For a man’s ways are in full view of the LORD, and He examines all his paths. The evil deeds of a wicked man ensnare him; the cords of his sin hold him fast. He will die for lack of discipline, led astray by his own great folly.
-Proverbs 5:21-23
Happy Monday! 
The Word of the Lord is powerful. Sharp like a double-edged sword. It can penetrate into the deepest parts of my heart.
1. A man’s ways are in full view of the Lord- The Lord knows all the details of my life and He knows who I am. He knows of all the thoughts I think. I can fool man, but I cannot fool God. He created me and sees me completely. He is El Roi, the God who sees. To recognize God is viewing all I do motivates me to make correct decisions because I ultimately want to please the Lord above pleasing myself.
2. He examines all my paths- {examine(v) which means to inspect closely.}
My God inspects my paths closely. He is concerned about the way I go and what I choose to do. My decisions are what matter and the Lord is expecting me to make the right decisions.
3. The evil deeds of a wicked man ensnare him; the cords of his sin hold him fast.
It is the very decisions and actions of a man that can harm him or and makes him captive. The wrongdoings from his heart are the chains that enslave him causing a cycle of repetitive sin. He is his own enemy. Repentance is the only thing that can release the captive from himself.
4. He will die for lack of discipline, led astray by his own great folly.
{Disciple(n)- training that corrects, molds, or perfects the mental faculties or moral character.} Discipline has the power to bring you life.
To not create a life of discipline will take me nowhere. A price has to be paid. But the great thing is that life can still be enjoyed along the journey. No discipline draws you to the path of ruin.
