Bible Chapter: Proverbs 5 & 6

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    How many parents have pleaded with their sons to listen to their instructions. They have pleaded for them to listen and not turn aside from what they say.  We find here pleading to listen to them regarding the importance of living a faithful and moral life.  The adulteress may be very tempting and beautiful, but she will only lead you to destruction.  So, stay faithful and be only drawn to your own wife.  And, the instructions go on.  Don’t be involved in anything foolish, but learn the importance of hard work.  Laziness only leads to poverty.
    Look at the things that God hates: a proud look, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick running to evil, a false witness, one who sows discord among brethren.  This is quite a list.  And, considering that it says that God hates these things, it is vital to listen and apply these truths in life.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    There are two very strong warnings in these chapters regarding Godly morality and faithfulness in marriage. These are so important to remember and apply.  We live in a culture that is more and more mocking the thought of following God’s ways in marriage and faithfulness in marriage. And, we are seeing the consequences of those attitudes. God knew what He was doing when He gave us those instructions regarding marriage and rejecting adultery. There are great blessings that God has put in marriage that nothing can replace.

3.  How can I help someone?
    The challenge for the reader to work and consider his ways is a challenge that our modern world needs. God’s plan is for us to understand the blessings of work and not be afraid of it. I want to help people understand that a willingness and desire to work is always better than an expectation that someone should simply take care of them.