Proverbs 7:4-5 Forming a kinship with wisdom protects you from seduction
Say to wisdom, “You are my sister,”
And call understanding your nearest kin,
That they may keep you from the immoral woman,
From the seductress who flatters with her words. -Proverbs 7:4-5
How do you protect yourself from a seductress? First of all you must realize that the seductress is not a flesh and blood woman. She is a word that comes to appeal to your inner desires. Humans are vulnerable because we want things that we see, we covet many things that we don't posess and we want to demonstrate our worth to others. These desires make us easy prey for the seductress. She knows how to appeal to these desires. People who are devoid of wisdom and understanding cannot see the danger! This is why God begs us to form a close bond with Him and His word. He knows that it will protect us from the enticing trap of those who seek to seduce. We gain power to resist the seductress when we pursue God's wisdom on a daily basis. We must ask God to "Give us this day our daily bread (the ability to apply His word)". When we acquire wisdom and understanding, the words of the seductress fall on deaf ears!
Larry Shepard
Larry is the founder and visionary of the Parable Power Network. His mission is to ignite a passion for God's word and to see the Power in the Parable elevate people to exemplary living.. Larry has served in various Christian ministries for over 40 years; including teaching in Bible Schools and as a Senior Pastor.
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Larry Shepard committed his life to Jesus Christ over 40 years ago. During those years, he worked in evangelistic radio and publishing ministries. He has served as an Education Director, Special Ministries Director, Associate Pastor and as a Senior Pastor. Larry has studied and taught at Cornerstone Theological Seminary. He also developed and taught classes at The Texas Institute of Biblical Studies. Larry worked in Corporate America as an IT professional and developed software for numerous small businesses. He lives in Houston, Texas, and is married and has two children and two grandchildren.
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