In the context of the Bible, "attractions" can refer to various elements that draw individuals' attention, interest, or affection. These can be both physical and spiritual, and they often play a significant role in the moral and spiritual life of believers. The Bible provides guidance on how to discern and respond to different attractions, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's desires with God's will.

Physical Attractions:

Physical attractions often pertain to the allure of beauty, wealth, or material possessions. The Bible acknowledges the existence of such attractions but warns against allowing them to lead one away from God. In Proverbs 31:30, it is stated, "Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised." This verse highlights the transient nature of physical beauty and the importance of valuing godly character above outward appearances.

The account of David and Bathsheba (2 Samuel 11) serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of succumbing to physical attraction. David's desire for Bathsheba led to adultery and a series of sinful actions, demonstrating how unchecked attractions can result in severe consequences.

Spiritual Attractions:

Spiritual attractions refer to the draw towards spiritual truths, practices, or experiences. The Bible encourages believers to seek after spiritual attractions that lead to a deeper relationship with God. In Psalm 42:1, the psalmist expresses a deep longing for God: "As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul longs after You, O God." This verse illustrates the positive aspect of spiritual attraction, where one's desire is directed towards God and His righteousness.

Conversely, the Bible warns against false spiritual attractions that can lead believers astray. In 2 Corinthians 11:14, Paul cautions, "And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light." This serves as a reminder to discern carefully between true and false spiritual attractions, ensuring that one's focus remains on Christ and His teachings.

Worldly Attractions:

Worldly attractions encompass the temptations and desires associated with secular life, such as the pursuit of power, fame, and pleasure. The Bible frequently warns against the dangers of being drawn away by these attractions. In 1 John 2:15-17, believers are admonished, "Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world."

The account of the rich young ruler (Matthew 19:16-22) exemplifies the struggle with worldly attractions. Despite his desire for eternal life, the young man could not part with his wealth, illustrating how worldly attractions can hinder one's spiritual journey.

Attractions to Sin:

The Bible acknowledges that attractions can lead to sin if not properly managed. James 1:14-15 explains, "But each one is tempted when by his own evil desires he is lured away and enticed. Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death." This passage underscores the progression from attraction to temptation, and ultimately to sin, highlighting the need for vigilance and self-control.

Believers are encouraged to resist sinful attractions by relying on God's strength and guidance. In 1 Corinthians 10:13, Paul assures, "No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it."

Conclusion:

The Bible provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and responding to various attractions. By prioritizing spiritual attractions that draw one closer to God and exercising discernment and self-control, believers can navigate the challenges posed by physical, worldly, and sinful attractions.

Letter xxi. --Different Attractions of Grace.
... SECOND BOOK: ON THE EXERCISE OF THE VIRTUE OF ABANDONMENT Letter XXI."Different
Attractions of Grace. ... On the different attractions of grace. My dear Sister,. ...
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How Our Saviour's Loving Attractions Assist and Accompany us to ...
... OF DIVINE LOVE. CHAPTER XXI. HOW OUR SAVIOUR'S LOVING ATTRACTIONS ASSIST
AND ACCOMPANY US TO FAITH AND CHARITY. Between the first ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter xxi how our saviours.htm

That Divine Inspirations Leave us in Full Liberty to Follow or ...
... I leave on one side those all-powerful vocations, and holily violent attractions
by which God has brought some elect souls from the extremity of vice to the ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter xii that divine inspirations.htm

Thoughts for the Clergy on the Amusement Question.
... Thousands are freely expended to invest the bar room and the gambling hall with
the cozy attractions of the parlor. The harlot's palace opens wide its doors. ...
/.../vincent/amusement a force in christian training/thoughts for the clergy on.htm

Of Mortification
... Hence it is, that those, in whom the attractions of grace are very powerful, find
the outward man altogether weak and feeble, and even liable to faintings. ...
/.../guyon/a short and easy method of prayer/chapter x of mortification.htm

Of Conversion
... is rarified and rendered pure, the vapour, indeed, contributes to its exhalation
only by its passiveness; but the soul co-operates with the attractions of God ...
/.../guyon/a short and easy method of prayer/chapter xi of conversion.htm

Death to Sin through Christ
... But right over against this, to be dead to sin, must be to be indifferent to its
attractions"beyond the reach of its influence"as fully removed from its ...
/.../finney/sermons on gospel themes/xxiii death to sin through.htm

Of Rapture, and of the First Species of It.
... And although the attractions by which God draws us be admirably pleasing, sweet
and delicious, yet on account of the force which the divine beauty and goodness ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter iv of rapture and.htm

Distrust of Self.
... It is given by all the crosses sent by Providence, by the action of present duties,
by certain attractions, which have in them no good beyond that of not ...
/.../de caussade/abandonment to divine providence/section iv distrust of self.htm

Supernatural Prudence.
... and His enemies the agents, and in which it has nothing to do but to peacefully
observe the work of God, and to follow with simplicity the attractions He gives ...
/.../abandonment to divine providence/section vi supernatural prudence.htm

Attractions (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Attractions (1 Occurrence). Job 38:31 Dost thou bind sweet
influences of Kimah? Or the attractions of Kesil dost thou open? (YLT). ...
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Attractive (6 Occurrences)

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Evolution
... And upon the whole, theory that there is an inner difference between vitality and
physico-chemical attractions and affinities is supported by certain obvious ...
/e/evolution.htm - 39k

Queen (59 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) A woman eminent in power or attractions; the highest of her kind; as, a
queen in society; -- also used figuratively of cities, countries, etc. ...
/q/queen.htm - 44k

Kesil (3 Occurrences)
... chambers of the south. (YLT). Job 38:31 Dost thou bind sweet influences of
Kimah? Or the attractions of Kesil dost thou open? (YLT). ...
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Kimah (2 Occurrences)
... chambers of the south. (YLT). Job 38:31 Dost thou bind sweet influences of
Kimah? Or the attractions of Kesil dost thou open? (YLT). ...
/k/kimah.htm - 7k

Ornament (23 Occurrences)
... But everywhere, in divine injunctions, the emphasis of value is placed upon the
beauty of holiness as an inward grace rather than on the attractions of outward ...
/o/ornament.htm - 17k

Daphne
... It was a place of great natural beauty, and the Seleucid kings spared no outlay
in adding to its attractions. The precincts enjoyed the right of asylum. ...
/d/daphne.htm - 8k

Color (18 Occurrences)
... (2) Their religious laws: These forbade expression in color or form (Exodus 20:4).
Yielding to the attractions of gorgeous display was discouraged by such ...
/c/color.htm - 39k

Court (172 Occurrences)
... (vt) To attempt to gain; to solicit; to seek. 16. (vt) To invite by attractions;
to allure; to attract. 17. (vi) To play the lover; to woo; as, to go courting. ...
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