God's Glory Church

“The bread of untruth is sweet to a man, but his mouth will be filled with sand.” — Proverbs 20:17

In Germany, thieves stole a refrigerated trailer with more than 20 tons of chocolate. The value of the stolen sweets was estimated at $80,000. Local police have appealed to anyone who is offered large amounts of chocolate through non-traditional channels to report it immediately. Of course, those who stole a huge amount of sweets will face bitter and unpleasant consequences if they are caught and prosecuted!

The book of proverbs confirms this principle: “The bread of unrighteousness is sweet to a man, but his mouth will be filled with sand” (Prov. 20:17). The things we obtain in an unfair way may at first glance seem sweet – spiced with excitement. However, over time the taste wears off and our deception leaves us with nothing and in trouble. The bitter consequences of guilt, fear, and sin can destroy our lives and reputations. “Even a young man will be known by his ranks – whether his rank is pure or simple” (v. 11). Therefore, let our words and actions reflect a pure heart devoted to God, not the bitterness of selfish desires.

If temptation comes, we ask God to strengthen us and help us to remain faithful to Him. It can help us look beyond the short-term “sweetness” of temptation and direct us to carefully consider the long-term consequences of our choices.

Has temptation led you to bitter consequences? How to remain faithful to God?

Dear God, I need Your strength to overcome temptations and remain faithful to You.

Author: Marvin Williams