Turn From the World’s Pleasures

“...choosing rather to endure ill-treatment with the people of God, than to enjoy the passing pleasures of sin.” Hebrews 11:25

Moses’ choice led him to turn his back on the pleasures of the world, “choosing rather to endure ill-treatment with the people of God, than to enjoy the passing pleasures of sin.” 11:25 Did you know Scripture acknowledges that sin is fun? Sin is fun - but only for a season. Job 20:5 says, “The triumphing of the wicked is short, and the joy of the godless momentary.” The enjoyment of sin does not last.

God calls us to holiness. Moses chose holiness. What will you choose? Don’t sacrifice the blessings of eternity for the sake of the world’s passing prestige and pleasure. And don’t let the devil tell you that you can make that choice later...“you got time...enjoy yourself while you’re young.” Listen, the devil is a liar, and he wants to destroy you. The pleasures of the world can trap you and then trap you again, until they become more important than the things of God. I cannot tell you how many people I have known over the years who wanted to tell me they could handle what they were delving into. You play with fire, you will get burned. It’s just not worth it.

What little temptation are you taking lightly now? Remember this, the devil never pays what He promises.