PROVERBS 1‬:‭1‬-‭2‬ ‭AMP‬‬

“The proverbs (truths obscurely expressed, maxims) of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: To know [skillful and godly] wisdom and instruction; To discern and comprehend the words of understanding and insight,”

GOLD NUGGETS

Arguably, as far as practical matters are concerned, the Book of Proverbs has influenced the thinking and also coloured the judgements of many more Christians than any other book of the Bible. We begin with the question: What is the purpose? of Proverbs? Our text for today gives us the clue. Listen to how the Living Bible paraphrases it:
“He (Solomon wrote them to teach his people how to live – how to act in every circumstance” (1:2). This then is what Proverbs is all about – wisdom for living. Many people know how to make a living but they do not know how to live. They know everything about life except how to live it. I tell you, the more you understand the book of Proverbs, and the more you put its truths and principles into practice, the more effective will be your living. As we study and meditate on this Book, may the Lord give us wisdom not just to live, but to live fruitfully and abundantly. Have a Prosperous week.

SHALOM: God’s universal blessings to you.