You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife. — Exodus 20:17
Why would we think that a gift from the devil is better than a gift from God? The whole point of this commandment is this: God gives good gifts.
There have been times in my marriage when I couldn’t figure out what drug induced me to say, "I do." This is usually the time when the devil brings out the dessert tray and whispers, "See what you’re missing!"
We all know, I hope, that there’s nothing but candy-coated poison on that tray.
But what is God getting at here, when he tells us to refuse the devil’s gift?
I think the main point is to take a second look at what you already have. In my case, when I stop trying to get my wife to be a little god who is burdened with meeting needs in me she was not designed to meet, and just let her be my wife, I have it pretty good. In fact, the longer I look at this custom-designed gift from God to me, the more I realize I have it real good.
God, open our eyes to see the goodness of Your gifts to us.
Be encouraged!
Dwight
Dwight Clough is the author of four Christian books and is an active member of Lake City Church in Madison. This devotional is also available via email and you may review the archives back to 2002. Dwight and his wife Kim provide prayer ministry for inner healing / transformation and coaching in prayer ministry. He is available to speak to your group or church. To contact Dwight or Kim, use their contact form. You may also support their ministry.