Wisdom comes to those who seek it,
understanding comes to those who actively chase it, and knowledge comes to
those that diligently pursue it. In the book of Proverbs we get a look into the
playbook on Gods strategy for wisdom, and as any team or organization there are
certain rules and principles that come along with leveraging these guide lines.
Now can you live a prosperous life outside of these principles? I would say
most likely NOT POSSIBLE because to do so is like walking a mile in a completely straight
line with a blindfold on, and that is nearly impossible. Like an untrained
person lost in the woods walking in circles, is a man that lacks wisdom. Why do
you think that in the book of proverbs that it says to “listen” and to “pay
attention” so often. This is because we might understand the concept and guide lines,
but we forget just as quickly as hear it. The information might be in the back
our brains, but we often need to be reminded day in and day out.
“Let love and
faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the
tablet of your heart.” Proverbs 3:3
I believe that the same should be said
about wisdom because to love is to look outside oneself and in the genuine
interest of others, and that is the wisest thing you could do. We are told that
wisdom should be soot out and one must engage their mind to be sensitive to
their actions before wisdom can properly assimilated into ones life and
demeanor. This is because it cannot be fully attained, but only used to the
best of ones ability. One thing that is universal to Christians and those who
aren’t is that these guiding principles if put into practice can transform and
elevate an individuals life to a better level.
One of these points is
illustrated in Proverbs 5:22-23 saying, “The evil deeds of the wicked ensnare
them; the cords of their sins hold them fast. For lack of discipline they will
die, led astray by their own great folly.” This is most apparent in those that
lie about bad behavior they have committed, and then get caught which forces them to then have to lie about
their lie. Have you ever done this, I know I have, so believe me your not alone
in that. About 10 years ago, I was dating two people at the same
time. We were not sexually active, but still it was a scummy thing to do.
Basically I got caught, so to cover up my lie about not seeing someone else. I
then lied about someone telling me that she was also dating someone else, and
because of that I figured I would also. Well things didn’t quite end greatly,
but one must learn from those bad behaviors and correct them in the future.
Nevertheless, I was "ensnared" by my actions and that sin grew greatly, and just
like any other sin it resulted in a death. Not a death of a person but a death
of a relationship, I later apologized for being that way with her and we were
friends, but nothing more because the trust was gone forever.
Have you ever been
led astray by bad decisions of other sinful people? The presence of peer
pressure is as bad as it always has been, but with the enlargement of
technology and instant communication we have just made things more massive and
more apparent. This is why the return to time tested principles is more
apparent then ever, do you really want your children to grow up to be anyone
they see on television. Please do not get me wrong you can find a few good role
models, but like the old saying goes, "you can sometimes find a good biscuit in
the garbage can too but it is not exactly the best place to be looking." Like I
mentioned before you must write the principles of wisdom on the “tablet of your
heart” because without them you will fail time and time again. Remember that
the principles of wisdom and their guidelines will put you in a state of mind
that is sensitive to his or her own actions.
“When you walk, they will guide
you; when you sleep, they will watch over you; when you awake, they will speak
to you. For this command is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and correction
and instruction are the way to life” Proverbs 6:22-23.
I challenge you to read a single
proverb a day for the next month, if it is the 4th when you start
reading. Then start there in chapter 4, but remember that this will help guide
you toward the path of God’s righteousness. Be sensitive to your behavior and
spend time in prayer because if you do He will mold you into a better version
of yourself, just like He has with millions of others throughout time.
Till later, remember you are
magnificent and God put you here to do something full of purpose. Believe and
you will achieve if it is in God’s will, and nothing makes God happier then fulfilling
the purpose He has given to you. Live, Love and have Faith that hope in
tomorrow gives you power today!!!
