Caught in a Trap
Posted by Dion Todd June 16th, 2024 1,199 Views 25 Comments
Keep me from the snare which they have laid for me, from the traps of the workers of iniquity. Let the wicked fall together into their own nets while I pass by. Psalms 141:9–10 WEB.
If you examine a fishing lure closely, you will find a deadly barbed hook concealed within something that appears tasty and harmless on the outside. Much the same way, a trap is a device that is intentionally designed not to look like a trap.
In a pit trap, they dig a hole in the ground, put sharp sticks in the bottom, then cover it with branches and leaves to conceal it. They may place something tasty in the trap's center to lure the animals there. The unfortunate animal that goes after the bait does not realize it is a trap until it is too late, and they fall into the pit.
Many things in life look harmless, enticing, and pleasurable but result in bondage. They become a trap. For instance, some recreational drugs may seem like a harmless escape, but they almost always end in some form of addiction. For others, it may be an affair, pornography, or who knows what. There are so many to choose from, but the end is always bad for us.
God has a plan for you, but the enemy has a counter plan for your life if you go after his lures. All along the path of life are snares and traps set for you with the sole purpose of ensnaring you. It always involves a choice, and God will provide a way out if we listen. When we stumble, we usually know darn well what we are doing.
David also added, "while I pass by," which means "while I pass right on by the trap safely!" He was a man who had slipped through many nets with the aid of God. David knew where his help came from.
"For by you, I run against a troop. By my God, I leap over a wall" (2 Samuel 22:30 WEB).
No weapon formed against David prospered, and he served God his entire life. It was not that David was a perfect man. Far from it. But when he stumbled, he would humbly repent and try to live better.
Watch out for the enemy's bait. If it looks like something you want, but you feel that little voice inside warning you, then you better avoid it. If you have already gotten snared, cry out to God, who will deliver you. God can get you out of the enemy's trap. He is a delivering God and will set His people free, but it is much easier if you don't take the bait.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please help me to avoid the traps in my life. Help me make the right decisions and follow You with my whole heart. Light a new fire within me and draw my heart to You. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
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Valeri Frank commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Hey all... My Christian friends. I'm calling on all of you to please pray for me 🙏 I became very ill June 8th with very high blood pressure and heart rate. My daughter took me to the ER where I had a seizure. Very, very scary. I still don't know exactly what happened. The Drs couldn't pinpoint the problem. But I know that with God's Grace, this will be resolved and I will recover. Thank you all so much 🙏 If any of you need special prayer, please don't hesitate to call upon me to do so...
Peace and love in Jesus Christ. Val
Marisa Jackson commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Amen 🙏 ❤️🙏❤️🙏!!
Sherry Mccosh
2 months ago
Prayers for you that God almighty will heal you completely. Blessing on you and your family in the name of Jesus Christ!!!
Sherry Mccosh commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Heavenly Father, please help me to avoid the traps in my life. Help me make the right decisions and follow You with my whole heart. Light a new fire within me and draw my heart to You. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
Nell Neathery commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
I accept God's plan for me and turn back on the enemy and also rebuke him away from me, asking that in Jesus' name, Amen Yes, our God is a problem solver, a chain breaker, a way maker, and a deliverer.
Thanks for the prayer Pastor Dion and hello Mrs Sylvia!
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please help me to avoid the traps in my life. Help me make the right decisions and follow You with my whole heart. Light a new fire within me and draw my heart to You. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
Yvette York commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Amen Good Afternoon Everyone Have A Bless Sunday. Happy Father’s Day To All Of The Wonderful Dads Out There
Wanda Pennington commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Yes Lord Jesus, Amen
Liesel aka lisa Wardle commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Amen and Amen, thank you Father for being able to attend today, thank You for RHM, and bless Your holy name for being our Heavenly Father!!! 🙏
Theresa Bright commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Lord please guide me down the right path I all my ways. In Jesus name. Amen
Donald Woodard commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Great word this morning, Thank You! God Bless!
Bella Colliander commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Lord, thank you for your guidance through it all. Amen!
Sylvia Todd commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Good morning, everyone, may you all have a blessed Father's Day celebration 💛!
Candy Laventure commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Caught in a Trap
2 months ago
Amen!
Happy Father’s Day.
Sylvia Todd
2 months ago
Praying for you, sister, and also added your request to the prayer network, so the RHM prayer team can lift you up to Him 🙏!
Debi Burton
2 months ago
Sending prayers for you!
Shara Abel
2 months ago
Saying a prayer for you Valeri for peace and complete healing.
Mp Taylor
2 months ago
Praying for you and complete healing Valeri! *hugs*
Elena Vasquez
2 months ago
Blessings and happy Father's Day to all. May your health improve soon Valeri
Wanda Pennington
2 months ago
Praying for you Valeri
Liesel aka lisa Wardle
2 months ago
Oh, dear Valeri, I kind of understand how you must have felt when all of a sudden out of the blue sky something happens that completely throws you off completely and here you are at the ER, but continue to trust the Lord, your Heavenly Father, who loves you so much!!! Dear Heavenly Father, we lift up and dedicate Valeri to You, into Your healing arms, please direct the physicians involved in her care to find the source of this attack on her health, You are the Great Physician, we put our trust in You, in the name of Jesus we pray, Amen!!!
Sylvia Todd
2 months ago
Praying, sister 🙏!
Dion Todd
2 months ago
Prayed for you this morning, Valeri. 🙏 If you feel led to pray for others, you might consider joining the prayer team here at RHM. Click the prayer link on the side bar to get to the prayer network. Just FYI...