Temptation has been described as a criminal who lurks in the background, determined to rob us of our treasures. Temptation may, however, confront us disguised as a friend whose only desire is to give us joy and pleasure. And yet temptation also may be identified as an opportunity that once was perceived as untouchable.
We’re often tempted to equate idleness with the need to rest and relax. I am not implying that rest and relaxation aren’t warranted after a day’s work or on the weekend, but some folks accept laziness as a way of life. An old proverb portrays laziness as the devil's workshop because it opens the door to temptations.
The opposite of idleness is an obsession for busyness to the point of neglecting your health and relationships. Excessive busyness steals away energy that should be devoted to God, family, friends, and rest. Insight and strength are the resources God provides for escaping temptation. Are you available?
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Therefore, see that you walk carefully [living life with
honor, purpose, and courage; shunning those who tolerate and enable evil], not as
the unwise, but as wise [sensible, intelligent, discerning people], making the
most of your time [on earth, recognizing and taking advantage of each
opportunity and using it with wisdom and diligence], because the days are [filled
with] evil.
~Ephesians 5:15-16 Amplified Bible
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