READ: Proverbs 3:11-12, 3:25-26, 14:26-27, 16:3, 18:10
As we continue to
look at wisdom principles, we must not forget that God really matters in all
this. He is the author of wisdom. He is Truth! Or as Proverbs declares, “the
fear of the LORD is a foundation of life, that one may turn away from the
snares of death” (14:27). A proper fear of the Lord requires a regular
consideration of our ways and our choices. Sometimes we need to turn off the
noise in our lives and really spend some time thinking about the path we’re on.
While distractions can sometimes drown out guilt, it doesn’t change the fact
that we’ll stand before Him one day and give account.
Thankfully, He is
our strength in carrying out His Word and Ways. He is a strong tower. He can be
our confidence. God doesn’t just call us to the high standards of Proverbs.
He’s also willing to empower us to live them, IF we walk humbly with Him. And
when we stray? OUT OF LOVE, He will discipline us.
When we’re
disciplined by God, we have a vital choice on how we’ll respond. As Proverbs
suggests, “my son, do not despise the LORD’s discipline or be weary of his
reproof, for the Lord reproves him whom he loves, as a father the son in whom
he delights” (3:11-12). As we’re disciplined, we can thank Him for loving us
enough to get us back on the wonderful path that He has for those who love Him.
Praise God!
JOURNALING AND PRAYER
1.
Spend
some time praising God. Lift up His Name! He deserves it. All that is good and
true and right is from Him. As You praise Him, commit to spending time each day
to praising Him. Don’t let hesitation stop you from cultivating a habit of
praise.
2.
Do
you have a fear of the Lord? Ask God to give you words, thoughts and pictures
that would help you understand what this looks like.
