(Proverbs 8:1-4) A failure to obtain wisdom is a failure of the individual. Wisdom wants to be seen; she wants to be heard and therefore makes herself accessible. (V1) She cries out and lifts up her voice. She does not do so in a dark corner or back alley, rather, (V2) she stands on top... Continue Reading →
The father's instruction to his son in the first four verses of Chapter 7 encourages him to be active in developing an intimate relationship wisdom. Keep, treasure, bind, write, say, and call. With the words, keep, treasure, bind and write, the following actions are encouraged. Keep- to build a hedge as with thorns around the... Continue Reading →
Proverbs 6:6-11 The ways of the ant are deemed wise. Her intelligence is seen in the simple acts of providing and gathering. When observing ants, they always seem to be rushing back and forth. This is not random, there is a purpose to their hurrying about. The ant prepares herself for that which is to... Continue Reading →
“For the lips of an immoral woman drip honey and her mouth is smoother than oil…” (Proverbs 5:3) The immoral woman of Proverbs 5 appears very desirable. The thought of fulfilling the lust of the flesh is like an addict craving a drug to achieve the high their body yearns for. Initially, it provides carnal... Continue Reading →
In Proverbs 4:5-9 the message of the Father to the son is, get wisdom and understanding. “Do not forget her, do not forsake her, love her, exalt her and embrace her.” Wisdom is something that the Father wants the son to hide deep within his heart. (Proverbs 4:7) Wisdom is the principal thing. The Hebrew... Continue Reading →
In Proverbs 3:13-18 the value that godly wisdom offers surpasses anything that this world may. Her profit is better than silver and gold, she is more valuable than rubies and anything that man may desire, cannot compare to her. She offers longevity of life, not necessarily a long life here upon this earth but rather,... Continue Reading →
There is a contrast of paths spoken of in Proverbs 2. Paths of justice, paths of uprightness, devious paths, paths of the dead, paths of life, and paths of righteousness. The instruction of the father in Proverbs 2 is intended to help us choose the godly path of justice, uprightness, life and righteousness, while abstaining... Continue Reading →
Paul lists several behaviors that could disqualify one from inheriting the Kingdom of God. Although this list is not exhaustive, these actions, along with others mentioned in Galatians 5 as "works of the flesh," result in loss of the inheritance. Being born again in Christ is best because, in our former state, we are not... Continue Reading →
The teachings of Christ were seen as offensive by some. Consequently, there were individuals who sought to silence anyone who would promote Christ and speak in His name. For instance, in Acts 3-4, in the name of Jesus, Peter healed a man who was lame. This healing attracted a crowd, prompting Peter to share the... Continue Reading →
Living a life characterized by self-sacrifice should be the natural response to one motivated by the sacrifice of Jesus. "If anyone wishes to follow me, he must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me." Matthew 16:24 These acts of self-denial, cross-bearing, and following are not optional. We are called to a life of... Continue Reading →
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