I absolutely adore verses 1-6. It is so encouraging to be given ways the book of Proverbs will enrich your life. The simple will have prudence. The wise man will increase learning. Even the young will be given knowledge and instruction. What a blessing to those who are seeking wisdom.
When I was in HS I saw a patch on someones backpack that said "Fear God." I remember thinking that they had it all wrong. Why would we fear God? I thought they were mocking God. I was with a friend at the time, who told me that it was something in the Bible. It wasn't until many years later that I understood the gospel and the reverent fear that comes from serving an all knowing God. I often think of that day and how God planted the seed in my heart. "Fear of God is the beginning of knowledge." Let's just say it was a slow beginning for me, but a beginning nonetheless.
If sinners entice you... and oh how they did for a long while. It would have been so nice to know these verses earlier in my life. So much sin enticed me, everything from mobsters to drug dealers, I was always absolutely fascinated and wanting to know more. I could give first hand accounts of why to stay far from sinners, but the truth was always here for me to find without any personal experience. That never ceases to amaze me. There are truths I have come to find out on my own, but the Bible had the answers all along. Foolish me, always enduring the consequences of my sin.
The amazing thing about wisdom is that it is available to EVERYONE. It is not about common sense or book smarts. It is all about learning to see the world through God's eyes. I hate to think of the fool I have been hating knowledge and having no repentance from my sin. Now, in my quest and desire for wisdom, I am deeply saddened by those seeking wisdom and knowledge who haven't figured out the right path yet. My prayer is that none of us would be fools forever. When we refuse wisdom the consequences can be and most often are devastating. (v24-32) I have known the truth of these verses. If you have not I pray that you never will. If you have then I know you understand grace in a way that deepens your faith immeasurably.
"But whoever listens to me will dwell safely, And will be secure without fear of evil." Proverbs 1:33
May we all listen to wisdom so that we may dwell safely and secure.
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2 comments:
That last verse you quoted was the one that stood out to me most late last night when I finally got around to reading Prov 1. It is refreshing that we dont have to fear evil and that we can rest in His safety if we will only listen to Him. (Am I quoting this accurately?) Anyways, sometimes late at night I begin thinking of all the wickedness in this world and am tempted to fear- for myself and for my girls- especially with Daddy working at night... but thats a promise that I want to hold onto!
What a blessing it is that we can have confidence in the Lord as our great Protector, even when our husbands aren't home at night!
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