Ephesians 5:6
Ephesians 5:6
Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience.
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Our world is filled with men without the knowledge of God. This lack of knowledge gives them the liberty to act contrary to the laws of God and commit terrible sins. Their consciences are darkened, and so they don't seem to know the difference between good and evil. They are concerned about pleasing themselves and satisfying their selfish desires. We seem to be losing our sense of morality. Immorality and sensuality have become the new order. Music, clothing, movies, musical videos, and adverts all promote it. Vices that were considered degrading and immoral are becoming acceptable. People practice evil and are not remorseful. As long as they remain in their sin, the wrath of God rests imminently upon them, irrespective of their reputation or what they have acquired. As believers, we are to influence the world's culture with that of the kingdom. We must not be carried away by the dividends of sin or compromise our faith in God. We should not be caught up in the deceitfulness of sin nor take it lightly. Instead, we should flee evil.
Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You for making me a recipient of Your mercies by faith in Jesus. I am thankful because I know You, and I am grateful for the privilege of being called Your child. Lord, help me be conscious of the craftiness and subtlety of sin and empower me to say No when temptation comes strong. Let me be sensitive to the Spirit, and give me a discerning heart to examine every suggestion. I subdue the motions of flesh in my life and pray that my spirit man is strengthened to recognize and reject the Devil's devices. In Jesus's name I pray. Amen.