Wednesday 16/5/12

Proverbs 21:6 ESV

The getting of treasures by a lying tongue

is a fleeting vapor and a snare of death.



People often lie, cheat and do evil things for some gains. However, in this verse, God warns us those treasures gained by wickedness are all fleeting vapor - they easily vanish to thin air. Even worse, they are the snare of death which can trap & destroy us. Think of all the wicked governors, lawless robbers, or cheaters, they are blinded by temporal gains and are trapped and ruined, only to find their wealth vanish.

On the other hand, righteousness and kindness bring life and lasting honors. Wealth rightly and slowly accumulated are enduring. Those who know God should strive for these.