Proverbs 5:15-17 "Drink waters out of thine own cistern, and running waters out of thine own well. (16) Let thy fountains be dispersed abroad, and rivers of waters in the streets. (17) Let them be only thine own, and not strangers' with thee."
It seems that Solomon is taking experiences from his own life in writing these
words. He had allowed himself to be carried away with the religious systems of
diverse nations. He became enamored with women from other nations. He took them
to be his wives and allowed them to bring their gods with them into his
house. We read in 1 Kings 11:3, "... he had seven hundred wives,
princesses, and three hundred concubines: and his wives turned away his
heart." This took place over a period of time as Solomon became more
accustomed to these gods being around. No doubt, he observed the worship of
these women and eventually decided there was some sort of substance to their
religion. He began to "drink from the wells and cisterns of
strangers." If you will read between verses 1 and 17, you will see
that placing our dependence upon things rather than staying focused on God will
drain us of honor and contentment of life. Things of this world will
not... they cannot satisfy the hungering soul within. The true satisfaction in
life comes from walking with our Lord and drinking the spiritual water that
comes only through our Lord Jesus Christ. Do not be deceived into thinking the
world has answers to our struggles. Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the
life!