A More Sure Word
September 12, 2024
DAILY PROVERB:
Proverbs 22:18-21
For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips. That thy trust may be in the LORD, I have made known to thee this day, even to thee. Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge, That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee?
OUTLOOK ON THE IN BOOK:
Solomon, in writing to his son, says; “Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge.” His statement is one we would do well to think over.
Are the words of Solomon written in the book of Proverbs truly sound counsel and real knowledge for us all, or are they solely the writings of a father directed to his son? Are they intended for all ages, or are they merely the historical record of a father’s wishes for his family? Interestingly enough, you will find references to the Book of Proverbs used throughout the remainder of the Old Testament. However, is that alone enough to consider them as time-honored truths?
Consider, if you will, that four of the writers of the New Testament also found them to be of great value and incorporated them into their writings. Paul uses them in Romans 12:19-20. James used these writings in Chapter 4, verse 6 of his book. Peter quoted these time-honored texts in 1 Peter 4:8, 17 & 18 and 2 Peter 2:22. In the book of Jude, verse twelve, these great words of wisdom are again recalled. I guess, most importantly, Jesus Himself referred to Proverbs 25:6-8 when he addressed the Pharisees in Luke 14:7-11.
We have five witnesses, including Jesus Himself, who affirm that these are indeed valuable words to live by. We can trust that they are just as Solomon described them: words of wisdom, knowledge, and wise counsel to guide us in our lives, even today.
THE WORD WALKING IN ME:
We should never have to prove the Word of God. Nevertheless, it’s comforting to know that we can, and that we have sure words with which to guide our daily lives.
What words do you allow to guide your life?
IF YOU ARE JOURNALING:
Ask yourself, what are MY THOUGHTS concerning this Passage, and todays Devotion?
Do I find within this reading a CHALLENGE for my life?
What are one or two things I WILL DO today or this week to accept that CHALLENGE?
GOD TALKING TO ME: September 12, 2024
THROUGH THE BIBLE WITH A DAILY PROVERBS
Daniel 8 – Daniel 12
Proverbs 22:18 – 21
THROUGH THE BIBLE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT DAILY
Pro. 14-15
2 Co. 1
“Getting people into the Word of God…
…and the Word of God into people.”
Romans 10:17
Dr. Franklin J. Senters Th.D.
Founder and Executive Director
Hebrews 2:12
Author: admin
Author of LIHW Daily Devotions, and President of Living In His Word Ministries.
