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Proverbs 7:21–27


21 With persuasive words she led him astray;
   she seduced him with her smooth talk.
22 All at once he followed her
   like an ox going to the slaughter,
like a deer stepping into a noose
   23 till an arrow pierces his liver,
like a bird darting into a snare,
   little knowing it will cost him his life.


24 Now then, my sons, listen to me;
   pay attention to what I say.
25 Do not let your heart turn to her ways
   or stray into her paths.
26 Many are the victims she has brought down;
   her slain are a mighty throng.
27 Her house is a highway to the grave,
   leading down to the chambers of death.


Commentary


Tempted to cheat

This passage describes the power and the dangers of sexual temptation.

  1. Beware persuasive words
    Be careful about what you listen to and what you read: ‘With persuasive words she led him astray; she seduced him with her smooth talk’ (v.21).

  2. Avoid foolish actions
    Thoughts and words lead eventually to actions: ‘All at once he followed her... little knowing it will cost him his life’ (vv.22–23).

  3. Control straying thoughts
    Temptation often starts in our hearts: ‘Do not let your heart turn to her ways the adulteress’ (v.25; see Matthew 5:28).

Heed this warning: ‘Listen... take these words of mine most seriously. Don’t fool around... don’t even stroll through her neighbourhood’ (Proverbs 7:24–25, MSG). Following this path is a ‘highway to the grave, leading down to the chambers of death’ (v.27).


Prayer


Lord, lead me not into temptation, but deliver me from the evil one. Guard my heart, give me discernment and guide my feet.

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