“Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 1:13.
8. Why are foolish talking and jesting to be avoided?
“Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient.” Eph. 5:4.
Note.—To indulge in such things is not becoming a Christian. Life, with all its responsibilities and great issues at stake, is too serious a matter to be spent in such vanities.
9. What is the thought of foolishness declared to be?
“The thought of foolishness is sin.” Prov. 24:9.
Note.—Levity, foolishness, light and loose talking, throw us off our guard, and open the way to temptation and sin. To avoid sin, we must be sober and constantly on guard.
10. Why are sobriety and vigilance especially necessary?
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.” 1 Peter 5:8.
11. What other consideration should lead us to sobriety and watchfulness?