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TEXTS: PROV 23:26-28

         Solomon, the wise one pleads in these three verses for attention to and heed of his advice: that adultery is like sinking into a deep and narrow pit-trap, which the unwary and careless falls into. There is always regret, shame and discomfort (even incapacitation) resulting from sin. Sometimes these consequences rub off others who may not be directly involved. Paul’s reminder that bodies now belong to Christ should be taken seriously (1 Cor 6:15-20). We must deliberately and constantly offer our bodies as living sacrifices to God (Rom 12:1).

Often temptations come because we posture and position ourselves to be tempted, (Jas 1:13-14). We must be careful where we go and what we do with the members of our body. When

Temptations come, we must learn to draw strength not to yield from the Scriptures and with the help of Holy spirit, PRAYER: Dear God, strengthen me in the inner man to prevent my straying into and yielding to temptations and seductions, and keep me by your Spirit in Jesus name