Proverbs 6:27
Proverbs 6:27
Can a man carry fire next to his chest and his clothes not be burned?
This rhetorical question illustrates the inevitable consequences of temptation, particularly in the area of moral compromise. Just as carrying fire close to one’s body leads to burns, indulging in sinful desires results in harm. For believers, this verse serves as a powerful warning about the dangers of playing with temptation, encouraging vigilance and self-control. It highlights the importance of wisdom, recognizing that certain actions carry unavoidable consequences. This verse invites us to avoid situations that could lead to sin, understanding that even small compromises can result in significant harm. By choosing to resist temptation and to stay on the path of righteousness, we protect ourselves from spiritual and emotional pain. This verse encourages us to be mindful of our choices, understanding that true wisdom involves steering cl
Matthew 15:19
For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality.
Proverbs 5:15
Drink water from your own cistern, flowing water from your own well.
1 Corinthians 6:16
Or do you not know that he who is joined to a prostitute becomes one body with her?
Leviticus 20:10
If a man commits adultery with another man's wife, both the adulterer and the adulteress are to be put to death.