Deception is a wonderful thing when one gets away with his deceit. But what happens when he is found out? Or is he truly satisfied when he receives his goods through deceit?
"Food gained by deceit is sweet to a man, but afterword his mouth will be filled with gravel." Proverbs 20:17, Amplified
This food can be anything gained by deceit. What he is doing is looking for fulfillment. As he basks in his prize, it is sweet for him. He has attained something that he desired without the means of hard work. But the thrill of it lasts for only so long. What the verse implies is that the satisfaction does wear off. He will need more to satisfy himself. The same can be said of any kind of sin. Sure, a little makes one feel good, but soon more and more debase things will be viewed by the sinner because the old satisfaction is not enough.
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