People say you should read a chapter of Proverbs every day and it will help you with your everyday life. I read a book for women suggesting daily reading of Proverbs as an aid to raising their families.
Proverbs was written by Solomon who was known for his wisdom. Proverbs, Job, Ecclesiastics and certain Psalms are called the Wisdom Literature. They believed this was moral instruction and practical wisdom for chosen people of Yahweh. There are three classes of people who need wisdom; the fool, the simple, and the scorner. In Proverbs, Solomon uses a lovely woman to portrey his words. One is wise and godly and will help you; the other leads to destruction and hell.
Wisdom is speaking openly in high places. She does not do it in the cover of darkness or use a seductive voice. She carries her message to ALL people because she is not willing that any should perish. Wisdom will teach you the right way to live if you follow her instructions.
A foolish woman sits in the dark in her doorway. She speaks to passersby in a seductive voice to come and follow her. She tells them what they do in secret is good and nobody will know. The foolish woman will lead you to the depths of hell.
These chapters give us good instructions on living for God and in teaching our children. Wisdom comes from following God, living for Him. and doing His will. The foolish woman is sin and following the devil. Sin can be enticing and pleasurable for a season. Real happiness comes from knowing God and serving Him.
I need to follow after wisdom and not let the foolish woman lead me astray. I can do this by staying in God's word, praying daily, and going to church to learn more of God's word. "PLANTED" has kept us planted daily in God's word and it will make us all stronger in our daily lives.
Chapters 10-12 also deals between living righteously and being wicked. It says in Chapter 10:2 "Treasures of wickedness profit nothing; but righteousness delivereth from death. We gain nothing by being wicked or lazy but we can gain everything by being righteous.
My grandson's like to watch Super Heroes movies. In them no matter the plot they always end up the same good triumphs over evil. God has been telling us that since the very beginning. This reminds me of the t-shirt that says, "I read the book we win." Wisdom vs foolish. Wisdom wins every time.
I made a mistake to begin with. I thought my chapters was 8-10 and I tried to write on these chapters. After reading Mindy's blog, I realized I made a mistake so in rechecking, I found that my chapters was 8-12. I had already put in the first part of my post and so I just added to it. I hope I didn't confuse anyone in what I did. You have to forgive me for my errors, after all, they say when you get old; the mind is the first to go. Hope you all had a good day at church. I did here.
ReplyDeleteMs. Boots, I don't believe for one minute that you're OLD!!!! :) Thank you for adding your own words of wisdom in reviewing these proverbs. You are such an encouragement to me!!!
ReplyDeleteBoots, you are doing just fine and offer such wonderful words of encouragement to us! So many of these proverbs are repetitive, altered just slightly and told again and again. As we have learned before, repetition is used for emphasis. Such great lessons to learn!
ReplyDeleteBoots, you are in good company - just ask Natalie how often I have actually called her up a panic because I put my posts up BEFORE my day!! You are fine.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed your post today - wisdom versus foolish -how often in my life has that choice been my downfall - choosing wisely is what I continue to pray that I do. These proverbs are wonderful - each one a "sermon" of its own. They bear repeating again and again to get them through my thick skull!
Ms. Boots - I just LOVE you!!! Good grief...do not worry about that AT ALL! As Ms. Barbara said, you are in good company! I loved the analogy you gave of the super heroes and how good always beats out evil. It is so VERY comforting and peace-giving to me that we know we win in the end because of the work of Christ Jesus already done on the cross. But as we are here continuing the everyday battles, knowing the value of pursuing wisdom helps us to fight that battle with righteousness and Godliness. Another fantastic post Ms. Boots!!!
ReplyDeleteMs. Boots- age is a state of mind, and you are probably just as young as me! :) I can't tell you how many times I've "double checked" because I had a moment of panic that i posted on the wrong chapters! You gave us an excellent post, as always. I loved this from your post- "Sin can be enticing and pleasurable for a season. Real happiness comes from knowing God and serving Him" How true- and a recurring theme I also noticed from our reading not just today but again and again in Proverbs. I want real happiness!
ReplyDeleteMs.Boots, you are a mentor to us all. I am encouraged by every one of your posts. Proverbs has many words of wisdom. Boy do I need them everyday. The stresses which come with parenting a teenager. I cling to His words and guidance every day (sometimes minute to minute).
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