The Law in 90 Days: Genesis 23-24
SCRIPTURE READING
Proverbs 5:22-23 (ESV); The iniquities of the wicked ensnare him, and he is held fast in the cords
of his sin. He dies for lack of discipline, and because of his great folly he is led astray.
Many of us know people who have wandered away from the faith. There are stories of pastors
and evangelists, even, who have suddenly announced their unbelief to the world, left the ministry
and devastated thousands of devoted followers. When sin is given easy entrance, and repentance
is not a priority in our lives, we fall into bondage. Our sin becomes tangled cords, and the longer
sin is fed and encouraged, the tighter and twisted the cords become. The wicked “die for lack of
discipline” and are led astray by their folly.
The final place where our life’s path leads us is consistent with the nature of the path itself. If we
travel a path of selfishness, wickedness, and hardheartedness, it cannot lead us to an eternity
with Christ, because He is selfless, humble and righteous. Of course this does not mean that we
will never be selfish or do anything wicked. We stumble on our path and even wander off of it
sometimes, but are our heats set on seeking Christ? Do we desire to become more like Him, and
to reflect His image to those around us? Do we really want to be free from our bondages to sin
and rid ourselves of pride and selfish ambition? If we do, then we are journeying on a good path
towards Christ.
We need to live disciplined lives if we are to stay firm in the faith. We need to be faithful as God
is faithful. Daniel went to his window and prayed three times a day. We need to make our time
with the Lord a habit, and as we use these times to draw closer to Him (even if they feel forced
sometimes), they will become water to our souls!
PRAYER and MEDITATION
1. Ask God to show you how He is pleased with your pursual of Him. Really listen for what He
wants to say to you, as His child.
2. How do you need to grow in discipline? Think about your time with the Lord, scheduling, free
time, relationships, etc.
3. Spend some time interceding for those you know who have wandered from God’s path,
or who are struggling to stay firm in their faith. Ask God how you can pray for each person
specifically.
