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9:13 The foolish woman is clamorous; `She is' simple, and knoweth nothing. 9:14 And she sitteth at the door of her house, On a seat in the high places of the city, 9:15 To call to them that pass by, Who go right on their ways: 9:16 Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither; And as for him that is void of understanding, she saith to him, 9:17 Stolen waters are sweet, And bread `eaten' in secret is pleasant. 9:18 But he knoweth not that the dead are there; That her guests are in the depths of Sheol. If you wouldst live long, live well, for folly and wickedness shorten life. Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790)
LAB comments: There is something hypnotic and intoxicating about wickedness. One sin leads us to want more; sinful behaviour seems more exciting than the Christian life. That is why many people put aside all thought of wisdom's sumptuous banquet (9:1-5) in order to eat the stolen food of foolishness. Don't be deceived--sin is dangerous. Before reaching for the FORBIDDEN FRUIT, take a long look at what happens to those who eat it. My comments: Our minds must be filled with healthy thoughts in order to live well. To live well is to live right. If there is any sinful thoughts, we need to get rid of them immediately from moment to moment. If we are pregnant with the wrong wicked thoughts, it is a matter of time we give birth to evil actions.
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