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A Natural Lesson On Spiritual Battles
Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Jan 8, 2024 (message contributor)
In the Australian bush country grows a little plant called the "sundew." It has a slender stem and tiny, round leaves fringed with hairs that glisten with bright drops of liquid as delicate as fine dew.
Woe to the insect, however, that dares to dance on it. Although its attractive clusters of red, white, and pink blossoms are harmless, the leaves are deadly.
The shiny moisture on each leaf is sticky and will imprison any bug that touches it.
As an insect struggles to free itself, the vibration causes the leaves to close tightly around it. This innocent-looking plant then feeds on its victim.
What a natural illustration of the spiritual battles we face with temptation!
- Precept Austin
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