The subtle beginnings

The subtle beginnings of self-indulgence!

We do many things which to our own eyes appear innocent and harmless — but which have in them a hidden evil which we cannot see.

We indulge ourselves in many things which do not appear sinful to us — but which leave on our soul a touch of blight , and a soiling of purity — of which we do not dream!

We permit ourselves many little habits in which we see no danger — but which are silently entwining their invisible threads into a strong cable which may some day bind us hand and foot!

We spare ourselves self-denials and sacrifices, thinking there is no reason why we should make them, unaware that we are lowering our standard of holy living, and permitting the subtle beginnings of self-indulgence to creep into our hearts!

"Blessed is the man who does not . . .

walk in the counsel of the wicked,

or stand in the way of sinners,

or sit in the seat of mockers!"

Psalm 1:1 

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