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  THE OCCASIONS AND ALLUREMENTS OF SIN
  by Thomas Brooks
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Summary: Sin may seem pleasant at first, but it ends in pain and
destruction.

Topics: "Consequences of Sin", "Sin", "Temptation"
Scripture References: James 1:14

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Thomas Brooks emphasizes the dangers of engaging with the occasions and
allurements of sin, warning that those who flirt with temptation while
praying for deliverance are acting foolishly. He illustrates this with
the analogy of someone putting their finger in fire and expecting not to
get burned. Brooks cautions that even seemingly pleasant temptations can
lead to severe consequences, ultimately proving to be more harmful than
anticipated. The sermon calls for a proactive approach to avoid sin
rather than a reactive one after falling into it.

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He who ventures upon the occasion of sin and

then prays, "Lord, lead me not into temptation,"

is like him who thrusts his finger into the fire,

and then prays that it may not be burnt.

He who will not fly from the occasions and

allurements of sin, though they may seem

ever so pleasant to the eye, or sweet to the

taste--shall find them in the end more sharp

than vinegar, more bitter than wormwood,

more deadly than poison.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/thomas-brooks/the-occasions-and-allurements-of-sin/
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