Lesson: The Trap of Seduction
Scripture: “Come, let’s drink deeply of love till morning; let’s enjoy ourselves with love! My husband is not at home; he has gone on a long journey. He took his purse filled with money and will not be home till full moon.” — Proverbs 7:18–20
- Context of the Passage
In this chapter, King Solomon is warning young men (and all believers) about the dangers of sexual immorality. He uses the example of a seductive woman who lures a young man into sin with enticing words and promises of pleasure. The woman takes advantage of her husband’s absence to tempt the young man into committing adultery.
- The Tactics of Seduction
The verses reveal common strategies used by temptation:
- Appealing to Pleasure – “Let’s drink deeply of love till morning” (offering instant gratification).
- Creating a False Sense of Safety – “My husband is not at home” (removing the fear of being caught).
- Giving Assurance of Opportunity – “He has gone on a long journey” (claiming there’s plenty of time).
This mirrors how sin often works—it promises enjoyment, removes the fear of consequences, and convinces you that there’s no risk.
- The Spiritual Warning
The rest of Proverbs 7 shows the end result: the young man’s life is destroyed. Verse 27 says:
“Her house is a highway to the grave, leading down to the chambers of death.”
The Bible is clear: sexual sin is not just a physical act—it is a spiritual trap that leads to guilt, broken relationships, and even spiritual death.
- Lessons for Us Today
Guard Your Heart: Temptation begins in the mind before it becomes an action (Proverbs 4:23).
Recognize the Lies of Sin: Sin always promises pleasure but hides the pain that follows.
Flee When Tempted: Joseph in Genesis 39 did not negotiate with temptation—he ran away.
Stay Close to God’s Word: Psalm 119:11 says, “I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.”
Conclusion
Proverbs 7:18–20 is not just an ancient story—it’s a mirror showing how temptation operates in our daily lives. Sin always disguises itself as harmless fun, but in reality, it is a path to destruction. Our protection is staying close to God, being alert to the devil’s schemes, and fleeing from situations that can lead us into sin.
