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That was one of the points taken from Prov 7 this past Sunday morning. Let me paraphrase it. A grown up was watching a group of young people, and noticed one youth in particular who lacked judgment. He was walking down the street of the adulteress, IN THE DIRECTION OF HER HOUSE (Direction determines destination). Suddenly, out of nowhere (right, a big surprise since he was heading her direction), she comes out to meet him. She was dressed like a prostitute and had intentions to "have her way with him." Well if catching his eye with her skimpy attire, wasn't enough, she grabbed him and kissed him. What do you think is going on in his mind? Here is this older "experienced" woman, coming on to him.....surely his ego has just been stroked by this aggressive woman. He already has something to brag about when he hooks up with his buds, later!! But wait!!!! It's not over yet!!! She says she has a meal waiting for them at her house, and: "today I have fulfilled my vows." My word!!! This sexy woman has just come from church, and offered her sacrifice AT THE ALTAR!! Surely this must be planned by the Lord!!! How could this not be from God??? "I came looking for you, and finally found you." WOW, she sure knows how to pour it on. She says she has already prepared the bed for their love-making....and her husband is out of town for quite a while, so they are safe. So "with persuasive words she led him astray; she seduced him with her smooth talk." She took advantage of one of mens' greatest weaknesses. "Now then my sons, do not let your heart turn to her ways or stray into her paths.....her house is a highway to the grave, leading down to the chambers of death." .....Direction Determines Destination. I'm sorry if this may have offended you, but it IS the BIBLE, and it was preached in a conservative and large church. Although the subject was relating to a specific sin, the principle remains the same: whatever direction the various parts of your life are heading, that's where you are going to end up.....sobering thought. While some women might think this is a rare event, I can assure you, it's not.....even in church circles. There is a woman in town, married to a wealthy and well-known business man, who has shamelessly flirted with me in a church service, leaving no doubt in my mind that she was trying to seduce me. I had to bite my toungue and flee youthful lust. So, women, speaking on behalf of the single guys (especially) you know, we need your prayers.....please! Eph 2:10 We are his workmanship (poiema, or poem, or work of art) created in Christ Jesus. God is an artist and you are His masterpiece! |
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9/21/2008 3:08 am |
Hi Gary, I find it easy to flirt, but that is what it is. Innocent flirting, have fun but have a line you will not cross. I do not flirt while in a relationship or while being married, or with someone who is married or in a relationship because that would be inappropriate and dangerous. On the other hand, I was married to an extremely handsome man. Women would come onto him even when my son and I were with him. I would even get messages on our phone answering service. He loved the attention and always said he knows where to draw the line. It seemed that he did not after all. Hence our divorce. He is a good man and a very good father, but played with fire and destroyed our relationship. If you do not act while it is happening and make it clear that you are not available, is it not a matter of keeping a back door opened? Somebody who is obviously out to commit adultery should be addressed in uncertain terms and even deserve a reminder that they are either married or in a relationship and that it is inappropriate. On our way home Quartzsite Arizona Hi and bye Going on a road trip Thanks giving ideas 
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9/20/2008 7:20 pm |
I_Am_1_Rib_Short replies on 9/19/2008 11:12 pm: Hello Skariff I used to drive truck for one of the national railroads in Canada, so I see your metaphor from a different perspective. If I were to take a train from LA to NYC, I just might end up in Miami, if several switchmen make a mistake. Also, consider a round house.....where the locomotive can do a 180 right on the spot. So even on a railroad, options are available. Granted, it takes more effort to get a train going in a wrong direction, but it can be done.....but it will still end up in the direction it is going. It may not be the intended direction, but it is the CURRENT direction that makes the difference. GBY, Gary You're correct, there are opportunities for course correction on railroads, but they are fewer and farther between than on roadways, even if you're operating a 60' semi. Belief in God represents a hospital for sinners, not a museum for saints
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 9/20/2008 5:32 pm |
Amen.
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9/20/2008 10:32 am |
Good post, Gary. My late husband, a minister, always had someone with him when visiting. They knocked on a door to a woman who knew they were coming. She opened the door standing there with an opened bathrobe, nothing else. The other preacher grabbed Dale and said "Run, brother, run...God said 'RUN.'" It is what they did straight to me, laughing, but dead serious. Brother Gary...RUN...and shame on that woman at your church...do not fail to admonish her the next time she does it to you. You are HIS!!  Beth
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9/19/2008 5:02 pm |
I agree with Pen, look up, keep your eyes upon Jesus whether you are a guy or girl, and just as Joseph did, flee temptation. Gary the kind of behavior you observed at church shows what's in her heart, and she too is definitely in need of prayer before it's too late for her. Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness!
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9/19/2008 1:56 pm |
Lots of blogs on sex and evil women latetly so sad we struggle over and over with the same sin !!!!!!!!! Also so sorry your being temptated again and again , satan is so tricky..... IN my opinion women should not flirt at all. IT'S HARD TO BE REJECTED !!!!!!!!! BE AT PEACE GARY
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9/19/2008 11:36 am |
While you're looking up, don't step on a rake and bop yourself in the nose........................  Now, that's funny!!!Seriously....prayers are on their way!!
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9/19/2008 7:39 am |
Don't look ahead as you walk....look up!  Belief in God represents a hospital for sinners, not a museum for saints
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9/19/2008 7:34 am |
It really is a sobering thought. I have met a few guys (my ex included) who claim that a woman's shameless flirting doesn't bother them. Well, my ex proved it DOES!!! No worries! I'll be praying!!   I will never leave you.....
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9/19/2008 6:11 am |
Praying Brother,praying serious prayer for all of us. Time is running out on us..Soon the door of mercy will close..No one want's to hear the words............... IT'S TOO LATE,IT'S TOO LATE...  Lets not play with our salvation..AMEN
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9/19/2008 5:23 am |
It seems to me that direction determines destination only if one is traveling on railroad tracks. If one is traveling on a a street or roadway, there are still options. One can pull over and atop, allowing the other traffic to pass by. One can take a turn, either right of left, and still get back to the road. One can turn around and go in the other direction. All of these can be accomplished while traveling forward. On railroad tracks, no such options are available. Are you traveling on railroad tracks or are you on a road? Christians are like Timex watches. We take a lickin', but We keep on tickin'! Steve 
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9/19/2008 4:31 am |
Don't look ahead as you walk....look up! Penelope Captive of Hope 
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9/19/2008 2:46 am |
It seems to me that direction determines destination only if one is traveling on railroad tracks. If one is traveling on a a street or roadway, there are still options. One can pull over and atop, allowing the other traffic to pass by. One can take a turn, either right of left, and still get back to the road. One can turn around and go in the other direction. All of these can be accomplished while traveling forward. On railroad tracks, no such options are available. Are you traveling on railroad tracks or are you on a road? Belief in God represents a hospital for sinners, not a museum for saints
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