Proverbs 1 portrays general wisdom for anyone crying out and listening to the words of Solomon's father, David. In Chapter 2, we learn more of "hidden wisdom"that is available to all of us who commit ourselves to the pursuit of following the TRUTH of GOD'S WORD in our lives.
"The WISDOM we speak of is the MYSTERY OF GOD - HIS PLAN that was previously hidden, even though He made it for our ULTIMATE GLORY before the world began." 1 Corinthians 2:7 (NLT)
It is GOD'S WISDOM revealed in the WORD OF GOD in the person of JESUS CHRIST. Proverbs tells us that the greatest treasre we can find in God's Word - IS KNOWING JESUS CHRIST.
STORE UP GOD'S WORD IN YOU HEART
Proverbs 2:1-11
"My son, if you accept my words and store up my commands within you, TURNING YOUR EAR TO WISDOM and APPLYING YOUR HEART TO UNDERSTANDING." Proverbs 2:1&2 (NIV)
1. COMMITMENT
* Store up GOD'S WORD within you.
* Accept it, listen and apply it, "call out and search for it".
* Prioritize your TIME. Set a regular time for BIBLE STUDY and PRAYER. Make your devotions and journaling a priority.
* We will have a deep relationship with Jesus - "a TREASURE CHEST FILLED WITH RICHES", as we search the Scriptures daily and learn more about GOD.
* Like a prospector we need to search for silver and gold - our hidden treasure.
" If you look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure, there then you will understand the FEAR OF THE LORD (understand what it means to respect the Lord), then you will know the Lord (find God). " Proverbs 2:4&5 (ICB/NIV)
"What do you need to do to store up God's word in your heart? YOU NEED TO KNOW GOD BETTER. You need TO BE WISE and to develop a LIFELONG HABIT of READING and STUDYING HIS WORD. " Nicky Gumbel
"It is a challenge that is a high level committment - application, obedience, prayer, dedication to Jesus' enthusiastic and passionate service. We need to search the Scriptures daily so we can learn more about God and know Jesus" John & Janice Walsh
2. GOD'S PROMISES
* You will find "knowledge of God".
* You will grow in wisdom and understanding.
* You will have victory and protection, for God will watch over you.
"For the Lord gives wisdom and from His mouth come knowledge and understanding." Proverbs 2:6 (NIV)
"Wisdom is found in through KNOWING GOD. It is HARD WOK, but worth the effort." David Alexander
"Help me Lord to spend time each day reading and studying your word. Help me to apply your teaching in my everyday life." Ruth Cheater
3. CHOOSING THE RIGHT PATH
* Solomon warns us to heed (to listen and obey) GoD'S WORD, so that we will choose the "right paths".
* We need to keep asking God to help us make the right decisions in our life.
* Wisdom will save us from "wicked men" and "crooked paths".
"You will understand what is honest and fair, (right and just) what is the right thing to do - (every good path). Wisdom will come to your mind (heart) and knowledge will be pleasing (to your soul). Good sense (discretion) will protect you and understanding will guard you." Proverbs 2:9-11 (NCV/NIV)
Yesterday, I went for a walk around the property we have our caravan on. It is the first time I have done this, and I was a little unsure about it. The ground was a little lumpy and I was a little scared of snakes, but Mark assured me, I need not be afraid. I kept looking at the ground, and I watched my steps and looked ahead. I didn't fall!! As Dr Warren reminded me this morning:
"All I needed to do was put my right brain in gear, with God on my side, and trust in the GREAT PHYSICIAN. Scan the environment, survey the ground and remember, there's always another path". Dr Lee Warren.
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