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I often prefer the lighter word of God. The loving side. But then I remember that when we correct, warn, or discipline our children that is also out of love. I came across a verse that is a very stern warning. It hurt/scared me to read it and I wondering if it was to strong to even share it. But after contemplating for several weeks, I felt it was my responsibility to share it.

Proverbs 22:26-27
Do not be a man who strikes hands in pledge or puts up security for debts; if you lack the means to pay, your very bed will be snatched from under you.

Many of us (including me) have gotten ourselves into debt and we’re learning to practice frugality in order to reverse our current standing. Based on today’s scripture, this is a very wise decision. Of course we know this truth but to see it written in God’s word adds a stark realism to it.