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Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7
Song: Yield Not to Temptation
The devil dons more disguises than Inspector Clouseau. And he seldom wears the same one twice. Only once, that I’m aware, did he dress as a serpent. But I’ve seen him in lots of other attire.
There’s the true blue friend outfit where he shows up when you’re all alone with handkerchief in hand. He says he understands your frustration and that you deserve better. He tells you a plan to get the others back and make them pay.
There’s the shades and trench coat costume where he lurks in the shadows. He tells you that all is clear. “You’re home free now. No one’s watchin’ and you’ll never get another chance like this.”
Occasionally he shows up with a pillow and a tranquilizer. “You’ve done your part,” he says. “Relax for awhile.” “Let someone else do it.” “Don’t let them take advantage of you like that.”
Other times he sits in the recliner with the remote control, the Cable guide, and Blockbuster card. “I hate all this trash they put in the movies now,” he says. “But what can we do about it and what else is there to do tonight anyway?”
The all-time classic is when he shows up with a calendar and a pencil. “Look you’ve got plenty of time to straighten it out,” he says. “Just do it once more. No more after this. You can fix it next week.”
Yes sir, watch out for the devil. He’s sneaky. I just wonder what he’ll be wearing today.
Jason Moore
