As we begin this new month, let's dive deep into the wellspring of wisdom that is Proverbs 1. Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, kicks off this book with a spiritual gut-punch we all need to hear.
"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction." (Proverbs 1:7)
Let that sink in. In a world that worships at the altar of human intellect, God's Word slams us with this truth: true knowledge starts with fearing the Lord. This isn't about being scared; it's about reverence, awe, and submission to the Almighty.
You want to be wise? Start by humbling yourself before God. Everything else is just noise.
Solomon warns us about the seduction of sin:
"My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not." (Proverbs 1:10)
In our culture of compromise, this is a battle cry. Don't give an inch to sin. Not today. Not ever. The world will try to lure you with promises of easy gain and fleeting pleasures. Stand firm.
The chapter ends with a sobering reality check:
"For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the Lord:" (Proverbs 1:29)
Rejecting God's wisdom isn't just foolish; it's dangerous. It leads to destruction.
Action Steps for Today:
1. Examine your heart. Do you truly fear the Lord, or are you just playing Christian?
2. Identify areas where you've been compromising. Cut them out. Now.
3. Commit to starting each day this month in God's Word. No excuses.
Remember, warriors for Christ, wisdom isn't just knowing; it's doing. Let's live out Proverbs 1 today and every day.
Stay strong. Stay faithful. Stay in the Word.
“If God is the answer, then, I am not the answer.”