Nehemiah 5:3 Some also there were that said, We have mortgaged our lands, vineyards, and houses, that we might buy corn, because of the dearth. 4 There were also that said, We have borrowed money for the king's tribute, and that upon our lands and vineyards.
[A.H pp 392] When one becomes involved in debt, he is in one of Satan's nets, which he sets for souls. Abstracting and using money for any purpose, before it is earned, is a snare.
Generosity and charity are noble characteristics, yet they must be exercised with prudence and wisdom, lest adverse, unnecessary outcomes become the end result. Many advertisements include the words hurry, call now, or within the next five minutes, or offer ends soon. What is being done is that they are appealing to the irrational, impromptu, spontaneous side, and quite often, the way the advertisement is worded, could cause persons to believe that if the purchase is not made immediately the world might come to an end.
The prudent, level-headed Christian will weigh the matter carefully and objectively, avoiding the often clutter of hasty words at the end of advertisements that are rattled off at the speed of lightening.
In most cases, if one cannot clearly understand the words being spoken at the end of an advertisement, it means that a snare is most likely being set for our feet, because an honest advertiser would like you to hear and clearly understand that which is being said and advertised.
1st Timothy 4:Now the Spirit speaks expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; 2 Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!