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.
As fallen people in a fallen world, we are susceptible to seduction, or being lured by false promises. At the same time, with the presence of the Holy Spirit, the wisdom of God is available to us in every situation we face. Both of these truths call us to pay attention to how the wisdom found in Scripture affects our internal thought life and external actions.
Reflection Questions:
Where do you feel the pull of seduction most in your life?
What is the God-given longing of your heart that lies beneath the desire you just named?
Choose one proverb from today that stands out to you when thinking about the pull of seduction in your life. Write it out, and reflect on how that proverb encourages you to return to the Lord’s wisdom.
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Mine is food…. I’ve been struggling with it for a while. It is what I run to when I’m stressed or sad or defeated or mad… the negative emotions. I think I’m looking for comfort in food. And I want to make an effort to open my Bible every time I want to open the pantry/fridge. I’m going to put my Bible in the kitchen. I’m committing to this!!!
Seduction for me is giving unsolicited spiritual advice. I’m very proud and often feel like I know more because I’m consecrated person. So I need to just discern and hold my tongue
I struggle with lust and fornication with my boyfriend.
I have read a few comments on here and can agree that the ideal of tea perfect household lures me in but in reality just doesn’t exist. When I can’t keep it up I feel low.
I also appreciate that books can be very graphic. I love the romance and the story and when a graphic bit starts I skip through the pages. It works for me! I have also been known to give up because it is has lost the romance altogether and full of sexual scenes. It’s all very hard to tell which way it will go when you test out a new author!
God bless She’s!
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Seduction of “the successful Christian life.” A submissive wife, clean home, beautiful kids and a loving marriage.
I fumble with sin, distort my focus from the Lord in an effort to create my own idea of Gods plan for my life. When things don’t work out in my plan I am not a loving example of Christ or a walking witness of humility, generosity or unending forgiveness.
Lord, I need to work on breathing life into the people around me that You have blessed me with the presence of. Lord I know you are the only one I need, the ultimate provider, protector and love me endlessly. I need to focus on You and glorify you with my actions and words regardless of the circumstances. Thank you for your mercy and blessings. Thank you for the Holy Spirit within me, softening my heart, purifying my intentions and guiding my discernment.
I know what you are saying. I ended up getting rid of all of my non Christian book. And as for our younger generation, I join you in Praying fervently for them. The world is getting darker no matter where you turn. Let’s keep our eyes on Jesus. I hope you have a Beautiful Day in the Lord.
Oh come on. Not all non-Christian books are bad. We are allowed to experience non-sinful joy in this life.
24:3-4 is the way I want my household to be. Unfortunately it has been far from it. I need to grow in so many areas, self control being the most.
Proverbs 24:3-4 By wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; by knowledge the rooms are filled with all the precious and pleasant riches.. I have found myself looking for these things to fill my rooms: a significant other, closer firwnships, an understanding of what my next steps should be. However, I have been consistently reminded recently that in order to find those things I need to trust in his plan for me and know that when I am content he will provide me with wisdom.
This devotional today is very convicting in an area that most people don’t think about. I love to read but it seems that most books out there for in women’s fiction and romance are dark— the main characters are dark (they call them morally grey), and usually the women are too or are good girls who are attracted to that. Those books are also very sexually graphic. That is one area that for the longest time I used to read but then I felt convicted about it. I stopped reading these books, but once in a while, when you think a book is clean, something comes up that again, is very convicting. And I just keep thinking how the enemy is taking a hold of so many women’s hearts through reading, without them even realizing it. We need to keep our women, but especially young women, in prayer for discernment. I’m also thankful for book reviewers who are Christian and bringing forth authors who write clean romances that we can enjoy.
Perfection and feeling enough is what calls me. My works and not His. Proverbs 25:27 speaks to me
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Proverbs 20:25 It is a trap for a man to dedicate something rashly, only later to reconsider his vows. How true is this? We are lured by a good thing only to realize even too much of a good thing can be bad and we start to question our commitment. As far as what I’m lured by the most, it’s materialism and being a perfectionist. I’m a very type A personality who enjoys lists and planning, but going off course gives me anxiety. It’s not fair others don’t always know the internal list I have and that if they aren’t following the list they don’t know about, I can get upset. I also pray I can find peace in what I already have. We have a beautiful home and are so blessed to HAVE a home, and yet the minute I see something new we “need” I fixate on how soon can I find the fight piece.
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“Be not envious of evil men, nor desire to be with them” (Proverbs 24:1). I meditated on this verse for a while, and I see the subtle seduction here is envy. And why evil men/women? What do they have that God’s people are envious of? They seem to be more successful, free? So men/women are desirable. Wow. What a clue the Bible tries to communicate to us. The Bible is so rich with wisdom. Evil and sin has its appeal. Evil people have strong appeal that they flaunt. They don’t always look evil on the surface. Perhaps more charming. Don’t measure people by appearances. Who can tell the depth of their corruption and the secret deceptive heart, masked by sophisticated behavior? The foundation of righteousness is so important for God’s people to discern the fruit of evil. “Their hearts devise violence, and their lips talk of trouble”. Bad trees yield bad fruits, or evil people who appear nice, devise harm and violence, their conversations stir up conflict, slander, boasting and gossip. Their words are destructive, not life-giving. Their lives are not neutral at all. Their violence and trouble will eventually overflow onto everyone around them. Toxic workplaces demonstrate this in some cases. May we not envy them, or want to be in their presence. Be okay with being alone. God’s people are called to stand apart, even if it means standing alone. May we choose integrity over conformity. Conform not to the world. Come out of Babylon my people. Come out of her! Don’t envy her ease, luxury and intoxicating influence. May God give us eyes to see, ears to hear, strength and courage to do what’s right. Be blessed dear sisters.
* correction: “so evil men/women are desirable”
Thank you for sharing your reflection, this encouraged me. Charm is deceitful, I pray for eyes to see and ears to hear and that God will use the Holy Spirit to grant discernment that is so needed when the surface is so convincing and yet it’s all a design. Thank God for those who fear Him and are doers of His word.
Ah, perfection is what calls me, I struggle with be fully reliant on God in my pursuit of perfection, but God, He is so good to remind me that apart from Him, I can do nothing . He is so good to bring correction when I am trying to do my best work without Him.
My prayer is that by His wisdom. my house will be built .
Proverbs 20:24 – A person’s steps are directed by the Lord. How then can anyone understand their own way?
When I read this, it makes me question myself as to why I continue to direct my own way every day without coming to God first. This is an area that I know I need to work on. I must seek God first before I make my plans.
The desire to “fit in” with my co-workers. We all come from different backgrounds, and all too often to I catch myself falling into their gossip. The desire to “fit in” comes from wanting to be accepted. But is silly, because I am accepted my Christ, and that is all that matters.
I needed to hear this not with co-workers because I’m retired but with others I meet along life’s path.
Thank you for sharing this. I really relate to what you wrote. I gave my life to Jesus two years ago, and often it feels like I’m the only Christian I know. I’m the youngest of four, and I’m so blessed with a wonderful family and parents—but God just isn’t part of our conversations.
I carry such a fire in my heart for the Lord, and I long to share in meaningful conversations about Him. Yet at times, I catch myself holding back or softening my love for Jesus out of fear of being “too much.” Where I live in Canada, it’s almost taboo to talk about faith—unless it’s connected to new age spirituality.
But God is teaching me to override those fears and step forward in boldness. It’s something I’m consciously working on, and I’m encouraged to know I’m not alone in that struggle
Proverbs 25:27 – It is not good to eat too much honey or to seek glory after glory.
In a world of “treat yourself” and “self care” and endless overconsumption, I am so quick to be seduced by nice (material) things. Things that will all pass away!! This proverb reminds me that overconsumption of something sweet isn’t good, nor is seeking excessively glory. This really spoke to me because, why do I participate in overconsumption and purchasing nice things? Deep down, I’d say it’s for others’ recognition of my nice clothes, car, jewelry, etc. Which is not who I’m called to be nor is it who I want to be.
Thank you for that. I see myself falling into this thought process from time to time. What also spoke to me was Proverbs 24:3-4 we are the home of God on this earth. In us, as His children, we show others the love of our Lord and Savior. In His wisdom we build our rooms and our knowledge grows in Him- we are filled with His treasure.
Proverbs 20:27 stands out to me the most and reminds me that we can’t hide from the Lord, as he already knows. The reflection questions today have me doin go a deep soul search.
Reflection Questions:
1. I feel the pull of seduction the most in my life in my close family relationships. Wanting to abandon close family ties and walk away paints a picture of being better apart from them.
2. The God-given longing of my heart that lies beneath the desire above is to cultivate and maintain healthy, God-centered, respect /love filled, and fruitful family relationships where Christ is glorified.
3. One scripture that stood out to me when reading today and in terms of the pull of seduction is found in Proverbs 24:3-4
“ 3 By wisdom a house is built,
and through understanding it is established;
4 through knowledge its rooms are filled
with rare and beautiful treasures.“
Also, it took me back to a scripture the Lord had given me also found in Proverbs 14:1….”Every wise woman buildeth her house:…..” These two scriptures encourage me to embrace fully what God says in His Word about relationships, home life, and family. I need to strive, as I do, to be a wise builder. I understand fully whose battle this is- the Lords. I can’t control family but I can pray faith filled prayers, believing and trusting that Gods spirit is working on my behalf. God can move mountains and soften hearts to yield to Him- He knows his people far better than I. These scriptures encourage me to build with wisdom. I love the verse I read today…. it was a reference scripture found in James 3:17
“But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere.” NLT
Also, in Ephesians 4:32
“Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.” NLT
These verses remind me and encourage me to continuously seek to build with wisdom, understanding, and knowledge. It also gives me the tools to properly build with – love, forgiveness, compassion, kindness, peace, mercy, unity and so on. It encourages me to better best representative of Jesus I can be before my close family, building others up with the same tools He used to build up His church – wisdom, understanding, and knowledge.
Isaiah 11: 2
“The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—
the Spirit of wisdom and understanding,
the Spirit of counsel and strength,
the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD.”
I try to pray this daily over my life, believing that God is empowering me to walk in the same.
Thank you for sharing ❤️
Thank you for sharing the James 3:18 verse after I looked up James 1317 was exactly what I needed to read tonight. It was so encouraging. As I reach out to a group of brothers and sisters in Christ, I have gone through a court season with pray that there will be peace and unity and that possibly there will be a harvest.
I am sure there are other things at “lure” me, but the first thing that came to mind was comparison with others which can lead to dissatisfaction. I have so much to be grateful for and yet I see what other people have accomplished and sometimes think I should have accomplished more. Or I see how nice people are able to keep their house and struggle at times wit the upkeep of my own (I definitely don’t have one of those spotless homes that would show up on one of the magazine covers.) Of course, I know that the version of other people that is visible to all doesn’t tell the whole story – and the grass is not always greener on the other side. Even so I find myself comparing.
On a different note, as I was reading Proverbs 24:3 today, I started reflecting on what we were talking about last week about not taking short cuts, which brought to mind the parable of the wise and foolish builder from Matthew 7: 24-27
24 “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 25 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. 26 But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. 27 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash.
Reflecting on this challenged me to see the the difference between the wise man and foolish man wasn’t simply that the foolish man didn’t know the correct thing, both may very well have known the right thing, but the wise man put them into practice and the foolish man did not. Perhaps he thought he knew an easier/better way (ie a short cut if you will) and paid the price.
Good evening… I too saw that scripture in a reference for another verse and saw the contrast in the wise builder versus the foolish. I contemplated on its contents in regard to building up my house. I agree with your comments. My prayer is to fully embrace the Word, walking it out and putting it into practice versus simply being a hearer only. Thanks be to God, He helps us do so!
Follow up appointment for my eye went well, and it is almost fully healed. Now I am investigating “contoured” sleep masks. There are so many! Who knew?
❤ my son recently changed styles! Glad things are moving in the right direction!
When I read the first day on seduction, I wrote that seduction is so much more than sexual temptation. It’s any promise to circumvent the natural order and timing of things. Then on the podcast that is what they talked about!
Seduction is the lure to get you to distrust the father‘s heart and believe what you have isn’t enough. The call is to keep our eye on the eternal!
That caught my attention too when I listened.
I feel the pull of seduction most in my life toward trusting in other things of this life to give me identity and meaning. I am tempted to find my meaning and identity in material things and my appearance.
God has called me to find my meaning and identity in being his daughter.
The proverb that is going to help me to focus on God is: “ Like a muddied spring or polluted fountain
Is a righteous man who gives way before the wicked.” I pray that I would focus on keeping my identity and life pure before the Lord.
I long for a relationship with Jesus like none other. To be favored by him would be amazing.
But you already ARE favored by him, dear one! That’s the point of the gospel.
Ahhh…yes. You are favored, chosen, a beloved daughter of our Lord Jesus. You dont have to earn that or work for it. You are His ❤️
I forgot to do my weekly gentle reminder to take a listen to the podcast if you have time:) Its great discussion and further teaching on the daily readings. I found this weeks really helpful, thought provoking and challenging.
TY. I listened to last week’s podcast today (well, half of it)! It really helped me understand Proverbs better as far as the differences of the promises of God and having wisdom from God.
I have done the readings and will ruminate on them. I wish I had time to read all the comments… they always give me so much more to think about. I will have to come back later and finish them. I am heading to my follow up appointment for my eye. (My appt. is at 10:40, CST, and I am feeling a bit anxious. Please pray for my peace and progress in eye healing. Thanks!)
Where do you feel the pull of seduction most in your life?
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Procrastination. I’m a serial procrastinator.
What is the God-given longing of your heart that lies beneath the desire you just named?
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I want peace in my chaotic life.
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Choose one proverb from today that stands out to you when thinking about the pull of seduction in your life. Write it out, and reflect on how that proverb encourages you to return to the Lord’s wisdom.
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Proverbs 25:26–27
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Like a muddied spring or a polluted fountain
is a righteous man who gives way before the wicked.
27 It is not good to eat much honey,
nor is it glorious to seek one’s own glory.
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The first part of Line 27 speaks to my procrastination. It’s not good to eat much honey.
I am a procrastinator too… I am such a good crastinator that I decided to go pro. Heeheehee!
Ha! And agree with this sentiment, and the honey verse standing out. May I use my time well, for Him.
Thankful for God our Savior and the renewing of the Holy Spirit that can take all that icky seduction and turn it into new life and hope! “For we ourselves were also once foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving various lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful and hating one another. But when the kindness and the love of God our Savior toward man appeared, not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Savior, that having been justified by His Grace we should become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.” Titus 3:3-7
My inner most need for validation from others, social media, ect. points to my victory and identity already being found in and through Christ alone.
Great verse in relation to these questions! Thanks for sharing.
I think for me I’m seduced by trying to please others and I love to shop! I’m asking the Lord to search my heart and show me any wicked way within me! I having been limiting my social media because that can cause me to see stuff that I think I might “need!”
Proverbs 20:27 and Proverbs 24:3-4
Praying for all!
Today agree with you Cheryl about social media being one of my triggers. I didn’t even think of that initially!
I used to be a shopaholic and just filled my down time with it! Now that I serve it has helped so much! But i do still love to buy things and have to be careful!
I have always liked fashion. As a little girl I would sew my clothes. I wanted the latest fashion statement. I’m still that way. Although I do not sew..lol. But I can get very caught up in fashion, decor, art, and music. Big seductions for me. The one thing is I don’t feel that they make me who I am. I just am drawn to these things.
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I long for these things to not come first. That God will always be first in my life. That I will start my day in prayer and study. That I keep my eyes on God.
Traci Gendron I am the same way! I love the beauty of a well tailored and put together outfit too much sometimes.
These are such great verses and the pointed question of what is the pull of seduction in my life gives pause for thought that I need to think on some more. Lord reveal to me the seduction and lies that are hidden beneath. Show me what may be keeping me from finding fullness and joy in you. Amen
Thank you for praying sisters. All is well. I had no travel issues, no border crossing issues and tearfully embraced my beautiful daughter, son in law and wept with joy holding my grandson. He is sleeping on my chest as I read and respond here this morning. Thank you Father for you abundant goodness ❤️
God is good
God us good!! Grandchildren are so fun! 8 wish there wasnt a birder between!
Praise the Lord! ❤️❤️❤️
So happy for you! I had been praying! What a blessing!
Oh, Wendy, that is so wonderful to hear. God loves you and wants this to be a fabulous visit!
Praise God!!! ❤
We’ve been trying to buy a home, but everything is so expensive and we just can’t find the one. I long for financial prosperity and the comfort of our own home again. (Sold ours to build on some land but with rising costs we just aren’t able to) And enough space for our kids. We have been stuck in a tiny rental for 2 years and it’s exhausting and I hate the feeling of displacement. I know God will provide when the timing is right, but it’s hard to wait and be patient and it’s especially hard when others around you are moving forward, building or buying homes and we just feel stuck. He is good though, he is faithful and he will provide. I just need to keep moving forward and lean on him.
Praying for you to find a home!
Thanks for sharing your understandable frustration, now we can pray for/with you just as God has called us today!
Peace is my stumbling block. Grew up in a blended chaotic family. So. Much. Drama. I’m by nature an introvert so quiet rational interactions are my preference . I can imagine hearing laughter from anyone reading that statement. People are messy. Life is messy… Even a courageous person’s steps are determined by the LORD, so how can anyone understand his own way? Prob. 20:24
I have to agree with that…I don’t like Chaos! I like my time and my ways…
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1. Fighting injustice.
2. Peace, love and equality destruction of the hate going on.
3. Proverb 24:19-20
Blessings for a good day and prayers for your needs.
Lord put some sunshine on my friend’s face this morning and give her the lift she needs to be engaged today with the littles!
That was for Mari V.
Good morning She’s. I honestly can relate to a few of you here and I remind myself God sees me as beautiful even when I don’t. I admit, I find myself sucked into the latest workout or supplements that will help me bring me down a few pounds. I normally don’t get the supplements as they are TOO expensive and I won’t spend money on something that isn’t necessary. I’m rambling….I woke up not feeling 100%. My teacher missed work on Friday as she was sick, other adults are not feeling well. I stated taking airborne to help me but this morning I’m under the weather and since I don’t have fever, I will go to work. Happy Monday sweeties.
Wisdom builds a life that lasts, what looks like success without righteousness is an illusion, God sees it all.
| Take a 10 second “pause” for the Holy Spirit to step in |
| **1. Recognize** What are you really longing for? |
| **2. Restrain** Pause and reflect before you act. |
| **3. Replace** Lies with wisdom from Scripture. |
| **4. Pray** Daily, not just when in crisis. |
| **5. Connect** With trusted people for support. |
| **6. Protect** Limit what triggers temptation. |
| **7. Receive Grace** Fall forward, not away. |
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So good Kimberly. Thank you!❤️
Thank you for sharing this Kimberly !
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Escape is the pull of seduction in my life. With my mom’s dementia, I’m tied down and I long to escape the responsibilities and and the emotional pain of seeing her decline. The God-given longing is to be united with Jesus where there is no more pain and heartache
That is good reflection Jane. Thank you for sharing, that is hard, orayers.
Praying for you, dear sister! Caregiving is so hard and dementia is a terrible disease. It takes your loved one away emotionally and mentally while leaving them here physically. Praying that God will give you strength and peace.
Jane K just yesterday I was thinking of all the free time I have. I had a son with a very rare illness. In the end of his life my days were consumed with worry, caring for, him, and all the normal chores for 2 households. I realized I wasn’t quite aware of the amount of time I had given up to care for him. BUT I would do it all over again. I understand your feelings. It is hard being a caretaker. It is also an honor, but that doesn’t take away the hardship. Prayers for you in this difficult time.
Love these reflection questions so much. Really gave me a change to search my heart for what seduction may be hidden, asking the lord to reveal what lies beneath was so insightful.
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The first question really jabbed me hard. “Where do you feel the pull of seduction most in your life?”
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For many, many years – since I was a young teenager really, I have struggled with accepting me as God sees me. I always see my self as scarred (literally as I had bad acne as a teen and young adult), I see myself as overweight, undesirable and I have a very low self esteem.
I have been saved for over 50 years and I have been in full time ministry for almost 32, I have a wonderful husband that loves me more than I deserve! Yet – I still struggle, although not as much as I did when I was younger.
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Therefore – every time I see a new ad for how to lose weight or how to look younger, I am sucked right in, I am seduced! More so on the weight loss. I can’t tell you how many “plans” I’ve been “seduced” to buying into! The list goes on! And did they work? Some for a time, others not at all. I am so tired of falling for these things time after time! I want it to stop – forever!
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I choose Proverbs 24:3-4 to reflect upon. I want to be able to use the the knowledge that I have accumulated over the years – through experiences, skills, talents and gifts that God has provided, and the understanding – the perceptive insight with the ability to judge – which also comes from God, and allow those two things combined together to gain the wisdom of God that He also provides.
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I want my house to be built on wisdom, understanding and knowledge and the result being “rooms filled with rare and beautiful treasures.”
To God be the glory!
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@Victoria – welcome back, it’s good to “see you” again! Praying for your difficult family situation.
@Wendy B – continued prayers for your safe arrival at your daughter & son-in-laws. Enjoy that new grandson!!
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@ALL MY SRT SHE’S – happy Monday!❤️
Sharon this breaks my heart to read this. It is so hard not to feel this way when all we as women are bombarded with are messages of how we are to look, how much we are to weigh, etc… I despise the objectification of women (Jesus did too!) and the culture that tells us we are not enough. YOU ARE MORE THAN ENOUGH! I pray today against the lies of the enemy for all of us who believe we are less than and compare ourselves to a standard set by man, not be God.
Today, Prov. 25:26 stands out, “Like a muddied spring or a polluted well are the righteous who give way to the wicked.”
This verse reminds me that although we are called to be of the world, we are not called to be in the world— and that is the difference of surrounding yourself likewise with “healthy water” community. Not that our “healthy water” is still not polluted with mud & sin, but we are all drinking from the same source and able to point each other back to the water source.
The Proverb I chose was 20:27, talking about how God knows our innermost parts. God already knows every desire we have, and He knows what Satan might use to seduce. Does Satan know our innermost parts? Does he care? No. he hates me, and hates you. God knows us out of perfect love, and true love doesn’t need to coax.
Amen. The same verse spoke to me. I tend to focus on the outward; I need to shine a light deeper and allow the Spirit to challenge my thoughts, beliefs, etc.
I am going to let this simmer in my brain today. My spirit is burdened about a decision I need to make and that is overwhelming my thoughts.
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Love, hugs, and prayers! ❤
Prayers friend, to come to a conclusion that gives peace and God’s perfect will to your situation. I do hate when the path doesn’t seem clear but you have to decide!! It’s like Lord…give me an answer loud and clear, I have to know !
Thanks, Rhonda! Yep, you nailed it! ❤
Ahh, Cee-Gee lifting you up in prayer.. prayerful your heart is not too overloaded. Give your burdens to the Lord, He will steer you right..
Much love..Tina ❤️
Thank you, Tina. I did and you are right – He will! ❤
Cee Gee praying for you and this decision !
Thanks, Victoria! It’s good to see you again! I missed your ‘re-entry’ post, but will look for it. I saw sisters pledging prayer and I will join in! ❤
You sisters blessed my heart! Your prayers are much appreciated! ❤
Can you put the stairs in a different room? One of my daughters bought an old stone home and we totally gutted it and renovated the whole inside, etc. The stairs were repositioned to a different room. And it is a small home also. Will be praying for this situation and also as you start your homeschooling this year and for your six-year-old.
GM ladies. I think I am seduced by the allusion of control. I am a type-A planner, strategizer and list maker. As we get ready to move our daughter into an apt in NYC for her junior year, there is a lot of necessary planning (have to be there by 6am!) and I had found myself on loop trying to figure out every angle. We were hoping to get the keys a few days early to not have to move in the day before she starts school and i go back to work and void the stress and rush. Just last week I had to surrender it to the Lord, and trust in His plan! I booked the moving ruck for Sept 1 and “let it go”. Would you know that the real estate agent called the following day to let us know we would be getting the keys a few days early bc the tenant will be moved out! I’m sure God was chuckling at all of my planning. It wasn’t until I let go that He stepped in. A good lesson for me.
That is an AWEsome testimony! Praying for Chela in this new semester! ❤
A good lesson for us all Tami!
That’s so good! Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and not on your own…control!
Proverbs 24:19-20
“Don’t be agitated by evildoers, and don’t envy the wicked. For the evil have no future; the lamp of the wicked will be put out.”
Lord, please help me find all answers, contentment, and peace in your provisions for me. Strengthen me and my faith to know that You and your ways are always “enough.” Thank you for Your love. Amen.
Amen to your prayer! ❤
Materialism and wanting the next fashionable item and trying to stay young seduces me.
As I looked into this the God-given longing with these is belonging, security, significance and eternity. This is exactly what I desire most
The LORD’S lamp sheds light on a person’s life, searching the innermost parts. Proverbs 20:7
❤ Thank you for sharing your heart, Jennifer.
Oh yes, I spent many years and money having all the clothes and stuff! So funny now, don’t care but a small inkling.. Its just money out the window because it’s not lasting. Although it is good to feel good about yourself, it just shouldn’t be to keep up with the jones. Oh, how our moms tried to drill in “it’s the inside that counts!” Wisdom.
Thank you for sharing. I struggle with this as well
I know I want my steps ordered by the Lord! He alone!
BG verse Psalm 119:165
Great peace have those who love Your law, And nothing causes them to stumble.
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He is the God who sees all.
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Psalm 20:27
The spirit of a man is the lamp of the Lord,
Searching all the inner depths of his heart.
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Deuteronomy 28:14
So you shall not turn aside from any of the words which I command you this day, to the right or the left, to go after other gods to serve them.
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… or be enticed by their seductive ways. His commandments are always for our good.
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VICTORIA E – so good to see you!❤️ Praying for your family in these challenges and difficulties, may the Lord guide you and give you with wisdom & endurance needed
CEE GEE ❤️ thank you for the MacArthur quote
“The fear of the Lord is a state of mind in which one’s own attitudes, will, feelings, deeds, and goals are exchanged for God’s…”
And His everything is perfect: attitude, will, feelings, deeds, goals, you name it.
I figured you would share that BG verse, but was going to if you didn’t! ❤
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Psalm 20:27 stood out to me to. Beautiful imagery!
Great verse from Deuteronomy, too. Perfect timing!
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Still praying! ❤❤❤
Amen! Thank you for the scriptures Searching!
Proverbs 20:27 was also in my Bible reading today! Love Ps 119:165!
Praying for all!
Father help me to remain steadfast I. Faith, to not sin against you. In Jesus name, Amen
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God directs our steps…he will help us to avoid evil. Know God’s word.
Yep, the answer to everything- know God’s word!! Our instructions for life.
Ampathy is the pull of seduction most in my life. Some days it is just easier not to care about the evil and the chaos in this world. What can I really do about any of it anyway?
I think is comes from the God-given longing to be content in every circumstance; to trust Him to work it all out to His glory.
Proverbs 24:19-20
“Don’t be agitated by evildoers, and don’t envy the wicked.
For the evil have no future;
the lamp of the wicked will be put out.”
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This encourages me to return to the Lord’s wisdom that brings life and one day, the end to all evil.
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RHONDA – praying your time with family fiĺls your love tank.
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VICTORIA E – praying the Lord bring peace in the struggles and wisdom in managing them.
Amen, Kelly. “the God-given longing to be content in every circumstance” ….Lord, please guide our focus toward You for this longing.
❤ Amen!
Amen, that’s good. I can struggle with that as well and I appreciate your scripture and all you shared!
I just had a conversation about this with my husband who is often tuned into world events and can get very caught up in worrying about them. Whereas I am usually thinking about what to cook for dinner – I leave the world events to God. There must be a happy medium.
Tami, same here!!! That made me chuckle! :)
Kelly, you taught me a new word! You also identified what I was trying to put into words. The only thing I could think of was desiring peace, but I couldn’t think of that being a seduction. You helped me see that it can be. Iron sharpening iron! ❤ Love you ladies!
Thank you for articulating this so well. I too find myself apathetic and complacent; it’s much easier to just let God be in control without remembering that I am God’s instrument .
I felt better about myself and my lack of seductions until I read your post. Bummer :P Turns out my desire for comfort and peace can be seductions, after all. Thank you for opening my eyes and heart to think about these Proverbs differently❤️
Comfort and peace… me too.
Thank you Kelly! I missed this earlier today! The WiFi is not the best here at our fairgrounds!
Love what you put, I am like that too! Then the next moment Im fighting for Jesus to win this war against evil and reach as many as again!!
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LORD, tune my heart to sing Your praises. May I long for YOU in the night. May I reach for Your Word when I am unsatisfied with this world. You fill my cup with an abundance of joy. You satisfy the desires of my heart. You hear my cries for “more” and incline Your ear to me. You fill me with Your truth, with Your peace when my life is in turmoil. You don’t abandon me. You are with me wherever I go. Thank You, God, for Your kindness, mercy, grace, and compassion; I know I need it all. Thank You, LORD, for providing exactly what I need when I need it. Thank You for seeing me and hearing my cry. You are the best. May nothing fill up my heart and soul but You. In Your precious and matchless Name, Amen.
Amen and amen! Writing this in my journal this morning!
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Beautiful Colleen, thank you for sharing this prayer. ❤️
Amen!
Beautiful prayer, thank you! Amen
Beautiful…amen
Thank you Colleen. Saving this prayer in my notes. You said it perfectly. ❤️
It’s nice to see your name back!
@Victoria E to see you and prayers
Hi Rhonda J! It feels very good to be back.
We are having trouble with the original plans our architect drew of our house. It is discouraging as he drew the stairs incorrectly and now that they are drawn correct, they stick out way farther than we would like. It is having a knock-on effect to other parts of the house. We had this kitchen island that we planned and were looking forward to, but now, we are thinking we have to forget it altogether.
Proverbs 24:3 says “by wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established.” I know this isn’t talking about a physical house, but my husband and I are understanding stair angles and how steep steps have to be. We joke that we should just put in a ladder, but really, we need to be patient and learn and re-adjust. We need to understand why this stairway is taking up most of our house (our house is small, that is why) and not put in something that is dangerous. Anyway, would appreciate prayers for us in decision making. Also prayers on our first day of homeschool with my kids! Thanks for praying for my 6 year old.
So frustrating for you…can the stair run be an L or U shape instead of a staight run?
Maybe look up plans for 2-floor tiny houses to get ideas how to use the stairs as storage so that the space they take up is a benifit.
Continuing to pray for you and your family as the build process moves forward.
We are trying to do a U. Thanks for the ideas and prayers!
Praying, A, for the best layout and resolution for the stairs & island. Great ideas, KELLY (NEO)! Especially spending time looking at plans and even videos of tiny house ideas.
Could a smaller island work, or a pullout with fold down legs for additional counter space?
Praying for homeschool and also your 6 yo.
I am so excited for you as you homeschooling. I homeschooling my son(he’s now 42). It was the best decision we ever made. He now homeschooling my granddaughters. I will keep you in prayer. Join a homeschooling co.op or group …because others can give you tips,and for the fellowship .
Praying for your home, and children. Homeschooling looks challenging but I hear it’s amazing for us and the children. Have been considering it myself. It’s all going to work out.
Can the stairs be “put” in another room? One of my daughters bought an old stone home and we renovated the entire thing and replaced the stairs coming in a different direction. Probably praying for your homeschooling, house plans,already thought of.
My mind immediately went to using a landing. Another thought: could you sacrifice space at the top and not the bottom?
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Prayers for a successful first day of home school and for6 year old. ❤
Sorry to hear about the wrong placement of your steps. I will continue to pray for the progress of your home – praise God the work has begun!
Ooohhh….i can only imagine how frustrating and disappointing that would be. I have no idea how these things work, but have prayed for wise creativity, and professional, reliable direction as you reorient your plans
Praying for a solution that works and is attractive!
Our stairs are very steep for layout reasons as well. I wish they were more “normal” but we’ve gotten used to them. (However, we; do not have littles around.)