JUST SAY NO

 

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

 

JUST SAY NO

 

Prov 1:9

10 My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.

 

Prov 13:20-21

20 He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.

21 Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed.

 

          I have observed freshly caught criminals saying, “I didn’t do nothing man!”, when it is clear that they did do something, man. We are adept at blaming others for our downfall when it is clear that we had a choice and that we chose foolishly. We are responsible for our own behavior and are held accountable.

 

          Right behavior is more than simple obedience. It is a safeguard against trouble. Speed limit signs are posted as a help to us. We see the sign and glance at our own speed. It is at that moment we have a decision to make. We may continue speedily onward without consequence, or we may meet a new friend who asks to see our license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance.

 

          Right behavior is often for the benefit of others. We may think that our behavior poses no threat to our safety, but we also need to consider whether it poses a danger to others. What we consider reasonable speed may be reckless behavior in a school zone where children play.

 

Prov 4:14-15

14 Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men.

15 Avoid it, pass not by it, turn from it, and pass away.

 

Dear Lord, let me walk wisely today, considering others. AMEN