Reading through the first 4 chapters of Proverbs we find some great advice and wisdom being passed down onto us from Solomon. Out of the first four chapters the third chapter connects with me the most.
The first 12 verses are among my favorite as they pinpoint some great knowledge for Christians to keep at heart. We are given so many different ways to be blessed by our Lord. Letting love and faithfulness rule our hearts and lives, trusting in Him and never trying to live life based on what we think is our own understanding, acknowledge him in every way you can, fearing Him and shunning evil, and honoring him with our wealth. It is made very clear that if we stick to these basic principles are lives will be blessed in every way. We will receive back our wealths over and over. He will make our paths straight. He will bless us with health and nourish our bodies.
I really enjoy verses 12 and 13 because it reminds us not to get angry with the Lord when he disciplines us. We're reminded that he only disciplines the ones that he lives and that we are his children.
Solomon goes on to address the important of knowledge in our lives. He reminds us of it's place in making our lives easier to live. He also tells us to let God be our confidence and that with him we have nothing to be afraid of. We can live our lives without worrying what next tragedy, big or small, is lurking around the corner. We can apply this to our daily lives instantly and forget our worries of money, the economy, illnesses, car troubles, work issues, and on and on and on. We can listen to Solomon and let Him be our confidence and nothing can get us down.
Solomon ends the third chapter of Proverbs with some great pieces of advice to help us lead our lived for Him.
1. If we have the power to do good for someone, we can not deny it.
2. Do not tell your neighbor to come back tomorrow when you have it today.
3. Do not plot to harm your neighbor.
4. Never accuse anyone of anything when they've done you no harm.
5. Do not envy violent men or choose to do anything they do.
6. Do not be perverse or wicked because he blesses the home of the righteous and just.
7. Be humble but wise because He will brings shame to fools and scorn those who scorn and mock those who mock.
Very basic yet insightful and meaningful principles to live our lives by. One of the worst things in the world is knowing what's right and not doing it. We have the handbook of life in our hands with His word. We can't let ourselves get caught up in our daily lives to forget to do as we've been told. Only through his world shall we recieve the greatest things in life.
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