The book of Proverbs is just as much about wisdom as it is about listening. And with that, I mean listening to God's voice. His voice in the written Word (the Bible) just as much as in the spoken Word (through the Holy Spirit).
King Solomon wrote and compiled most of the sayings in the book of Proverbs with the purpose of providing wisdom, understanding, and discipline. He often addressed his son(s) or his children.
Now, it would be wonderful if we would read these saying as if God, our Father, is addressing us (which is exactly the case). Every time a sentence starts with 'My child', we should lean forward and listen.
The value of listening to God's wisdom is tremendous. As a matter of fact, 👉In 1 Corinthians 1:30, it is written that Jesus Christ is the wisdom of God for us. So, in reality, Jesus is speaking to us. I realize that needs a little adjustment in our thinking since wisdom is portrayed as a female in the book of Proverbs. But I am sure you get the point I am making.
Let's go back to the first chapter, verse 23. Wisdom is calling, → Jesus is calling!
Come and listen to my counsel. I'll share my heart with you and make you wise.
Jesus wants to share His heart with us and make us wise. I love it! What an invitation to sit at His feet and listen. Our response should be: 'Yes, here I am, I am listening.'
We have so very much to learn from God's Word. Each of the 66 books can teach us about Him and how we can live for Him. Peace and blessings to you and yours.
ReplyDeleteYes Cecelia, so much to learn when we sit at His feet, read, pray, listen....
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