The foolish woman invites us in.
Her house void of light and heavy with sin.
The table is set.
She serves only bread and water,
but it appears enticing,
and calls to us like the forbidden fruit.
We eat in darkness,
hiding what we do and who we are.
We settle for less.
Is it because we are selfish?
Is it because we are prideful?
Or is it simply because we do not know how to stop?
Lady wisdom invites us in.
Her house, a temple to God.
The table is set.
She serves meat and wine.
A banquet for even the least of these.
Father we wish to dine with there.
We desire instruction.
We long for wisdom.
We want to humbly take our place,
knowing that we do not deserve a seat.
Father,
give us the courage to walk past the foolish invitations.
They are loud. They are powerful. They are everywhere.
We admit we are comfortable in our own sin,
and we enjoy being at the wrong table.
We obviously do not fear you.
Show us your power, Father.
Show us through your forgiveness,
your mercy,
and your grace.
Guide us to your table, Father.
Humble us.
Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on us. We are sinners.
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