Keep me from the snare which they have laid for me, from the traps of the workers of iniquity. Let the wicked fall together into their own nets while I pass by. Psalms 141:9'10 WEB.If you examine a fishing lure closely, you will find a deadly barbed hook concealed within something that appears tasty and harmless on the outside. Much the same way, a trap is a device that is designed to not look like a trap.
In a pit trap, they dig a hole in the ground, place sharp sticks in the bottom, then cover it with branches and leaves to conceal it. In the center of the trap, they may place something tasty to lure the animals there. The unfortunate animal that goes after the bait does not realize that it is a trap until it is too late, and they fall into the pit.
Many things in life look harmless, enticing, and pleasurable, but the end result is bondage. They become a trap. For instance, some recreational drugs may seem like a harmless escape, but they almost always end in some form of addiction. For others, it may be an affair, pornography, or who knows what. There are so many to choose from, but the end result is always bad for us.
God has a plan for you, but the enemy has a counter plan for your life if you go after his lures. All along the path of life are snares and traps set for you with the sole purpose of ensnaring you. It always involves a choice, and God will provide a way out if we listen. When we stumble, we usually know darn well what we are doing.
David also added, "while I pass by," which literally means "while I pass right on by the trap safely!" He was a man who had slipped through many nets with the aid of God. David knew where his help came from.
"For by you, I run against a troop. By my God, I leap over a wall" (2 Samuel 22:30 WEB).
No weapon formed against David prospered, and he served God his entire life. It was not that David was a perfect man. Far from it. But when he stumbled, he would humbly repent and try to live better.
Watch out for the enemy's bait. If it looks like something you want, but you feel that little voice inside warning you, then you better avoid it. If you have already gotten snared, cry out to God who will deliver you. God can get you out of the enemy's trap. He is a delivering God, and He will set His people free, but it is a lot easier if you just don't take the bait.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please help me to avoid the traps in my life. Help me make the right decisions and follow You with my whole heart. Light a new fire within me and draw my heart to You. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!Note: "If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land." (2 Chron 7:14) ~ If you have a prayer need, we are here for you! We and the prayer team are ready to lift you up at our private prayer page:
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In Jesus name I ask this, Amen. Lord Jesus you are my deliverer!
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Thank you Jesus for all your love. Amen
Amen. Thank you God. You are my rock, my guide, my anchor, my everything. I could not do this journey without You. AMEN
Father God Please Help Me To Avoid Any Traps In My Life Amen
Please heavenly father in the name of Jesus Christ I pray. Amen.
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I can relate. For most of my younger life, I was enslaved to eating disorders. I can testify that the only thing that saved me from myself was not a " thing " but a Person: Jesus Christ. Total surrender is difficult and takes a long, long time. But with God, all things are possible.
Thank You Jesus for delivering me from the traps, Amen!
With you help dear Lord, help me to escape snares and traps. I want a daily walk with you Jesus. Amen
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Heavenly Father I am a sinner and I 've been lured many times, I humbly ask You to lead and strengthen me inside out to follow Your will . Never leave me or forsake me, I want to walk with You all the days of my life. In Jesus Christ name I pray, Amen.
Thank you Pastor, please keep us with your devotionals that are an example of what the Lord wants from us. God bless you and Sylvia, Amen.
amen! thank you dear Lord for keeping me safe please, and for my family also, thank you for this devotional so much :)
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Give me knowledge and wisdom. Help me get closer to you dear God. In the name of Jesus Amen
Lord knows that I am a sinner. I have fallen, yet I have gotten back up and repented not to make the same mistake again. God has been my rock and salvation for me to be able to have peace in my soul. He is an awesome God and I am always thankful for His forgiveness and tender mercies.
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