Our beloved Lord warns us of the final pitfall of the false reception of His word. The Lord is fully aware of all the pitfalls that can hinder a proper response to His word. He thus speaks to us to guide us in the paths of righteousness and obedience to His commands. May the Holy Spirit evermore guard us against a dishonest response of indolence and inaction, and may He propel us toward an active practice of the words of our Savior and continuance in His narrow way.