JUNE 1, Psalm 1:1 

Have you ever passed a construction site and noticed the different sign boards put up along the area? What are these signs all about?

Well, some common ones are: “Danger, Keep Out”, “Slow Down”, and “Protective Helmet Zone”. They are often there to warn people of the possible dangers at the construction site and how to avoid them.

The Bible has many passages that act like these signs at a construction site, warning us of spiritual dangers that abound in our lives. Do your parents, siblings, or good friends warn you about evil men? Solomon, the wisest king, wrote in Proverbs 1:10, “My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.”

Psalm 1:1 tells us exactly how to avoid sinners. Firstly, we don’t walk according to their advice. If they say: “Come with us. Don’t tell your parents; they won’t know”, immediately you must realise that they are up to no good. So, do not listen to them.

Secondly, don’t stand or hang around with them and join in their sinful activities. Often they may start meeting at the void decks, playgrounds, or shopping malls. You don’t want to be seen as their friend, so be careful. Also, you don’t want to get in trouble just because you are standing nearby when they are causing trouble.

Thirdly, do not sit with them – that is don’t make yourself at home with them. In other words, don’t be buddies with them. For if you do, sooner or later, you will follow their evil ways!

Thought: “Be ye holy, as I am holy” (1 Peter 1:16).

Prayer: Heavenly Father, teach me not to follow the bad worldly habits of others but always seek to follow the Lord Jesus Christ instead. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.