I can't remember who is the author of this saying, but it is powerful; "You can't keep a bird from flying over your head but you can keep it from landing on your head and building a nest in your hair." This was spoken in reference to temptation and sin.
The whole devo is about the issue regarding temptation and sin. Is temptation sin? The answer is no... we just need the strength and wisdom to recognize the birds flying over and keep them from landing.
So, maybe we need to become the best ornithologists we can become... so that we don't fall into sin.
God bless you,
PJ
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Temptations come every day and I never know what it will be. One of the things I have learned over the years is that through my past rebellion, I have created avenues of temptation that Satan uses against me on a frequent basis. Since he knows I have weaknesses in certain areas, he throws those at me. Thankfully God has promised we can not be overcome by temptation. We always have a way out. It is my choice to turn away or not. The more I refuse to yield to temptation the stronger I become. Yet, I must be careful that I do not allow pride in my strength become a temptation in itself. Satan is so sneaky. God, on the other hand, is up front and open in His promise to be there for me. Thank you, Father, for being with me on a daily basis.
ReplyDeleteGreat insight from Richard! Right on!
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