Proverbs

Good Morning,

Proverbs 1:1-7 (NIV)
The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:
for attaining wisdom and discipline;
for understanding words of insight;
for acquiring a disciplined and prudent life,
doing what is right and just and fair;
for giving prudence to the simple,
knowledge and discretion to the young-
let the wise listen and add to their learning,
and let the discerning get guidance-
for understanding proverbs and parables,
the sayings and riddles of the wise.
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge,
but fools despise wisdom and discipline.

I know that at some time during December I mentioned that it would be a very good idea to read the Book of Proverbs, one chapter per day, during January of this new year. I know that I sent along a message that said why we ought to be doing that...I think it was in early December. But, I also know that we all need a reminder from time to time and today is just that sort of reminder.

I took my own advice...or, um, maybe God's advice?...and have been doing exactly that, reading Proverbs one chapter per day. I wanted to take this moment in time to just mention once again the why that we should do this small task. That would be what we read in today's Scripture verses: The reasons WHY we ought to read, and then maybe re-read, what God has for us in the Book of Proverbs that He gave to us through Solomon.

These first seven verses of Proverbs tells us pretty clearly why it's a very good idea for us to read this Bible book. Look at what God says, the reasons to read what Solomon wrote down. Take a moment and read these short verses again, please. I think that you will agree that the words we read are more than well worth the time and effort that we will spend in reading them.

If for no other reason, if we gain nothing else at all in our efforts, God tells us that He will impart wisdom to those who will read and comprehend what He has caused to be written. Think about it. Is there more that one can ask for than to have true wisdom? Doesn't it make sense that if one is truly wise then he or she will also have so much more in life? It certainly does to me.

So, want to get a lot out of life and to be considered someone who is discerning and knowledgeable? Then, I would suggest you start by reading the Book of Proverbs. Then, take the next step by carrying out and living the instructions that are there. If we will do this, my friends, I absolutely believe that our lives will be changed and that we will be blessed beyond anything we could imagine.

Love, peace, and blessings,

David