Exodus 22:16-17
“And if a man entice a maid that is not betrothed, and lie with her, he shall surely endow her to be his wife. If her father utterly refuse to give her unto him, he shall pay money according to the dowry of virgins.” A few sheep, goats or even pieces of silver make insignificant restitution for the purity of a young woman. While modern feminism would chastise us for saying it; girls are often silly, immature, and quick to give their affection for romantic words. The man who would offer this deceitful enticement is a rogue, certainly unworthy of the one he woos. Still, if he has one ounce of shame, one shred of honor, and the permission of her father, he may lawfully make amends. Both participants in this act display faults that are common to man. Every observer of their sin should identify, but never make excuse. Young or old, men must not be slave to every whim of fleshly desire. Today the world makes every justification, even boldly declaring these passions “cannot be tamed”. Of course, this is a ridiculous and shameful lie that succeeds only in reminding us how far we have fallen as a culture. The principle of this law is more than applicable today. Followers of Christ found sinning in this way would do well to examine God’s law for Israel, finding in it righteous advice to restore themselves to Him.
Tags: Exodus, Repentance
November 14, 2008 8:00 am 
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