RELEVANT FOR ALL

Proverbs 1:1-6

The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: for attaining wisdom and discipline; for understanding words of insight; for acquiring a disciplined and prudent life, doing what is right and just and fair; for giving prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the young -- let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance -- for understanding proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.

This morning we begin a new set of devotions that will lead us through the Old Testament Book of Proverbs written by King Solomon. Proverbs are wise sayings. More than just practical advice, more than just deep thoughts, more than just interesting quips, however, Solomon’s proverbs will help us live our faith. They will help us apply God’s Word to our day to day lives, to the decisions that we make, to the priorities that we hold, to the attitudes that we foster, to the company that we keep. All of God’s Word is relevant. Proverbs will show us just how relevant it can be.

The Book of Proverbs speaks to everyone – the wise and the foolish, the self-disciplined and the free spirit, the experienced and the young, the strong and the weak, the knowledgeable and the uninformed. Those who know much, will want to know more. Those who readily follow God’s will understand their need to do it better. Solomon said, “Let the wise listen and add to their learning and let the discerning get guidance.” For others, Proverbs will serve these stated purposes, “For attaining wisdom . . . for acquiring a disciplined and prudent life . . . for giving prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the young.” May God bless our time as we considered Solomon’s Proverbs.

PRAYER: Once again, Holy Spirit, I ask you to bless my study of this portion of your Word. Help me grow in faith. Increase my knowledge. Guide me in my life. Amen.