Proverbs 5:21-23 -- On Escaping Our Own Traps

"For the ways of man are before the eyes of the Lord, and he pondereth all his goings.
His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sins.
He shall die without instruction; and in the greatness of his folly he shall go astray."
Proverbs 5:21-23


These verses seem to illustrate the fact that when we choose not to follow God that we are really cursing ourselves... making our own ropes and chains with which we are bound. In addition, we are missing out on the blessings that God offers us, such as his instruction and help.

Today, let's work to free ourselves from the traps that we have laid for ourselves, and look to God for help, remembering that he is trying to save us, not just from external influence, but from the dark consequences of our own choices, if we are willing (with his help) to repent and change.