The Lord gives us these teaching not just for us to hear them and move on. He wants us to remember the words he has spoken, live according to them. To live our life through wisdom, understanding, and knowing right from wrong.
When we know what is right and follow that path, he finds joy in that. He delights in knowing his children are living out what he has said. Allowing them to impact the way we live each and every day, the way we see the world and most importantly how we see him.
He says it is more powerful to be wise than to have might. That is a powerful statement. It is better for us to know things and live right than to express our strength. I think there are times for both but only the wise can discern what is more useful, and when it should be used.
It says self control is like a wall around the city. It is used to protect us and keep us safe. It can be very hard to learn and do but it is worth fighting hard for. It is worth the effort because it is very important in our lives. We are human , we are not perfect but just knowing the value in it and trying our best to grow in it is crucial.
When we are real friends to people we don't just let them ruin their life and watch on the sideline. It is important for us to encourage them, uplift them , spur them on. Be there not just during the good moments but walk with them through the bad time too and carry one another when ones faith is weak. Build up the body of christ.
Our heart is a reflection of who we are. If we are kind to others, we become kind. When we bully others we become bullies. You see what I mean, in other words. You reap what you sow. What you do and spend your time on eventually becomes a part of you. Take a look at the way you do things or why you do them. What do the actions of your life reflect? We are all sinners and we fail and mess up. But we mist never give up. In the end we win, why give up when you know the end result is VICTORY because of our saviour.
In the beginning Adam and Eve hid out of shame for what they had done. They didn't go and tell God what happened. The Lord shows mercy on those who confess and turn from their evil ways. He shows mer y to those who are of a repentant heart.
The Lord gives us his words as protection. He uses these pieces of wisdom to protect us from unnecessary pain and heart ache. He knows what we have faced, what we will face and he knew from the beginning of time what we needed in those times.
God gave us a voice to speak for those who cannot. The Lord gave us a hunger and thirst for justice for a reason. We are made to be holy beings, we are made to desire peace, unity and true justice. One day we will get that , but in the mean time we stand up for what is right, no matter what.
"She is clothed in Strength and dignity and laughs without fear of the future". Wisdom also knows that God is sovereign and in control over everything. The world can be spinning out of control around us but the Lord is our foundation, he is the rock on which ww stand. No storm can stop us, man made thing, no evil spirit. Nothing will stop him from doing anything. He is fully powerful and fully in control , ALWAYS.
Reading through the book of Proverbs has been so insightful. I have been thinking, where has this book been all my life. It has always been here waiting for the time I was meant to read it and learn from it. The time in my life that would help me understand and receive the mist life, hope and peace through his words. I hope that something I have shared has inspired, encouraged or convicted you in some way. As long as God is ultimately glorified that is what matters most.
