Contemplative Bible Reading

2 Peter 2:19 (New Living Translation)

They promise freedom, but they themselves are slaves of sin and corruption. For you are a slave to whatever controls you.

This is but one verse and one description in a chapter full of them. The persons described herein “know better.” They are surrounded by those who live for Christ, but they are going the other way.

This verse summarizes the tragedy: they are prisoners of a life that ends in destruction. This is a horrible life. Today is as good as it will ever be. Everything is going down and will continue.

“But they are having fun.”

Really? Every night is a nightmare. Every morning is a hangover. Everyone they know suspects them. They hate everyone in return.

Fun?

Tragedy.

God thank you for your grace.