. That is the path I want to live by! I want more of You, God!
Recently I heard a great picture of idolatry and adultery…”Satan shows the bait but hides the hook.” Lord, keep us on the path of wisdom and keep our hearts seeking you every day. Give us the discernment to spot the counterfeit joys with which Satan tries to lure us away. Thank you for the promise of LIFE and abundant joy that are found in you.
Amen, Rachel. Like a fish, many times we swallow the concealed hook and it is painful to remove.
This morning as a single person reading this it is making me seek in my heart how am I being adulterous towards God. What are those areas in my life am I seeking self gratification over Him. It is a sobering thought when we seek our own desires instead of turning to him. I want to search those places in my heart that choose sinful ways so I don’t become trapped in my own rope and delight in the Lords discipline because it is for my good!
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The result of adulterous behavior is utter ruin and public disgrace. Although in our current culture, it is at times celebrated as seeking your own happiness :-(
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SEARCHING – praying for your friend’s surgery today to go well.
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LAUREN MASTERSON and MEL P ❤️❤️
Thank you ❤️
Lord help me to be in the world but not of the world. In Jesus name, Amen
My husband and I have chosen to homeschool at the direction of the Lord. During the hard moments, I’m tempted to think my kids would benefit more from going to a school. Then this grand picture of sending them looks so tempting as if “dripping with honey.” This morning the Lord used this devotion to reveal I’m sinning against him in this area of life. It is as if I’m committing adultery against Him by thinking another avenue, one he has not called us to, looks more appealing. Praying for the Holy Spirit to be my helper in those moments of weakness!
Good share Jen! Prayers for you as you homeschool!! I can say I think it’s amazing and smart to homeschool these days and there are many resources!
I just want to encourage you in your homeschooling. We chose to homeschool our 4 children with God’s leading and it’s the best thing we ever did! I included Bible study every day in order for them to be grounded in God’s word.
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Yes, there will be hard days. And some days I just couldn’t…so I declared a “DEAR day” (Drop Everything and Read). They always loved those days!
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Remember, the education they get through your hard work will be perfect for their future because God is in it!
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And now 3 of our 4 adult children are either homeschooling or sending their kiddos to a hybrid Christian school (2 days in classroom and 3 days at home). And I get to be involved as well which is such a blessing.
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So keep up the good work sister She!
Hugs to you! ❤️
Love this Sue, thanks for sharing!! I wish everyone could homeschool, public schools are not only teaching horrible stuff, but it is socially hard for kids.
You’re not alone, Jen! I also homeschool my children and have at times been tempted to send them to school. But then I remind myself as to the reasons why we decided to homeschool our children (one of them being that if they went to school then someone else would be teaching our children and training them up in the way they should go).
I’ll be praying for you, Jen!
Wonderful, Prayers for you and your kids!! I think you will be rewarded here and eternally.
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❤️ wow sweet mom. Your thought is just so kind and sweet to reflect upon. Your kiddos are so blessed to have such a virtuous mother. Prayers for your family and new strength to walk the narrow road despite challenges.
JEN, we were led to have me be a stay-at-home mom. It required tons of sacrifice, but we made it through. When the kids were older, there were times I wondered if they would have done better if I had worked. I wouldn’t change anything now that they are adults. My sons: two of the best dads I know and a single son who doesn’t go for the frivolous free-living lifestyle that is so common in his age bracket. Hold on to your Anchor! ❤
I cannot begin to tell you how many days in my 18 years of homeschooling I threatened to send my kids to school. Only one of the 5 graduated from high school as a homeschooler; the others all enrolled in school in 8th grade except for the youngest—she was in 6th grade when her dad left. But I know they all got the best education for them when they needed it, and one child who truly struggled to read (severe dyslexia) and we hated each other at some points during the learning process—later thanked me for homeschooling her in those years—once she learned how they taught reading at the local public schools. (I was a reading volunteer at that point). She realized that public school methods would have destroyed her self esteem and made her think she was stupid, rather than having a specific learning issue. So follow the Lord’s lead in all of this. It might change at some point, but obedience will always pay off in the end.
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Amen❤️
GM ladies! I’ve missed the discussion the last few days and have only read the comments each night. You all have blessed me tremendously with your words! Tina, like you, I have always seen myself as the woman at the well. The outcast who Jesus brought from a place of shame to a place of honor. It took me many years to let go of the guilt and shame of my far-from-God wandering years and by the grace of God I have. What hasn’t left me quite yet is that sting of loneliness that rears its ugly head from time to time. I had so many struggles with friendships with women during that time, and those lonely years have left a scar. I can sometimes fall into the “no one cares about me” loop in my head and have to intentionally remind myself of the deep friendships I have that God has blessed me with. My intention this year is to join a small group at church. I haven’t had time to do so due to caretaking responsibilities both for my brother and my daughter. I pray God will lead me to the right group. Have a blessed day!
Hope all went well with Chela’s return to school and her new roommate!
Oh Tami- Run don’t walk to a small group! lol. Even if they already started, (most start around this time) you can still join usually or they usually have ongoing ones as well! They really have been my Life group over the years. Now, being a leader for 3 years (crazy) the women always tell me how much they value having the group to talk with Christian women. Plus, it’s how you get into God’s word deeper.
“She does not ponder the path of life;
her ways wander, and she does not know it”.
Oh my, do I ever!
Wander, wonder, worry, wrestle, waiver…
Take heed.
Be still my foolish heart.
Follow the way of righteousness.
Listen, learn, live.
Wander, wonder, worry, wrestle, waiver!! That’s me! It’s makes me want to find a word that starts with “w” that means “release” “welease” popped into my head lol
Wooed by God and made whole ❤️
Won by Jesus’ blood
awesome!
(heart!!) truth.
I have always likened myself to the woman at the well.. always. I have always believed this was me, and outcast, a nobody, a reject, an unloved.. until Jesus and His grace, and redemptive words entered my heart and I was given a do over!
Today’s study is a reminder and a tug at my heart of the person I used to be.. the foolish person I was..
I’m not proud of the person I was..
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BUT GOD..
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Thank God, by His grace, mercy and love, I am on the right path. He has replaced that fickle heart, that looking for something mind, that ‘think of no. 1’ attitude, that searching soul, with a new heart that reflects His forgiving love for me, and His image and character in me.
I am not perfect, but in Joyce meters words..” I am not, (nowhere near) where I used to be..”
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Amen.
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Much to ponder today on His grace and healing, and the love and hope in have in Him!
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Love to all, as always, covered in much love and prayers requested or as you come to mind..
Be blessed..xx❤️
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It’s good to see you back Tina! ❤️
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Where have you been Tina? Miss you.
Well, hello long lost sis! Hahaha! ❤