Much illness is brought about by our own carelessness and folly. Those guilty of gluttony are inviting trouble. But there are various forms of gluttony as well as degrees thereof. There is an intemperance of quality as well as of quantity. Those with weak chests should not needlessly expose themselves to the night air.
Wet shoes are to be removed as soon as possible if colds are to be avoided.
If we ignore the dictates common prudence then we may easily discover what has injured and how to correct it. Seek to ascertain the moral cause thereof. If conscience be allowed to do her work the probability is we shall soon be made aware that there is an Achan in our camp, an Achan which must be dealt with unsparingly if we are to enjoy the smile of the Lord again. Prayerfully seek the help of the Holy Spirit. Though there may be nothing in my outward conduct for which the Lord is chastising me, yet it is likely there is something within against which He is intimating His displeasure and for which He requires me to humble myself.