PROVERBS 1: 1-6 PROVERBS PROVIDES WISDOM AND INSTRUCTION

Passage :

Proverbs 1:1-6 New International Version (NIV)

1              The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:

2 for gaining wisdom and instruction;
    for understanding words of insight;
3 for receiving instruction in prudent behavior,
    doing what is right and just and fair;
4 for giving prudence to those who are simple,[a]
    knowledge and discretion to the young—
5 let the wise listen and add to their learning,
    and let the discerning get guidance—
6 for understanding proverbs and parables,
    the sayings and riddles of the wise.[b]

Truths :

1. The proverbs was mostly written by King Solomon for gaining wisdom& instruction, understanding 

2. It is for getting instruction for prudent(wise) behavior

3. It is for doing what is right, just and fair.

4. Proverbs is intended :

For the simple : To give Prudence

For the young: Knowledge and Discretion

For the wise: Add to their learning and give guidance for understanding parables and proverbs

Application:

  The proverbs was written by King Solomon, who had asked the Lord for wisdom and it was granted to him. So these proverb should be understood for gaining the godly wisdom and for understanding the instructions of God to live a practical Christian life. The proverbs provides guidance only which is just and fair. 

In James 3:17 it says

17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.  

So in this way the Proverbs should be taken as the wisdom that comes from heaven and it will guide our way to reflect more of Christ character in us.

The Proverbs is for all, whether young, wise, simple etc. It touches on various topics for guiding everyone in the right path which is pleasing to God.  

Prayer:

Abba Father,

I thank you for this precious opportunity to meditate on the Book of Proverbs. Help me to gain the wisdom from it and also be guided by your instructions. I understand that your heavenly wisdom has many qualities which will lead me to be transformed into your image. Help me to hide this wisdom in my heart and apply it in my life.

In Jesus precious name I pray, AMEN

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Word of God speak
Would You pour down like rain
Washing my eyes to see
Your majesty

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