We have a new game in our house. I wrap presents and Daisy unwraps them. So far I was lucky that she only took one present from under the tree and untied the ribbon. Daisy is one sneaky dog. She’s very affectionate and smart but when we’re away from home or not looking she takes tissues out of the waste cans and shreds them. Or she pulls a placemat off the kitchen table (she’s tall for a Jack Russell). Although she’s eight years old now she only started this in the past year. She looks so innocent when we’re around and she holds our heart just like out other two dogs. I think sin is a lot like Daisy. It sneaks up and does things to get us in trouble when we’re not really paying attention and guarding against it. It disguises itself in things that are attractive to us and that make us feel good like overspending or drinking or drugs or binge eating. All the presents are up on the counter or table now. We’re on guard. Hopefully we are all on guard against sin’s temptations. Now to get rid of the fruitcake so I won’t eat two pieces at one sitting again……
Precious Lord, we admit we aren’t always on guard against sin. Guide us please in paths of right living and protect us from the temptations of this world that aren’t good for us. Instead draw us into your light and love. We ask in Jesus’ name. Amen.
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