2 Peter 2:14 · KJV

"Having eyes full of adultery, and that cannot cease from sin; beguiling unstable souls: an heart they have exercised with covetous practices; cursed children:"

King James Version

Passage Context

¹²But these, as natural brute beasts, made to be taken and destroyed, speak evil of the things that they understand not; and shall utterly perish in their own corruption;

¹³And shall receive the reward of unrighteousness, as they that count it pleasure to riot in the day time. Spots they are and blemishes, sporting themselves with their own deceivings while they feast with you;

¹⁴Having eyes full of adultery, and that cannot cease from sin; beguiling unstable souls: an heart they have exercised with covetous practices; cursed children:

¹⁵Which have forsaken the right way, and are gone astray, following the way of Balaam the son of Bosor, who loved the wages of unrighteousness;

¹⁶But was rebuked for his iniquity: the dumb ass speaking with man's voice forbad the madness of the prophet.

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Reflection Questions

How do you guard your heart against covetousness?

What does it mean for you to have eyes full of adultery?

When have you felt tempted to take advantage of someone else's weakness?

Life Application

integrity

Commit to being honest and transparent in your dealings with others.

compassion

Look for opportunities to support those who are vulnerable or struggling.

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