I am using the daily Bible reading schedule from “The Bible.net” for my daily Bible reading.

Today, I am reading and commenting on Proverbs 5-8.

    Every time I read the passages in Proverbs about staying away from the immoral woman, I am struck by the women I have seen lured in by men who behave the same way. Whether you are a man or a woman, there are people who will seductively try to convince you that sexual promiscuity is not a bad thing. They will try to entice you with the pleasures of sex, but do not be fooled. The pleasure of sex with various people does not measure up to the contentment and joy which comes from a relationship with one person for whom one reserves all of your sexual behavior.

    The writer reminds us that wisdom is there for anyone who will seek it. And to aid in that endeavor he provides us with some guidelines about what wisdom is, and is not. Wisdom is honest and truthful. Wisdom is closely accompanied, and closely accompanies, good judgment, knowledge, and discernment. Wise advice is wholesome. Wisdom is not, and does not advise, lying and deceit. It is straightforward and clear. The wise speak plainly. Wisdom is more valuable than any amount or type of material wealth. The wise work hard and gather resources while they are able. The wise respect God’s laws and commands. The foolish practice deception and/or commit adultery. The wise choose celibacy or monogamy.